Arai Helmet is thrilled to present the 15th RX-7V EVO Isle of Man TT Limited edition coinciding with Arai’s 40 year celebrations at the world’s most famous road race.
Designed by long-time Arai collaborator Aldo Drudi, the 15th limited edition Arai TT helmet draws on the legendary race’s new colourways, with striking racing stripes complimented by the Manx Triskelion, TT logo, chequered flag motif and Ellan Vannin (Isle of Man in Manx) text.
The RX-7V EVO is the latest benchmark model in Arai’s motorcycle helmet line-up, setting the standard in protection, comfort and technology through decades of expertise and knowledge.
Meet the RX-7V EVO 2024 Isle of Man TT Limited edition here in our reveal video.
The 15th Limited Edition RX-7V EVO IoM TT is available in stores from beginning of June 2024. Please check your local dealer for availability.
For more information about Arai Helmet and the Isle of Man TT, please visit: araihelmet.eu/en/iomtt.
The 2024 Isle of Man TT has officially been launched yesterday night at the Road to 2024 live event which featured many of the TT’s biggest names as well as road racing’s rising stars and newest prospects.
During this launch special attention was given to the RX-7V EVO 2024 IoM TT design with the promotion video being shown for the first time.
As from today, Road to 2024 will screen exclusively on the TT+ app where it’s available to view for free.
The Isle of Man TT Races just keeps getting better, and bigger every year. The spectacular celebration of motorcycling, raced over 37.73 miles of real roads, draws competitors and fans from around the world.
It’s also an event that for decades has run through Arai’s DNA. Many of the TT racers wear Arai for the performance, protection and comfort at high speeds that the brand’s helmets offer, while we put great effort into supporting all Arai wearers in the Isle with service and spares.
The recently renewed style of the Isle of Man TT Races has proven to be great inspiration for Aldo Drudi’s stunning new design, which draws on the key colourways with sleek racing stripes. As ever, the key components always present are the Triskelion (three legs of man) unified by a bold ‘double’ TT logo on the sides, subtle chequered flag motif and Ellan Vannin (Isle of Man in Manx) neatly placed on the bottom.
Underneath this spectacular new design, we always try to find something to improve. It’s our Priority for Protection: a relentless pursuit for more gains in protection in addition to meeting required safety standards. That is why we continue to evolve head protection by making steadfast improvements wherever possible, building on our unbroken seven decades of foundation in our three-generation family company. We do this with a rounder, stronger and smoother outer shell that excels in Glancing Off (impact energy management) at the core of every Arai helmet. After all, what we are seeking to protect is priceless.
For a first look at the 2024 RX-7V EVO Limited Edition Isle of Man TT visit us at Motorcycle Live on our stand: 3D42.
Akihito Arai, Arai Helmet (Europe) B.V. Managing Director: “Wow. This is always a special moment for all of us at Arai Helmet and the 2024 RX-7V Limited Edition EVO IoM TT is absolutely amazing. Drudi Performance has excelled and created something so fresh, yet with all the elements of the design that fans and collectors expect. We had no idea when we started 15 years ago how important every year’s special TT helmet would become to so many people. All I can say now is – roll on next year’s TT!”
For more information on the 2024 RX-7V EVO Limited Edition Isle of Man TT, please visit: www.araihelmet.eu/en/iomtt.
New 2023 Arai limited edition RX-7V Evo helmet, celebrating the 100th anniversary of the MANX GP road race.
To celebrate this year’s 100th Anniversary of the Isle of Man Manx Grand Prix, Arai helmets -in partnership with TheVisorShop.com and the Manx Grand Prix Motorcycle Club – have produced a limited-edition Arai RX7V Evo helmet with ECE R22-06 approval. This is the first time there has been a helmet for the Manx Grand Prix and the detailed design highlights the mountain course over which the Manx GP has been held since 1923.
From the start to finish, the helmet design introduces a golden line around the commemorative helmet following the topography of the world’s most challenging 37.73-mile racetrack. This limited-edition helmet features some of the iconic landmarks and timing sectors the island is famous for, together with the Triskelion (Three Legs of Man).
The helmet will be available to purchase from Thursday 20th July exclusively through thevisorshop.com and Crossan Motorcycles Ltd – RRP £829.99. The Manx Motorcycle Club will receive a royalty from the sale of each of the limited-edition Manx GP helmets so all sales will support this fantastic club.
This UK exclusive helmet will be officially unveiled at the Isle of Man TT in the Arai Village, at 9am GMT on Thursday 1st June 2023.
