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The invention
of safety helmets made it possible to protect the head of the wearer against an
impact. The shape and structure of a safety helmet are customized to suit its
purpose. Safety helmets have to provide a particularly high degree of
protection. Click on the following images to learn about the different
components of a safety helmet:
Impact Liner |
Outer Shell |
Ventilation System |
Visor |
Retention System |
Comfort Padding |
SHOEI PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
Product development plays an
important role in the optimization of wearing comfort, which according to SHOEI
forms a crucial component of rider's concentration. New models that guarantee a
perfect fit can thus be launched on the market and can thus increase the
preventive protection offered by a helmet. The following provides further
details about the various aspects that make up SHOEI's product development.
protection.
A: DESIGN STAGE
During this stage, the design of a helmet is created under consideration of the
required functions, easy handling and an attractive appearance. Not only
state-of-the-art technologies, but also the company's many years of
manufacturing experience play a part in optimizing the helmet structure. In the
final analysis, though, the success of the design stage depends on the
commitment and expertise of the design team.
B: WIND TUNNEL
During a ride, the rider's head – protected by the helmet – naturally travels
through the air at the same speed as the motorcycle is traveling on the road,
i.e. at speeds of between 20 and over 100 km/h. A large but invisible air stream
is thus created around the helmet. The company's own wind-tunnel facility
enables such an air stream to be generated artificially. The results of such
tests are then saved. SHOEI already began investigating aerodynamics at an early
stage of the company's history and constructed the wind-tunnel facility shown in
the photo for this purpose. The controlled tests conducted with the help of the
wind tunnel form a part of the development process and ensure that the
aerodynamic form of SHOEI helmets is based on objective data and not just on
what looks good.
C: TEST RIDE
All newly developed models that have successfully passed the design and
wind-tunnel stages described above are subjected to a test ride. This ensures
that the required functions can be provided in practice. Depending on the price
category of the helmet and its specific properties, the conditions in which it
is used can differ greatly. For this reason, the test ride is not just carried
out on a normal road, but additionally on a race track for some models.
HELMET PROTECTION
Even the most observant and skilled rider cannot
completely eliminate the risk of an accident. In the first instance, a helmet
therefore has to protect the rider's head. Before buying a motorcycle, the
potential customer will generally go for a test drive in order to test the
bike's road handling. Unfortunately, the degree of protection provided by a
helmet cannot be tested in the same way prior to an emergency and, regardless of
its material or production quality, can neither be seen nor felt. For this
reason, the DOT regulation as well as SNELL M2005 for safety helmets stipulate
the degree of protection helmets must guarantee. The company's technical
expertise coupled with strict quality controls enables the production of safety
helmets that not only fulfill the safety requirements, but also provide various
advantages with regard to wearing comfort.
DOT Standard (FMVSS 218) and SNELL
M2005 DOT Standard and SNELL M2005 are well
known in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. While the former is a compulsory standard
which all manufacturers of safety helmet for motorcycle satisfy for sale in the
U.S., Canada and Mexico, the latter is an optional standard.
While most of SHOEI products are SNELL certified,
all products sold in the U.S., Canada and Mexico are complying with all the
requirements of DOT accordingly. Method and requirement of penetration test is
almost same in both standards. There are, however, substantial differences in
those of impact absorption test and retention system test as explained later in
detail.
AIM? The SHOEI Shell? What's that?
 "AIM" stands for "Advanced Integrated Matrix" and constitutes SHOEI's
high-performance outer shell, which is characterized by three main aspects: (1)
a shaping process involving a fiber-reinforced layered matrix, (2) the molecular
structure of a resin and (3) a composite structure. All in all, this results in
an outer shell that provides an ideal level of impact absorption, sufficient
elasticity, light weight and a high degree of rigidity.
