Shoei GT-Air 3 Mike, full face helmet

Pinlock lens included

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We are not allowed to ship this item outside the EU.

Sporty touring helmet Shoei GT-Air3 - First of a new generation

The SHOEI GT-Air in its third generation is more than an all-round helmet - it is a highly functional sports and touring helmet with profile and edge. Distinctively styled, with outstanding wearing comfort, equipped with groundbreaking features, homologated according to the latest safety standard, it performs at the highest level and underlines its claim to pole position.

On the road, and go!

Features

• Shock-absorbing outer shell made of AIM (Advanced Integrated Matrix)
• Multi-layer polystyrene core system with different absorption capacities for maximum protection
• Helmet outer shells in 3 sizes (XS-M | L | XL-XXL)
• Prominent integrated spoiler edge and smooth transitions between visor and helmet shell for better aerodynamic performance
• Tool-free quick-release visor mechanism
• Visor mechanism with contoured latching
• Large usable field of view
• PINLOCK EVO visor included
• First opening position for additional fresh air in summer or to reduce fogging of the visor
• Integrated sun visor covers almost the entire field of view
• Optional yellow-tinted sun visor with contrast-enhancing effect available
• Ventilation inlets directed towards the oncoming airflow
• Exhaust vents positioned high for optimum airflow
• Removable front ventilation filter to protect against insects
• Specially contoured head padding supports air circulation in the helmet
• 3D-shaped cheek pads
• All padding is removable and washable
• Head and cheek pads are available in different thicknesses for individual helmet adjustment
• Removable ear pads help with noise insulation
• All mechanisms are easy to operate, even with thick gloves
• Ergonomic center of gravity reduces strain on the neck muscles and prevents fatigue
• Prepared for intercom (SRL3 Mesh)
• Optional intercom adapter set for mounting SRL/SRL2/SRL Mesh
• Micro ratchet closure
• E.Q.R.S. safety system (Emergency Quick Release System)
• Approved according to ECE 22.06
• Weight approx. 1700 gr. (+- 50 gr.)

Scope of delivery

• SHOEI GT-Air 3 helmet
• Pinlock®EVO visor
• Pinlock® replacement pins
• Maintenance tool (helpful for installing the SRL communication system)
• Breath deflector
• Chin wind deflector
• SHOEI logo sticker
• Original SHOEI helmet bag for safe storage of the helmet
• Silicone oil for maintaining the visor seal and mechanism
• Helmet manual and brochure “How to use your helmet properly,” which contains valuable information on the use, maintenance, and care of the SHOEI GT-Air 3

Optional accessories

• Visors in a variety of different tints and mirror finishes are available for the SHOEI GT-Air 3, which can be used in accordance with ECE homologation guidelines.
• Sun visor QSV-2 yellow tinted version with contrast-enhancing effect
• Cheek pads and head pads in various sizes and thicknesses are available to replace the original pads or for individual adjustment of the helmet.
• Shoei SRL3 Mesh Intercom (Sena)
• Intercom adapter set for mounting SRL/SRL2/SRL Mesh
• Chin strap pad, breath deflector, and chin wind deflector

Safety

The high-performance outer shell of the SHOEI GT-Air3 made of AIM (Advanced Integrated Matrix) brings together high flexibility and low weight thanks to its composition of fibreglass and organic fibres. Combined with a polystyrene core system composed of several elements of different absorption capacity, this helmet shell offers the highest possible protective function.

The PINLOCK EVO lens supplied with the helmet is extremely effective in reducing visor fogging even in adverse weather conditions. The CNS-1C visor, with its high optical quality and large usable field of vision, allows distortion-free perception of the traffic scene even at the edges of the field of vision. Like all full-face helmet visors from SHOEI, it reduces the intrusion of more than 99% of incoming UV radiation into the inside of the helmet.

The pleasantly narrow chin strap with micro ratchet closure is comfortable to use and keeps the helmet securely in place.

In an emergency, the cheek pads can be easily removed using the EQRS system (Emergency Quick Release System) for gentle helmet removal.

The SHOEI GT-Air3 meets the requirements of the ECE-R 22.06 test standard for full-face helmets.

Wearing Comfort

The 3 different outer shell sizes of the SHOEI GT-Air3 (XS-M | L | XL-XXL) allow for a wide range of sizes with an optimal helmet to body size ratio. The ergonomically effective centring of the helmet's centre of gravity reduces strain on the neck muscles and prevents fatigue, on extended tours as well as on fast highway stages.

Distinctly contoured head pads support air circulation in the helmet and, like the three-dimensionally pre-shaped cheek pads and chin strap pad, are fully removable and washable. For individual adjustment of the helmet, head and cheek pads are available in different thicknesses.

Removable ear pads in the ear area effectively contribute to noise reduction.

The clear CNS-1C visor, fitted as standard, has a virtually unrestricted field of vision and can be changed without tools using its proven quick-change mechanism. The self-adjusting visor mechanism of the SHOEI GT-Air3, thanks to its well-contoured latching, allows a gradual, torsion-free opening of the visor, including a first opening position for additional fresh air in hot summer temperatures, or to reduce the visor's tendency to fog up.

The central opening and locking mechanism, as well as the raised ventilation controls, are easy to operate even with thick gloves.