2022 Arai Isle of Man TT limited edition RX-7V Evo design revealed at MCN London Motorcycle Show.
After two long years away the Isle of Man TT fuelled by Monster Energy are back in 2022, from 29th May to 10th June. The spectacular celebration of motorcycling, raced over 37.73 miles of real roads, draws competitors and fans from around the world. It’s also an event that runs through Arai’s DNA; many off the TT racers wear Arai for the performance, security and comfort at high speeds that the brand’s helmets offer while Arai puts great effort into supporting all Arai wearers in the Isle with service and spares.
For nearly 15 years Arai has marked its commitment to the event – and each TT – with a very special version of its RX-7V racing helmet, with paintwork designed by the legendary Drudi Performance. Beautiful and extremely collectible, the Arai IoM TT Limited Edition is a sell-out every year and for 2022 is based on the new, range-topping ECE R22-06-approved RX-7V EVO helmet.
With classic Black, Red and White paint paying homage to the 2007 original the key components always present – since the very first – are the Triskelion (three legs of man) unified by a bold ‘double’ TT logo across the top, chequered flag motif and Ellan Vannin (Isle of Man in Mananese) subtly tucked away on the opposite side.
It will be officially unveiled to the public by TT hero Michael Dunlop at the MCN London Motorcycle Show, at 12 noon GMT on Friday 11th February. For those unable to make it to ExCel, Arai Europe will livestream the launch on their Facebook channel.
Arai Helmet (Europe) will also have a small stand at ExCel with some previous TT designs on display and staff to answer any questions.
Ingmar Stroeven, Arai Helmet (Europe) B.V. Managing Director: “How we’ve missed the TT! After two long years away from the wonderful Isle of Man it’s great to make plans to be back. It means so much, to us at Arai Helmet (Europe) and Arai Japan. And we know how special it is to racers and fans alike, which makes the reveal of the 2022 IoM TT Limited Edition RX-7V EVO a highlight of our year. Drudi Performance has never disappointed and for 2022 has blended classic with contemporary, to stunning visual effect.”
For more information on the 2022 Isle of Man TT Limited Edition Arai RX-7V EVO visit: www.araihelmet.eu/en/iomtt.
Exclusive to the UK, the Rapide recalls the simple yet aggressive styling of naked motorcycles from the 1980s, with modern Arai performance.
The smooth shell gives a distinctive, retro-modern style, using a strong, multi-layer laminate construction that is, as with all Arai helmets, hand built by master craftsmen in Japan.
Using a VAS VC visor system, which has mechanical retro look, allows the visor mount to be lower contributing to a smoother, rounder shell.
Finally, the Rapide uses Arai’s multi- channel ventilation system where air is drawn through the chin and brow vents and into the liner providing cooling for the rider.
The UK exclusive Debut brings all the values and performance of Arai into a more accessible package.
As with all Arai’s, the Debut is handmade using Super Fibre Laminate and utilises the Facial Contour System for incredible fit and comfort for tourers and commuters alike, while the large top vent and aero spoiler means the Debut does not look out of place on the track either.
The UK exclusive Debut represents the Arai brand at an affordable price without sacrificing safety and performance, making it the perfect entry into the Arai world.
I’ve heard people swear by Arai and I always wondered what the appeal is. They look quite big and round in shape, not exactly flattering compared to some other brands. The new Quantic is not the lightest of helmets I have, in fact, at 1.6 kg it is quite a bit heavier than some of the other helmets I have.
It is marketed as a sports-touring helmet. Unfortunately, it doesn’t come with an internal visor, which for me, seems a great option to have when you are away from home for days and weeks at a time.
Installing the intercom system wasn’t the easiest compared to others, quite a bit of faffing with the liner and I still have a cable showing on the side. This may well be a user error but I managed to hide everything in my other helmets so it can’t be all me.
Despite this, the moment I put the Arai Quantic on my head I loved it instantly. The way it fits around my head and face makes you feel like you are in a safe haven. The materials are soft and seem kind to skin and the inside of the helmet hugs your head in a way that just makes you feel safe. I was keen to go for a ride and see how my face will look like after a few hours of riding.
The first thing I noticed was the ventilation. There are several vents that actually work! It was a hot day and I could feel the air circulation around my head. There are three vents at the top of the helmet. One at the front behind the 3D Arai logo that you control by opening or closing the catch at the top. Then there are two on each side and slightly further up that you push forwards or backward depending on whether you want them open or close.
A large chin vent that is easy to move with the gloves on lets plenty of air in. Then there are two vents in the visor itself, these worked great when my glasses steamed up!
And lastly, a vent at the back of the helmet under the rear spoiler, to let the air out.
The air direction was definitely felt, especially at the crown of my head which I welcomed very much as it kept me cool for the whole ride.