(1) Shaping Process plus Fiber Reinforced Matrix
One of AIM's special features already lies in the pre-shaping process. In
general, an FRP shell is formed by using a thermosetting polymer that was
previously impregnated with various reinforcing fibers – fiberglass among others
– and is subsequently set with heat. The rigidity of the shell is largely
dependent on the quantity of the material used, its properties, its respective
position within the composite and its compatibility with other materials. The
SHOEI shell owes its ideal shape to the integration of organic fibers and the
three-dimensional pre-shaping of the layered matrix. This enables an outer shell
to be produced that, in comparison to conventionally manufactured products,
provides sufficient rigidity at light weight.
(2) Synthetic Resin
A specially adapted unsaturated polyester resin, a so-called thermoplastic, is
used to produce the AIM outer shell. During the thermosetting stage, the resin
forms a three-dimensional molecular structure, whose internal meshing ensures
both rigidity and elasticity. In addition, the synthetic resin is highly
corrosion-resistant.
(3) Composite Structure
The AIM shell consists of a thermosetting plastic plus various layers of
reinforcing organic fibers and fiberglass. Various orga at strategic points with
regard to both the helmet shape and the fiber properties and then combined with
fiberglass. In comparison to shells that solely consist of fiberglass, the AIM
shell provides a comparative degree of rigidity, but is both lighter and more
elastic. Further lightweight is realized in AIM+ by applying in low specific
gravity high performance organic fiber with high tensile strength in addition to
ordinary organic fibers.
(1) Shaping Process plus Fiber Reinforced Matrix
One of AIM's special features already lies in the pre-shaping process. In
general, an FRP shell is formed by using a thermosetting polymer that was
previously impregnated with various reinforcing fibers – fiberglass among others
– and is subsequently set with heat. The rigidity of the shell is largely
dependent on the quantity of the material used, its properties, its respective
position within the composite and its compatibility with other materials. The
SHOEI shell owes its ideal shape to the integration of organic fibers and the
three-dimensional pre-shaping of the layered matrix. This enables an outer shell
to be produced that, in comparison to conventionally manufactured products,
provides sufficient rigidity at light weight.
(2) Synthetic Resin
A specially adapted unsaturated polyester resin, a so-called thermoplastic, is
used to produce the AIM outer shell. During the thermosetting stage, the resin
forms a three-dimensional molecular structure, whose internal meshing ensures
both rigidity and elasticity. In addition, the synthetic resin is highly
corrosion-resistant.
(3) Composite Structure
The AIM shell consists of a thermosetting plastic plus various layers of
reinforcing organic fibers and fiberglass. Various organic fibers of low
specific gravity are applied at strategic points with regard to both the helmet
shape and the fiber properties and then combined with fiberglass. In comparison
to shells that solely consist of fiberglass, the AIM shell provides a
comparative degree of rigidity, but is both lighter and more elastic. Further
lightweight is realized in AIM+ by applying in low specific gravity high
performance organic fiber with high tensile strength in addition to ordinary
organic fibers.
Main Safety Performances Required in SNELL M2000 and DOT Standards
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Impact Absorption |
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Test Method
SNELL M2500
Four different points are hit by dropping a helmet on anvil. Two points on
flat anvil from heights of 306cm firstly and 225cm secondarily. Same is
applied on hemispherical anvil. And also, another single point is hit on
edge anvil.
Impact energies are specified to be 150J and 110J in the first and second
tests respectively. The heights shown in the drawing are figured out as
the heights where the specified impact energies are obtained when the head
forms weighing 5Kg are dropped.
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Test Method
DOT
Four different points are hit by dropping a helmet on anvil. Two points on
hemispherical anvil from a height of 138cm and another two points on flat
anvil from a height of 183cm.
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Requirement
SNELL M2005
Peak G shall not exceed 290G.
DOT
Peak G shall not exceed 400 G
Accelerations in excess of 200G shall not exceed a cumulative duration of
2.0 milliseconds; and
Those in excess of 150G shall not exceed a cumulative duration of 4.0
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Penetration |
Retention System |
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Test Method
SNELL/DOT
Steel striker of 3kg is dropped on a helmet mounted on head form from a
height of 300cm
Requirement
Steel striker shall not touch head form.
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Test Method
SNELL M2005
A pre-load of 23kg is applied to a retention system for more than 60
seconds. Then a dynamic load of 38 kg is dropped from a height of 12cm.
