Arai RX-7V Evo full-face helmet in Samurai graphic gloss finish
ECE 22.06
360° — drag me
1,550 gECE 22.06
02 · Data & docs

The facts.

Technical data
ModelRX-7V Evo
SKU137-0294
Colour / FinishSamurai
HomologationECE 22.06
Helmet TypePremium full-face / road and race-oriented use
Shell MaterialFiberglass composite
Weightapprox. 1,550 g ± 50 g
VisorVAS MAX Vision visor, Pinlock-prepared / anti-fog insert included
Bluetooth / Intercom CompatibleYes, conditionally compatible (SHARP lists communication system compatibility for RX-7V EVO)
Suitable for Glasses WearersNot ideally — limited suitability due to sportingly close race-fit geometry
DescriptionThe whole story

The Arai RX-7V Evo in the Samurai graphic represents the absolute pinnacle of Arai's decades of helmet engineering — a race-focused full-face helmet that has earned ECE 22.06 homologation and FIM approval, meeting the most demanding safety standards on the market today. Built for riders who demand track-ready protection without compromise, this 2023 collection piece pairs a fiberglass composite shell with a revised interior designed from the ground up for the EVO generation.

Key Features

  • Certified to ECE R22-06, the strictest homologation standard currently in force for road and racing use — as well as holding FIM homologation for competition
  • VAS MAX Vision visor delivers an expanded field of view in all conditions, and ships ready-fitted with a Pinlock anti-fog insert for year-round clarity
  • Revised cheek pads on the EVO version route the lateral air channels to the rear of the pad, improving both airflow management and interior comfort
  • Upgraded fully removable and washable liner made from the new Eco Pure material — fresher on long rides, easier to maintain between sessions
  • Fiberglass composite shell construction achieves an excellent strength-to-weight balance at approximately 1,550 g ± 50 g
  • Double-D-ring retention system and a five-year Arai guarantee complete a package engineered to last

Design and Build Quality

The Samurai graphic is offered in a gloss finish that makes the design's sharp, angular lines pop in any light. The outer shell is fiberglass composite — Arai's preferred choice for its ability to absorb and disperse impact energy progressively, rather than shattering. At XL sizing, it is worth noting that the outer shell steps up one size (from shell size 86 to 88), which helps maintain the balanced proportions Arai is known for at the larger end of the fit range.

The interior has been thoroughly revised for the EVO. Lateral air channel routing has been moved to the rear of the cheek pads, reducing pressure points for riders wearing the helmet on extended stints. The Eco Pure liner material is fully removable and machine washable, keeping the helmet fresh across a full season of road or track use.

Optics and Visibility

The VAS MAX Vision shield is Arai's widest-view visor system, engineered to reduce the blind spots that narrower shields create at corner entry. It comes Pinlock-prepared as standard, and the included Pinlock insert creates a double-glazing effect that eliminates fogging in cold, wet, or humid conditions — a practical advantage for road riders as much as track-day regulars.

Communication System Compatibility

The RX-7V Evo has conditional compatibility with a number of Bluetooth intercom systems. SHARP's test programme documents communication system compatibility for the RX-7V EVO specifically. Riders who rely on intercoms are advised to verify fitment with their chosen unit before purchase, as the close race-fit geometry may limit options compared to touring-oriented helmets.

Fitment Note

Due to the sportingly snug race-fit geometry of the RX-7V Evo, this helmet is not well suited to spectacle wearers. Riders who require vision correction are strongly advised to consider contact lenses or to test the helmet in person before ordering.

Size Guide

  • XS — 53 to 54 cm
  • S — 55 to 56 cm
  • M — 57 to 58 cm
  • L — 59 cm
  • XL — 60 to 61 cm (outer shell size 88)

Please note: at XL, the outer shell is one size larger (86 to 88) than the smaller sizes. This is normal for this model and does not affect fit or safety performance.

Fitment and Compatibility

The Arai RX-7V Evo is a standalone helmet product and is not specific to a single motorcycle make or model. It is road-legal across all ECE 22.06 markets and FIM-approved for use in competition. Suitable for all motorcycle disciplines where a full-face helmet is required.