The helmet isn’t terribly quiet which did surprise me. It is really good on a calm day but I did find it very noisy in the wind.
After wearing it for a couple of hours on a day out riding there were no lines on my face, no telltale signs of a new helmet. It fitted perfectly and whilst it is firm around my face it is also very easy to take off and put back on again.
It is not the perfect helmet in terms of ticking the boxes but despite it all, there is something about it that makes me feel super safe wearing it. It is incredibly comfortable and it has now become my main helmet for long trips and tours. I have a feeling Arai might become my go-to helmet from now on.
The Profile-V has a fresh, aggressive style unique in the range and is designed to welcome riders to the Arai family with the plush comfort, protection and features expected of the brand but also something else – easy access on and off.
Like every Arai, the Profile-V uses a strong outer shell designed to glance off impact forces whilst maintaining integrity, working with a softer one-piece multi-density EPS inner liner to absorb, and spread impact energy.
It’s designed around the Variable Axis System (VAS) for a smoother shape plus reinforcing Hyper Ridge that lowers the centre of gravity and flares out 5mm to make putting it on or off easier. It is equipped with dual intake vents, brow vents and a three-way chin vent plus five exhausts.
The VAS-V MAX vision visor is Pinlock ready and uses an F1- derived latch mechanism; the semi-removable interior features Facial Contour System (FCS) and speaker pockets. The Arai experience starts here.
The result of extensive research & development, the Quantic brings together Arai’s knowledge of F1, MotoGP™, and everyday road riding, creating a stylish, high performance helmet for sports, touring and everything in between.
With the lightest shell of any Arai and super comfortable Facial Contour System cheek pads along with a 3D logo vent, the all-day comfort provided by the Quantic means you will hardly notice you’re wearing it!
The Quantic also features a dual-purpose spoiler, inspired by MotoGP™ technology, which acts as both an exhaust and an aerodynamic performance device which reduces buffeting at higher speeds.
The Quantic is Arai’s first helmet approved to the new European ECE R22.06 Standard, and comes in stunning new Face designs courtesy of Drudi Performance.
Arai is proud to present the new Nicky Reset graphic on the Arai RX-7V. This stunning design is the very special graphic worn by Nicky during MotoGP testing, becoming an iconic design after those appearances and requested by fans ever since.
Now, this amazing design will be available to the public.
The RX-7V has long been renowned as one of the most advanced, highest quality helmets available anywhere in the world. It represents the culmination of Arai’s vast experience in helmet design and unwavering focus on rider protection. And with features like the ingenious VAS shield mechanism, dramatically improved airflow and ventilation, and an odour resistant liner, the RX-7V has certainly earned its place as Arai’s flagship model.
A Statement from the Hayden Family:
Sometime after Nicky’s passing, the family collectively agreed that we wanted to keep his memory and legacy alive to honour all that he had achieved and all the lives he had touched in such a short period of time.
One of the most recognized things we thought that can be immediately connected to Nicky was his helmet replicas. Over the years Nicky had dozens of designs that fans around the world chose to wear while riding as a sign of loyalty and respect for him.
It is for those fans that we chose to work with Arai to continue producing Nicky’s replicas.If it weren’t for the fans and their continued loyalty and desire for new Nicky’s designs, we wouldn’t continue. But the fans continue to ask for Nicky replicas, so we feel compelled to make them available.
Since his passing, we have produced replicas Nicky wore in the heat of competition, and even brought back one of his all-time fan favourites – the Nicky Laguna. Now we find ourselves with a demand for a fan favourite that Nicky did wear, but was never offered as a replica.
The Reset was a special one-off design that Nicky wore during off-season MotoGP testing, symbolizing his return to a familiar ride and visualized his need to reset himself for that challenge.
At that time there was talk about making the Reset a replica, but for one reason or another, it just never happened.
Now, as demand for a new design started to build, we worked with Arai to review fan feedback and found quite a bit for the Reset design. Then considering the current world situation, we thought the idea of the Reset was perfect timing.
Therefore, the Hayden Family and Arai will again honour Nicky’s memory and keep his legacy alive with this latest Nicky Reset replica.
We wish to thank all the fans who asked for this design and wear it proudly, keeping Nicky’s memory alive.
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The Nicky Reset RX-7V helmet will be available through your favourite Arai dealer in October 2021.
The Debut brings all the values and performance of Arai into a more accessible package.
As with all Arai’s, the Debut is handmade using Super Fibre Laminate and utilises the Facial Contour System for incredible fit and comfort for tourers and commuters alike, while the large top vent and aero spoiler means the Debut doesn’t look out of place on the track either.