DOT
A 22.7 kg preliminary test load is applied to the chin strap for 30
seconds. Then, an additional 113.4 kg test load is applied to the chin
strap for 120 seconds
Requirement
SNELL M2005
The maximum deflection during the dynamic load shall not exceed 3.0cm.
DOT
The adjustable portion of the retention system test device shall not move
more than 2.5cm between preliminary and test load positions.
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SNELL Standard is changed in
2005
SNELL standard is reviewed and revised every 5 years. Year 2005 is a year for
revision and the standard for motorcycle helmet is changed from M2000 to
M2005. While the requirements in M2005 are tougher than those in M2000, the
main changes are two as below;
1. Test line is lowered by 10mm in side head
and rear head portions.
Test line is a line to specify an area above the line where such requirements
as impact absorption and penetration management have to be satisfied at any
point. As per drawing below the test line is lowered by 1mm in side head and
rear head portions, and as a result, the area to satisfy the requirements is
expanded to a lower direction in M2005. There is no change of the test line in
forehead portion because it was already lowered in the last revision from
M1995 to M2000.
2. The requirement of Peak G is lowered from
below 300G to below 290G.
While the requirement of Peak G in impact management test was below 300G in
M2000, it become below 290G in M2005.
The new SNELL M2005 becomes effective on October 1, 2005. Sales of the
products with Snell M2005 labels can be started from this date. SHOEI already
started the production of the products satisfying the new standard in some new
models for the year 2005(*) and will change the current models in M2000
specifications to M2005 specifications gradually.
(*) M2000 labels are put on those products until M2005 becomes effective. And
also, even after effective date of the new standard the products with M2000
labels may be sold at dealers. Whichever labels are put, SHOEI’s SNELL
products are what satisfy requirements of its strict in-house standard and
SNELL Standard.SNELL standard is reviewed and revised every 5 years. Year 2005
is a year for revision and the standard for motorcycle helmet is changed from
M2000 to M2005. While the requirements in M2005 are tougher than those in
M2000, the main changes are two as below;
1. Test line is lowered by 10mm in side head and rear head portions.
Test line is a line to specify an area above the line where such requirements
as impact absorption and penetration management have to be satisfied at any
point. As per drawing below the test line is lowered by 1mm in side head and
rear head portions, and as a result, the area to satisfy the requirements is
expanded to a lower direction in M2005. There is no change of the test line in
forehead portion because it was already lowered in the last revision from
M1995 to M2000.
2. The requirement of Peak G is lowered from
below 300G to below 290G.
While the requirement of Peak G in impact management test was below 300G in
M2000, it become below 290G in M2005.
The new SNELL M2005 becomes effective on October 1, 2005. Sales of the
products with Snell M2005 labels can be started from this date. SHOEI already
started the production of the products satisfying the new standard in some new
models for the year 2005(*) and will change the current models in M2000
specifications to M2005 specifications gradually.
(*) M2000 labels are put on those products until M2005 becomes effective. And
also, even after effective date of the new standard the products with M2000
labels may be sold at dealers. Whichever labels are put, SHOEI’s SNELL
products are what satisfy requirements of its strict in-house standard and
SNELL Standard.
The
Manufacturing Process
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Forming Process
At SHOEI, all outer shells are made of FRP. During the manufacturing
process, a mold is first lined with reinforcing fibers, including
fiberglass, and then filled with the plastics. The shell is formed inside
a mold by a rubber balloon which presses materials from inside. Every
outer shell is hand-made by one of SHOEI's skilled craftsmen. Against the
background of SHOEI's production expertise, state-of-the-art technologies
are also used for producing newer, more complex shell forms.
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Finishing Process
This process not only involves removing superfluous parts of the outer
shell like the visor opening and the lower shell edge, but also creating
the ventilation system and the mounting holes for the shield. Next to
pressing machines, various modern industrial robots like laser robots and
automatic cutting machines using conventional blade and water jet
technology are also used during the finishing process. In order to further
increase the accuracy of helmet production, these machines are for
instance used to create mounting holes, in each case to suit the
respective part or shape of the part.
