QUANTIC HELMET

On the hunt for an Arai, but fancied waiting for something new? Because if so, you’re going to like this. Arai’s Quantic is a new model for 2021 aimed at sporty touring riders, meaning it gives race-derived performance, but with added comfort. It’s the first full-face lid from Arai that has gone through the new, rigorous ECE R22-06 helmet testing standards, and is manufactured by hand from Peripherally Belted e-Complex Laminate Construction – which basically gives the shell a load of strength, while a softer, multi-density EPS inner liner works to absorb impact energy. There’s a new 3D Arai logo duct, F1-based dual tear-ducts and even a one-piece rear spoiler, while the VAS MAX vision visor comes with a pinlock as standard. Oh, and the insides have even been constructed with installing an intercom in mind, if that’s your thing.

RRP (from) £499.99 www.whyarai.co.uk