The UK exclusive Debut represents the Arai brand at an affordable price without sacrificing safety and performance, making it the perfect entry into the Arai world.
The Debut is now available in the Steel design, available in three colourways; Red, Blue or Gunmetal
Developed for MotoGP – the EX2 Spoiler is a spoiler made to perfectly fit the RX-7V, taking the aerodynamic performance of the standard helmet and enhancing it.
The diffuser bridges the gap between the helmet and the race hump, improving stability and aerodynamic efficiency at high speeds, as well as increasing the ventilation capabilities.
The spoiler is lightweight and is designed to break away in the event of an impact in order to preserve the glancing off capabilities of the helmet.
As with every Arai, the New Quantic is formed around protection first and foremost.
The Quantic offers a new fresh choice for riders that want the very best performance from a helmet – in terms of protection, comfort and ease of wear, day-in-day out – with zero compromise. Modern touches, such as swage lines and new graphics means the Quantic is at the cutting edge of performance and style, and with official ECE R22.06 homologation, the Quantic reinforces Arai’s continued focus on safety and rider protection.
Manufactured by hand, the outer shell maintains core strength but with a substantial weight reduction. The smooth, round shape is a key Arai signature and primarily designed to ‘glance- off’ and spread impact forces, with our first fixed, dual purpose aerodynamic spoiler developed from our race helmets that increases stability and reduces buffeting at high speeds.
For easy access on and off the Quantic features a 5mm flare around the base and FCS cheekpads, with a new 3D logo vent system, complemented by brow vents in the VAS MAX vision visor. With Arai’s experience and know-how earned over millions of road & track miles, the new Quantic is a premium helmet that slips through the air neatly and efficiently, wrapping its wearer in a cocoon of luxury.
ECE R22.06 Safety Standard
Arai has been carrying out the new ECE R22.06 standard aims to replicate the effect of a real-life accident by introducing more representative drop tests compared to ECE 22.05 – taking into account different anvils, speeds and impact positions, as well as a demonstrable protection against neck twisting. Arai has been carrying out tests above the existing standard and will continue to develop our in house testing no matter what, as what we are seeking to protect is priceless.
To more accurately measure the ability of a helmet to protect against an impact, additional drop points were included in a drop test. The ECE R22.06 standard also requires additional visor testing, including a 134mph impact test, and tests to ensure that accessories such as vents or spoilers do not adversely affect the impact tests. Arai has always made sure these additions break away in the event of an impact to preserve the smooth, R75 shape.
In addition to the the ECE R22.06 standard, Arai’s in house standards require tests at higher speeds onto different surfaces – these are tests Arai introduced before ECE R22.06.
The new Quantic will be available in hand painted and applied Snake and Face graphics as well as a range of solid colours.
Exclusive to the UK, the Rapide recalls the simple yet aggressive styling of naked motorcycles from the 1980s, with modern Arai performance.
The smooth shell gives a distinctive, retro-modern style, using a strong, multi-layer laminate construction that is, as with all Arai helmets, hand built by master craftsmen in Japan.
Using a VAS-VC shield system, which has mechanical retro look, allows the visor mount to be lower contributing to a smoother, rounder shell.
Finally, the Rapide uses Arai’s multi-channel ventilation system where air is drawn through the chin and brow vents and into the liner providing cooling for the rider.
Taking inspiration from military uniforms, the Overland Olive features a smart matte finish and clean lines.
Arai Helmets are back at Motorcycle Live 2017 at the NEC Birmingham Hall 2 Stand 2E25!
You can choose to refresh your helmet interior whilst at the show too. If you feel that your helmet interior is looking a bit tatty you may be able to get new parts whilst we’re servicing your helmet. We’re giving you the option to get a new set of cheek pads as well as a new crown pad at £49.99 per set plus a new neck roll for £39.99 or choose all 3 for a full interior refresh at the discounted price of £119.99 which you will be charged for once you come to collect your helmet. These parts are subject to availability and can’t be guaranteed even if you have pre-booked this service.
As well as this great service you can check out the 2018 helmet range as well as our try before you buy service. On top of this make sure you stop by the Arai stand to see top Arai Riders such as Leon Haslam, Jonny Rea and Ian Hutchinson!
Book your Free Arai helmet service now using our online booking service, click here to book.
Also win an Arai Axcess III helmet see flyer below for details
Arai Helmets are back at Motorcycle Live 2017 at the NEC Birmingham Hall 2 Stand 2E25!