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Painting Process
Even if a number of manufacturing processes are fully automated, SHOEI now
as before continues to rely predominantly on hand-painting as a means of
maintaining the high product quality.
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Assembly
During this step, the shield, the lower beadings, the impact absorption
liner and the comfort padding are assembled by hand in line with detailed
instructions. In this way SHOEI ensures that the excellent quality of its
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SHOEI X-ELEVEN
MOTORCYCLE HELMETS
| The X-ELEVEN has been the helmet of choice for
professional riders since it’s introduction. Built to race
specifications, the X-Eleven was designed and developed in collaboration
with professional riders, like Jake Zemke, Eric Bostrom, and Chris
Vermeulen to name a few.
Numerous hours in our wind tunnel and on racetracks around the world
has produced an aerodynamically superior helmet with minimal lift and
drag, plus incomparable fit and ventilation. The world’s most demanding riders demand nothing but the best. The
X-ELEVEN only from Shoei.
- Quick Release Base Plate System
- Dual Liner Ventilation System
- 3D Comfort Liner System
- Upper Air Intake
- Lower Air Intake
- Dual Air Charge System
- Face Shield Defogging Vent
- Chin Curtain
- Rear Air Exhaust
- Neck Outlet Vent
- Exhaust Breath Chamber
- Breath Guard
- Aero Edge Spoiler With Exhaust Vent
- Preset Shield Opening Lever With Locking Mechanism
- CX-1V Shield
- AIM+Shell Construction
- Snell M2005
- 5 Year Warranty From Purchase Date. 7 Year Warranty From Helmet
Manufacture Date.
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SHOEI RF1000
MOTORCYCLE HELMETS
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One of the most
technologically advanced helmets for street riders and clearly one of
the best-looking helmets on the market. Shoei’s innovation and
cutting-edge design makes the RF1000 a premium sports helmet.
Aerodynamically superior, the RF1000 full-face sport helmet delivers
wind tunnel proven high speed performance and ventilation. A perfect fit
is achieved through removable and adjustable cheek pads and 3D comfort
liner system which doesn’t shift during high speed riding.
Another facet of the
legendary Shoei fit is the use of 3 shell sizes, and 4 sizes of EPS
liners. The RF1000 shell is of Shoei’s proprietary AIM + (Advanced
Integrated Matrix Plus Multi-fiber Technology), which embeds ultra
strong organic fibers into fiberglass.The result is a lightweight, yet
strong, outer shell that is better able to absorb and disperse the force
of an impact.
The RF1000
Protection, at its technological best.
- Quick Release Base Plate System
- Upper Air Intake
- Lower Air Intake
- Aero Spoiler With Exhaust Vent
- Neck Outlet
- Face Shield Defogging Vent
- Removable / Replaceable Cheek Pads
and Chin Strap Covers
- Preset Shield Opening Lever With
Locking Mechanism
- CX 1V Shield
- AIM+ Shell Construction
- 3D Comfort liner
- Breath guard
- Chin curtain
- Dual liner ventilation system
- Snell M2005
- 5 Year Warranty From Purchase
Date. 7 Year Warranty From Helmet Manufacture Date.
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SHOEI TZR
MOTORCYCLE HELMETS
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Whether you’re
cruising, touring, or sport riding, it’s hard to beat the comfort and
protection of the TZR. Using technology developed for Shoei’s racing
and performance models, the TZR’s aerodynamics reduce wind noise and
increase stability.
The newest member of
Shoei’s full-face family, the TZR, comes with a full Shoei pedigree.
Extensive hours of wind tunnel and real-world testing refined it’s shape
and features. All elements are uniquely Shoei; Aim+ shell construction
for strength, removable cheek pads for fit and comfort, and a distortion
free CX-1V shield and Quick Release Base Plate System for unobstructed
visibility.
Shoei’s commitment to
performance excellence, at a surprisingly affordable price the TZR has
it all.
