Shoya Tomizawa was a talented Japanese motorcycle racer who died after sustaining cranial, thoracic and abdominal trauma at the San Marino Grand Prix in 2010 at age 20. To honor the Moto2 rider, Japanese helmet company Shoei created a limited edition model wearing Tomizawa’s graphics. The special helmet is lightweight (weighs only 1.45 kg/3.2 lbs), rigid and features AIM+ Plus Advanced Integrated Matrix Materials. Read the full article »

Spanish brand Shiro revealed new helmets, including Demi-Jets SH-20, SH-202 Napoli, and Jet SH-80 Art Design. The Jet SH-80 Art Design is meant for those who use their bikes in an urban context, but would never give up the feeling of two-wheel riding. Realized with thermoplastic resins, its original graphics – inspired to modern and contemporary art – will definitely collect the attention while parading in the streets. Read the full article »

Maison Martin Margiela’s collaboration with helmet maker Ruby brings forth a special Pavillon helmet that is limited to 600 worldwide. Each comes with a serial number and distinctive drawings on the helmet inspired by graffiti on the Maison’s actual window. Hardware is engraved with Ruby’s emblems. The helmet is made from carbon/lamb leather and features a black leather interior with an original chrome logo. Read the full article »

The final auction of 2010 in aid of Riders for Health and offering exclusive items from Yamaha’s star racing elite is now online and can be found on Yamaha Racing’s Facebook page. Bidding has commenced on a fresh set of valuable objects that on this occasion include a signed knee slider and world championship winning celebration t-shirt from Jorge Lorenzo, a pit shirt from the Fiat Yamaha Team autographed by the 2010 number one and Valentino Rossi, [...] Read the full article »

Z1R Helmets announced a new snow helmet, the Nemesis Disarray. The Nemesis Snow helmet features the same shell as Z1R fans have seen with the Nemesis Disarray, but with one added accessory. By adding the easy to install breathbox (pictured below) to your Nemesis Disarray, the same off-road helmet will be ready to tackle any snow conditions. That means, during the summer months the Nemesis Disarray will handle all the demands of warm off-road riding, and during the winter months [...] Read the full article »

The RSV4 is one of the most faszinating sportbikes on the market, but the Italians decided to make an even more agressive version. Aprilia developed a new carbon body kit for the RSV4 range. Each part is made from three layers (carbon/kevlar/carbon) for strength and finished by hand. The kit includes carbon belly pan, carbon front fairing, carbon tank cover, carbon air vents, right carbon side panel, left carbon side panel, right carbon tail and left carbon tail. The parts can be ordered as a complete se tor individually from Aprilia dealers as of January 2011. Read the full article »

Head injuries occur in 80% of all motorcyclist fatalities. A key factor in these injuries is brain swelling inside the helmet and the response time to address the issue. ThermaHelm technology helps to mitigate this problem by cooling the rider's head post-accident. A standard helmet acts like an insulator. The polystyrene foam found in all motorcycle helmets is the same white foam that in installed in the walls of all refrigerators and portable coolers. Read the full article »

Z1R Helmets developed a new dirt helmet for entry-level riders. The Roost 3 features an advanced injection molded ABS/Polycarbonate shell for rigidity, and a removable nylex liner for comfort, the Roost 3 delivers performance and moisture control for those long rides. The Roost 3 also features adjustable forehead vents that channel cool air into the helmet on warm days, yet can be closed for cold weather riding...total versatility in a great entry-level helmet. Read the full article »

After celebrating its return to the off-road and motocross markets in early 2010 with the release of its thermoplastic resin MT-X helmet, AGV expands its off-road products family with 2 new helmets. First is the high-end AX-8, with its carbon-Kevlar-fiber shell. Developed over the past 2 years in close collaboration with AGV’s team of pro riders on both sides of the Atlantic, including Travis Pastrana, Davi Millsaps, David Philippaerts, Deny Philippaerts, and Gautier Paulin, the AX-8 brings AGV back into the world of dirt with an original design and highly technical characteristics. Read the full article »

Italian company Sidi announced six new boots for 2011, including the new „Adventure” boots with Gore-Tex. The ultimate Adventure boot combines Sidi’s best touring and off road features into an effective adventure boot design. The Adventure boots have a Gore-Tex breathable and waterproof membrane, which adds a water-resistant yet breathable barrier between the elements and the rider’s feet. “These features make the Adventure unique in its class. These boots are elegant yet extremely functional, and they keep your feet comfortable and safe." Read the full article »