You can choose to refresh your helmet interior whilst at the show too. If you feel that your helmet interior is looking a bit tatty you may be able to get new parts whilst we’re servicing your helmet. We’re giving you the option to get a new set of cheek pads as well as a new crown pad at £49.99 per set plus a new neck roll for £39.99 or choose all 3 for a full interior refresh at the discounted price of £119.99 which you will be charged for once you come to collect your helmet. These parts are subject to availability and can’t be guaranteed even if you have pre-booked this service.
As well as this great service you can check out the 2018 helmet range as well as our try before you buy service. On top of this make sure you stop by the Arai stand to see top Arai Riders such as Leon Haslam, Jonny Rea and Ian Hutchinson!
Book your Free Arai helmet service now using our online booking service, click here to book.
Also win an Arai Axcess III helmet see flyer below for details
Ducati UK has launched a new helmet replacement campaign from now until the end of December 2017.
A helmet is one of the most important pieces of safety equipment we wear, however, as time goes on helmets become loose and the effectiveness of the protection can be reduced.
Customers can bring an old full face helmet to selected Ducati dealers and trade it in (it does not need to be a Ducati branded helmet) for a new Ducati helmet by Arai and receive a £100 contribution towards the new one.
To find your nearest participating dealer and view the latest Ducati apparel and safety equipment visit www.ducatiuk.com
Without doubt the Isle of Man TT races are the most iconic road races ever and the matching world famous three-legged symbol (known as the ‘’Triskelion’’) is together with the TT lettering, easily the most recognizable ‘’logo’’ in the racing world. Arai is therefore rightfully proud, as preferred helmet supplier, to use the official TT logo as part of our exclusive IOMTT Limited Edition design.
For many years Arai and the Isle of Man TT races have been partners and also for 2017 Arai will be the official helmet supplier of the IOMTT event. Part of this agreement is the massive presence of Arai at the TT paddock. The ‘’Arai Village’’ has been a familiar and highly appreciated sight there, offering Arai presentations, helmet showrooms and (free) helmet and racing service. More information on the activities in the Arai Village will be informed later towards the event on our special website page dedicated to the RX-7V 2017 IoM TT Limited Edition.
Every year a new design is introduced, especially for the TT races. Every year the helmets are made on one production run, no backorders are possible making the IOMTT helmets truly limited editions.
Part of this tradition is also that the IOMTT Limited Edition helmets are designed by Italians best known designer Aldo Drudi. And again he has made the 2017 edition a beautiful piece of helmet art, integrating all the famous TT elements in an up to date new design. The Arai top of the range RX-7V helmet is used as base for the new IOMTT 2017 helmet.
The very first IOMTT 2017 helmets will be available in the Arai Village from the first TT practice day on 27 May 2017 at the Isle of Man paddock.
The 2015 Isle of Man TT official launch was an excellent platform for us to showcase our stunning 2015 Isle of Man TT Limited Edition helmet.
The Arai brand has a long standing partnership with the TT races and it’s something we’re very proud of. You see Arai banners decking the legendary course year on year along with our limited edition helmets, proving popular with their exclusivity and beautiful designs.
Our striking, Aldo Drudi designed, 2015 creation was shown to the press and riders at the picturesque Villa Marina on the coastline of the Island. We took spotlight space on stage as our riders were interviewed next to the limited edition Rx-7GP.
We presented the helmet with our 2015 TT visor stickers, themed on the new red, white, blue and striking gold design. The stickers will again be free from our Arai Village in the TT paddock, but we encourage people who take a set to make a donation to the Joey Dunlop foundation – a charity we’ve raised thousands for and intend to do so again at this year’s races.
Arai share a strong passion for the TT and are delighted to be official helmet partner for the legendary event. We look forward to a safe and successful 2015 TT.
The much anticipated new RX-7 GP Isle of Man TT edition is ready for ordering. Legendary designer Aldo Drudi has again created a masterpiece. A composition in blue, red and striking gold with a prominent position for the three-legged Isle of Man symbol. This year’s IOM TT Edition will again be produced in a limited production run. It is based on the race-ready RX-7 GP with Aldo Drudi’s stunning signature “D-Perf” design for this ’15 version.
The limited RX-7 GP Isle of Man TT ’15 designs are always very popular because of their exclusivity and beautiful graphics. This year’s IOM TT 2015 edition is no exception to the rule. Arai has had a close collaboration with the IOM TT organization for years and we are proud to be an official partner of the Isle of Man TT races. That is why, year after year, Arai course banners and signposts deck this world famous track.
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Also for this year’s 2015 edition, Arai is the helmet of choice at the Isle of Man TT as we are the official helmet brand and preferred helmet partner of the TT organisation.
The IOM TT 2015 edition is exclusively offered for sale by Crossan Motorcycles Ltd.
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