Shoei X-15 Escalate Helmet

Shoei X-15 Escalate Helmet

Shoei Developed The X-15 With Technologies Born From Racing With One Mission In Mind, To Make The Fastest Riders On The Planet Even Faster. By Designing And Refining The X-15 Helmet In Their State-Of-The-Art Wind Tunnel Facility, Shoei Was Able To Reduce Drag By 6.1% And Lift By 1.6% Compared To It's Predecessor The X-14. The X-15 Features A Multi-Ply Advanced Integrated Matrix Plus (AIM+) Shell, A Six-Ply Matrix Of Fiberglass With Lightweight Organic And High-Performance Fibers To Provide Optimal Impact-Absorption, Strength And Elasticity. Packed In The X-15's Shell Is A Multitude Of Features Fit For A Pro And Ready To Boost Your Performance, Safety And Comfort.

Aerodynamic Shell Design

• Designed And Refined In Shoei’s State-Of-The-Art Wind Tunnel Facility
• 6.1% Reduction In Drag And A 1.6% Reduction In Lift Compared To The X-14
• Over 150+ Profile Shape Iterations Enhance High-Speed Stability And Reduce Negative Forces
• Rear Stabilizer System, Concave Of The Shell Surface And Pronounced Edges On The Top Left And Right Sides Of The Helmet Enhance Aerodynamic Performance

Multi-Ply Advanced Integrated Matrix Plus (AIM+) Shell

• Six-Ply Matrix Of Fiberglass With Lightweight Organic And High-Performance Fibers Provide Optimal Impact-Absorption, Strength And Elasticity
• Four Shell Sizes

Multi-Piece Multi-Density EPS Liner

• Optimized Impact Absorption Thanks To Varying Densities Of Foam In Key Areas
• Precise Placement Of Multi-Density EPS Liner Material Yields A More Compact, Lightweight Design
• Strategically-Located Tunnels Allow Cooling Air To Travel Unrestricted Through The Helmet
• Small Channel In The Front Chin Bar Area Strategically Designed To Guide And Receive Hydration Systems (Including The Optional Shoei Hydration Tube – Sold Separately)

Ventilation System

• Seven (7) Closable Air Intakes And Six (6) Exhaust Outlets
• Air Intakes Are Strategically Shaped And Located To Maximize Airflow And Negative Air Pressure Suction To The Rear Of The Helmet
• Ventilation Tunnels In EPS Liner Enlarged To 10mm Deep From 6mm In The Previous Model For Superior Ventilation
• Innovative Cheek Pad Cooling System By Increasing The Number Of Holes Delivering Refreshing Air To The Rider’s Cheek Area

Field Of Vision

• Revised Eyeport Trajectory From Previous Model Increases The Upper Field Of View By 5mm
• DKS-304 PINLOCK EVO Lens System Is 10% Larger Than Its Predecessor And Improves Lateral Field Of Vision Thanks To Relocated Pins Outside Of The Eyeport

CWR-F2R Shield & Base Plate System

• Distortion-Free View Thanks To Shoei’s Innovative 3D Injection-Molding Process
• Protects Against 99% Of The Sun’s Damaging UV Rays
• CWR-F2R 2D “Flat” Outside Surface Combined With 3D Technology Inside Offers An Aggressive Look With Optimized Visibility
• Vortex Generators On The Sides Of The Shield Improve Aerodynamics And Reduce Wind Noise
• Center Locking Mechanism Helps To Evenly Distribute Shield Forces Across Both Spring-Loaded Base Plates
• Exclusive Two-Stage Shield Locking System - Center Locking Mechanism Plus Racing Shield Lock
• Trigger Lock Mechanism Prevents The Shield From Detaching During An Impact Or Crash

3D Max-Dry Custom Interior System II

• 3D Max-Dry Custom Interior System II Is Fully Removable, Washable, Adjustable And Replaceable
• Max-Dry Liner Material Absorbs And Dissipates Sweat And Moisture Twice As Fast As Traditional Nylon Interiors
• Independently Adjustable 3D Center Pad Components Can Be Replaced With Optional Thicknesses To Customize The Fit
• Each Pocket-Shaped Pad Has Separate, Removable Layers That Can Be Peeled Away To Further Optimize The Individual Fit
• Patented Angle Adjustment Mechanism Allows You To Change The Position Of The Helmet By Up To 4-Degrees To Increase The Upper Field Of Vision While Tucked In Extreme Racing Positions
• Surface Area Of The Cheek Pads Has Been Enlarged By 16.5% From X-14 For  A More Secure And Comfortable Fit

Emergency Quick Release System (E.Q.R.S.)

• Emergency Quick Release System That Allows Emergency Medical Personnel To Easily Remove The Cheek Pads From An Injured Rider’s Helmet

Safety Certifications

• Snell M2020R Certified
• ECE-22.06 Certified
• DOT Certified