Sure, helmets are all about safety. However, you can’t deny that style plays a major role, too. As is the case with all things in life, the type of helmet you wear—if you wear one at all—boils down to personal preference. Personally, I’m a big fan of sportbike and race helmets. In fact, all the helmets I’ve ever owned were either full on race lids or standard full-face helmets, apart from the jet helmet I use on my Vespa.
Out of all the helmet manufacturers out there, few are as respected as Arai. The Japanese helmet maker is one of the oldest and well-known in the business, and is instantly recognizable to motorcyclists in all corners of the globe. When it comes to race helmets, Arai’s RX-7X has been one of the most popular. It first entered the sportbike scene in 2015, as Arai’s top-tier racing full-face helmet. For more than seven years, the RX-7X has protected the noggins of both pros and novices, street and track riders alike. It has gained an iconic silhouette, making it instantly recognizable among fans of the brand.
