*Refined in SHOEI’s wind tunnel to yield the most streamlined and stable X-Series helmet ever
*Boasts impressive reductions in drag (6.1%) and lift (1.6%) as compared to its predecessor
*Bottom third of the helmet (from chin bar to rear of shell) has been narrowed, and, together with updated rear stabilizer and flap designs, achieves optimal balance and stability
*Pronounced edges on the top left and right sides enhance aerodynamic performance by allowing wind to stream off the helmet with minimal resistance
*150+ profile shape iterations were tested and refined during the X-15's aerodynamic development
*Aerodynamic optimization was achieved in numerous riding and racing positions, with an emphasis placed on high-speed stability at speeds in excess of 218 mph
*Developed utilizing rider input from the world’s top racers
*Refined in SHOEI’s wind tunnel to achieve next-level aerodynamics and ventilation
*Boasts impressive reductions in lift and drag along with enhanced high-speed stability
*Improved cheek pad cooling system and increased cool-air ventilation throughout the entire helmet
*Optimized eye-port trajectory for an increased upper field of vision
*Independently adjustable interior components for a precision racing fit
*Features seven (7) closable air intakes and six (6) exhaust outlets—all strategically shaped and located to maximize airflow and negative air pressure suction
*Enlarged EPS tunnels (from 6mm to 10mm in depth) dramatically increase cool-air volume and the rate of hot-air expulsion
*Significant improvements to the cheek pad cooling system help deliver refreshing air and clear humidity from the rider’s face with even greater efficiency
*Wind tunnel optimized to excel in the tucked racing position, even behind windscreens
*Proprietary technology integrates a six-ply matrix
*Hand-laid interwoven layers of fiberglass with lightweight organic and high-performance fibers
*Provides optimal impact absorption, strength, and elasticity
*Optimized impact absorption by utilizing varying densities of foam in key areas around the head
*Precise placement of multi-density EPS material yields a more compact, lightweight design
*Features strategically located tunnels that allow cooling air to travel unrestricted through the helmet
*Enlarged EPS tunnels (from 6mm to 10mm in depth) dramatically increase cool-air volume and the rate of hot-air expulsion
*Emergency quick-release system Allows emergency medical personnel to easily and safely remove the cheek pads from an injured rider’s helmet
*Helmet can be gently removed from an injured rider’s head with minimal load placed on his/her neck
*Exclusive two-stage shield locking system features a center locking mechanism and racing shield lock
*Two-stage system provides optimal protection against unexpected shield releases in the event of a fall
*New trigger lock mechanism [once activated] provides additional assurance by preventing shield detachments during an impact
*Center locking mechanism helps to evenly distribute shield forces across both spring-loaded base plates
*Fully removable, washable, adjustable, and replaceable
*Protects from 99% of the sun’s damaging UV rays
*Distortion-free view throughout the entire X-Fifteen eye-port
*“Flat” outside surface (for racing tear-offs) combined with 3D technology inside offers an aggressive look with optimized visibility
*Vortex Generators on the sides of the shield improve aerodynamics and reduce wind noise
*Redesigned base plate system enables smoother shield openings and closures
*SHOEI’s patented spring-loaded technology ensures a wind and waterproof seal
*Latest generation window beading prevents wind and water intrusion when the shield is locked
*Exclusive 3D Max-Dry material absorbs and dissipates sweat twice as fast as traditional nylon
*Innovative cheek pad cooling system delivers refreshing air to the rider’s face
*Cheek pad surface area enlarged by 16.5%, giving riders a more secure and comfortable fit, especially at high speeds
*Independently adjustable 3D center pad components can be replaced with optional thicknesses for a customizable fit
*All-new pocket-shaped pads have separate, removable layers that can be peeled away to further optimize a precision fit
*Patented angle adjustment mechanism changes helmet position up to 4 degrees to increase upper field of vision while tucked in extreme racing positions
*DOT, ECE, and SNELL 2020R Certified