The integrated, high-quality QSV-2 sun visor of the SHOEI GT-Air3 is continuously extendable. It covers the usable field of vision almost completely and can be replaced easily and without tools by an optional yellow-tinted visor with contrast-enhancing effect. This additional visor thus ensures optimum visibility for many uses and weather conditions.

Recesses in the ear area and prepared cable guides allow the SRL3 Mesh communication system by SENA, available in SHOEI's range of accessories, to be mounted easily and quickly in the SHOEI COMLINK interface of the GT-Air3.

Ventilation

Ventilation inlets directed into the air stream and exhaust outlets positioned at a favourable height reduce the temperature and humidity inside the SHOEI GT-Air3. The GT-Air3 always provides its wearer with sufficient fresh air and creates a pleasant indoor climate, whether used in warm countries or in the cold season.

A removable filter in the lower front ventilation prevents insects from entering.

The revised visor mechanism of the SHOEI GT-Air3 allows a stable, gap-width opening of the visor with its first raster step, thus letting additional fresh air into the helmet interior.

Aerodynamic

Distinct integrated spoiler edges, smooth transitions between visor and helmet shell and a slimming of the helmet shell in the frontal chin area increase the aerodynamic performance of the SHOEI GT-Air3 and at the same time contribute to the reduction of noise impact on the wearer.

AIM outer shell (Advanced Integrated Matrix)

The Shoei helmet shell is a three-dimensional structure made of several layers of glass fibers and organic fibers - the so-called Advanced Integrated Matrix. The organic fibers reinforce the glass fibers and optimize weight.

The structure is bonded by an unsaturated, thermosetting polyester resin. This resin acquires its desired properties during heat curing: high elasticity and resistance. This technology allows a helmet shell characterized by high strength with low weight.

The AIM helmet shell is designed to distribute the forces acting during an impact over the helmet shell. The outer shell and inner core may show damage, but the rider's head is afforded the greatest possible protection.

Heavy, hard outer shells do not have this property and transfer the energy of an impact to the inside of the helmet without reduction. The outer shell may be undamaged, but the rider suffers head injuries. This is especially true of helmets designed to resist penetration by sharp objects.

Two factors determine the perceived weight of a helmet: the real weight of the helmet and the dynamic weight caused by wind pressure and acceleration.

In the event of an impact, the real weight is decisive for the acceleration forces acting on the neck.

The heaviest part of a helmet is the helmet shell. Because the helmet shell is also the part that is subjected to the most stress during a fall, the requirements for a lightweight helmet shell are complex.

Shoei's vast experience in processing fiber composites has enabled it to develop the extremely strong yet lightweight AIM and AIM+ helmet shells.

Polystyrene core with different densities

Every Shoei helmet sold in Europe has an inner shell adapted to the European head shape.

The combination of several styrofoam elements in different densities provides effective impact absorption.

• The upper part of the inner shell is softer than the outer part.
• The relatively hard outer part of the inner shell increases the absorption capacity in the event of an impact.

This technology was developed and patented by Shoei.

Styrofoam has very good shock absorption properties. However, there is one drawback: if the Styrofoam core is compressed by an impact, it will expand back to its original size after a considerable amount of time. It looks intact, but by no means achieves the same shock absorption properties as before.

This is also the reason why Shoei does not test helmets after an accident. It is impossible to judge whether the helmet is still safe.

Wearing comfort and fit

The shape and material of the pads play an important role in the comfort and fit of the helmet.

• The material that touches the rider's skin is critical to comfort.
• The fit of the helmet affects how well the helmet holds the rider, especially at high speeds.

In the past, these requirements often played against each other. Thick, soft pads provided good comfort, but the helmet did not have a good grip at high speeds.

Shoei has taken its own approach to designing the padding. The helmet's styrofoam core is molded close around the rider's head. This allows thinner pads to be used. These are produced in a complex process from several layers of polyurethane foam in different hardnesses or by a three-dimensional cut from a block.

The result offers high comfort and a perfect fit, even at high speeds.

The closure system

Currently, Shoei offers two different closure systems for the chin strap, depending on the helmet model.

The double-D system is mainly used in Shoei's "sporty" helmets. This system is mandatory for racing helmets. It offers the greatest reserves in the event of a fall.

Shoei's more comfort-oriented helmet models are equipped with a Microrat system. Unlike most other systems, the Shoei micro-ratchet system has a stainless steel locking mechanism. This ensures maximum safety in addition to comfort.

The Shoei Visor System

All Shoei visors are injection molded from polycarbonate. This guarantees a clear and distortion-free view.

The visor protects against small foreign bodies and absorbs 99% of of UV rays.

The non-mirrored visors have a scratch-resistant coating.

All current visors are equipped with Shoei's Q.R.B.P. system, which allows easy change without tools.

Perfect connection

With the new SHOEI COMLINK interface, the GT-Air 3 is ready for the SENA® SRL3 Mesh communication system, exclusively available from SHOEI's range of accessories.

Once paired with a cell phone, navigation device or other intercom devices, the SRL3 Mesh provides information and entertainment while riding, blending almost invisibly into the helmet shell of the GT-Air 3.

The SRL3 Mesh delivers rich sound and crystal clear voice transmission with its high-end speakers, high-quality microphone and sound system from Harman-Kardon®.

Test ratings

• "Very Good" - Motorrad & Reisen issue 120

Note

• All helmets will be delivered only with the ECE certification by default, even if it is shown differently.
• all helmets that have a visor will be delivered with a clear visor, even if it is shown differently.