7 AGV K6 £359.99 graphics £399.99 www.agv.co.uk
The AGV K6 lacks an integrated sun visor but does have an emergency release system and a visor lock that can be secured totally shut or partially open, which is good. Ready for AGV’S ARK communications system (£249.99), the K6 has a very plush-feeling lining but there isn’t a dedicated glasses recess, meaning the arms were squeezed in slightly, possibly a nuisance for those wearing sunglasses, as there is no sun visor. The visor removal system is nice and easy to use and so are the vents.
On the road, the AGV feels a really small shell and I found my chin pushed up against the inside of the lid, which was uncomfortable, so try before you buy as it may not suit your head shape. The vents were reasonably effective, though it feels a bit too snug to be used as a touring lid and I actually preferred wearing the firm’s cheaper K5 S model, which has an integrated sun visor.