Shoei X-Twelve Helmet - Vermeulen 5

Shoei X-Twelve Helmet - Vermeulen 5

Since its introduction in 2003, the X-Eleven has been the motorcycle-racing helmet that all others are judged by. For the 2010 model year, Shoei engineers were faced with the grueling task of improving on what is already considered to be the best-performing racing helmet ever conceived. Born from racing, the all-new X-Twelve combines Shoei’s 50 years of helmet building experience with the very latest technology and most advanced materials to bring you the racing helmet of the future. Throughout its history, Shoei has relied on feedback from professional racers around the globe to continually improve its products, and everything learned along the way has now culminated in the finest motorcycle racing helmet ever developed—the all-new X-Twelve!

It's not uncommon for a racing environment to get blazing hot, which is why ventilation was a top priority when designing the new X-Twelve. The X-Twelve features five (5) intake and ten (10) exhaust vents, making it the most aggressively ventilated helmet SHOEI has ever produced. Wind tunnel testing identified the very best locations and shapes of intake and exhaust ports to maximize airflow, including the suction effect that's created as low pressure air travels toward the rear of the helmet. With this in mind, the X-Twelve features new Side Extractor Vents developed by our MotoGP racing service to help clear warm, humid air from the racer's face.

Features

• AIM+ Shell Construction (Snell M2010-Approved): combines fiberglass with organic fibers that are so strong they can only be cut with a laser. The end result is a stronger, lighter shell that will absorb and distribute the force of an impact safely and efficiently.
• Q.R.S.A. (Quick Release Self-Adjusting) Base Plate System
• CW-1 Shield
• 5 Shell Sizes
• The X-Twelve's Aero Edge 2 Spoiler helps minimize lift at high speeds, and thus wind drag from the rider and motorcycle. In addition, increased negative air pressure improves exhaust performance to help ventilate the helmet.
• Five (5) intake and ten (10) exhaust vents
• Dual layer liner yields enhanced impact absorption by adjusting thickness and density in key areas
• Equipped with a fully removable, washable, and replaceable 3D Max Dry liner.
• E.Q.R.S. (Emergency Quick Release System) Mechanical tabs disengage cheek pads for easy removal by emergency medical personnel. Helmet can be removed with minimum load to rider in emergency situations
• Chin Curtain
• Breath Guard
• 5-Year Warranty