- Quick Release Base Plate System
- Upper Air Intake
- Lower Air Intake
- Face Shield Defogging Vent
- Removable / Replaceable cheek pad
and chinstrap covers.
- Preset Shield Opening Lever With
Locking Mechanism
- CX-1V Shield
- AIM + Shell Construction
- Snell M2005
- Dual liner ventilation system
- 3D Comfort liner
- Shell integrated spoiler
- 5 Year Warranty From Purchase
Date. 7 Year Warranty From Helmet Manufacture Date.
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SHOEI J WING
MOTORCYCLE HELMETS
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The J Wing is simply
the most functional open-face helmet in the world today. It combines Shoei’s trademark craftsmanship and safety features with the convenience
that only an open-face helmet can provide.
Whatever your
cruising needs or preference, Shoei has a premium helmet with comfort,
fit and features that will feel like it was made just for you.
The RF1000
Protection, at its technological best.
- Quick Release Base Plate System
- 3D Comfort Liner System
- Cheek Pad Slits for Eyeglasses
- Adjustable Top & Rear Vents
- AIM+ Shell Construction
- Dual EPS Liner
- Neck Outlet
- CJ-1 Shield
- Shield stopper
- Shell integrated spoiler
- Snell M2005
- 5 Year Warranty From Purchase
Date. 7 Year Warranty From Helmet Manufacture Date.
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SHOEI ST Cruz
MOTORCYCLE HELMETS
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With retro all the craze, Shoei's ST
Cruz is for the cruiser class. The removable neck curtain,
reminiscent of the "ole" days, zippers into the interior lining for
versatile looks and protection.
Now you can complete the classic custom
look with a helmet that provides the look as well as DOT safety
standards.
- Lightweight, Advanced Integrated
Matrix (AIM) Shell
- Adjustable Forehead vents
- Removable (Zip-off) Ear Cover
- Removable Visor
- Snaps for After Market Shields
- Plush Brushed Nylon Interior
- 5 Year Warranty From Purchase
Date. 7 Year Warranty From Helmet Manufacture Date.
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SHOEI RJ PLATINUM R
MOTORCYCLE HELMETS
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Since its
introduction in the market in 1985, RJ series have established its
position as a standard of open face helmet and enjoyed favors of the
users. In this category SHOEI releases RJ PlatinumR realizing an
identity to show a leadership with latest technology, craftmanship and
helmet design. Upgrading sophisticated design in modern taste, SHOEI’s
high safety, high performance and comfort in a good balance, SHOEI
introduces a new standard of open face helmet.
- DOT/SNELL(M2005) Standard
- Fully Removable Interiors
- Lightweight, Advanced Integrated
Matrix (AIM +) Shell
- Snaps for aftermarket shields
- Cheek pad slits for eyeglasses
- Neck outlet
- Dual EPS liner
- 3D Comfort liner
- Integrated spoiler
- Removable GT visor
- Adjustable top and rear vents
- Soft & Comfortable Shock-Absorbent
liner
- 5 Year Warranty From Purchase
Date. 7 Year Warranty From Helmet Manufacture Date.
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SHOEI MULTITEC
MOTORCYCLE HELMETS
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The recent
popularity of flip up helmets is a clear indication of the market’s
demand to combine the convenience of an open face helmet with the
comfortable, secure feeling of a full face helmet. When Shoei set out to
design the new Multitec, we didn’t only want to meet our customers’
expectations; we wanted to blow them away!
The Multitec represents the pinnacle of flip up helmet
design and technology.
- Removable Cheekpads
- Lightweight, Advanced Integrated
Matrix (AIM) Shell
- CX-1V shield
- Preset shield opening lever with
locking mechanism
- Integrated breath guard
- Chin curtain
- Neck outlet
- 3D Comfort liner
- Adjustable upper vent
- Quick release base plate system
- Cheek pad slits for eyeglasses
- Shell integrated spoiler
- Sleek and aerodynamic design and
combined with strict manufacturing tolerances reduce turbulence and
wind noise
- 5 Year Warranty From Purchase
Date. 7 Year Warranty From Helmet Manufacture Date.
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