Specifications

Model RX-7V Evo
SKU 137-0294
Colour / Finish Samurai
Homologation ECE 22.06
Helmet Type Premium full-face / road and race-oriented use
Shell Material Fiberglass composite
Weight approx. 1,550 g ± 50 g
Visor VAS MAX Vision visor, Pinlock-prepared / anti-fog insert included
Bluetooth / Intercom Compatible Yes, conditionally compatible (SHARP lists communication system compatibility for RX-7V EVO)
Suitable for Glasses Wearers Not ideally — limited suitability due to sportingly close race-fit geometry
What's includedEverything in the box
  • 1x helmet
  • 1x Pinlock insert
  • Additional accessories (helmet bag, visor mechanism care oil, chin curtain, breath deflector)
FitmentBy head size — not by bike
03 · Build your Kit

The kit studio.

Everything fits the Arai RX-7V Evo
Visors · 7
Arai VAS-V MV Shield Visor Mirror Blue+ KM 188,00
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Arai VAS-V MV Shield Visor Mirror Silver+ KM 188,00
Arai VAS-V 2D Visor Light Tinted+ KM 94,00
Arai VAS-V 2D Visor Clear+ KM 94,00
Arai VAS-V 2D Visor Tinted+ KM 94,00
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04 · The Inter-Pace Rating

Rated. Certified. Lit.

All 85 points of the racing matrix were assessable
Rated in 2 categoriesRacing 84Sport 82
iP84/100RECOMMENDED Drag to spin
The Inter-Pace Rating
0/100
0507085100
RecommendedFive SHARP stars, and heavy with it
P6 on our racing grid · 22 rivals in scrutineering · rated 2026-09-02
Entry 0–49 · Solid 50–69 · Recommended 70–84 · Benchmark 85–100
ECE 22.06 · FIM FRHPhe · SHARP 5/5 · EQRS · MIPS · DOUBLE-D · 1,568 G · PINLOCK · PB-SNC2 FIBREGLASS COMPOSITE · ECE 22.06 · FIM FRHPhe · SHARP 5/5 · EQRS · MIPS · DOUBLE-D · 1,568 G · PINLOCK · PB-SNC2 FIBREGLASS COMPOSITE ·

“The only helmet here with five SHARP stars, and the ventilation is genuinely the best of the traditional shells. You pay for it in weight — 1,568 g is a lot after two sessions — and the long-oval interior will not suit every rider.”

— the Inter-Pace crew
Homologation14/15
ECE 22.06 street homologation8/8
FIM FRHPhe racing homologation6/7
The rare double — road & racetrack

ECE 22.06 and FIM — plus five SHARP stars, rare here.

Safety equipment9/10
Multi-density EPS liner2/2
EQRS emergency release system2/2
double-d closure2/2
3 shell sizes1/2
Rotational-impact system (MIPS or equivalent)2/2

Double-D, emergency release, hand-laid PB-SNC2 shell.

Ventilation7/7
Vents operable with gloves on2/2
Airflow in independent reviews5/5

Reviewers call the airflow the strongest thing about it.

Aero & stability9/10
Aerodynamic spoiler / stabiliser2/2
Wind-tunnel developed2/2
Stability at speed in reviews5/6

Smooth shell, no snag points — Arai's long-standing rule.

Weight2/5
1,568 g measured2/5

1,568 g — the heaviest carbon-free shell in this field.

Wind noise3/5
Wind noise at motorway speed2/3
100 dB measured1/2

100 dB at 130 km/h, quiet for how heavily vented it is.

Interior comfort9/10
Fully removable lining2/2
Washable lining2/2
3 cheek-pad thicknesses1/1
Comfort in independent reviews4/5

Peel-away padding lets you shape the fit over time.

Fit range4/5
6 sizes2/2
3 shell sizes across the range1/2
long-oval head shape1/1

Long-oval only — it does not suit every head.

Character5/5
full-face — built for racing3/3
PB-SNC2 fibreglass composite2/2

The traditionalist's race helmet, still hand-made.

Price positioning7/10
Delivered quality against its price in this class7/10
759 € — Upper class

Old-school engineering, priced accordingly.

Certification
ECE 22.06 street homologation
FIM FRHPhe-01 racing homologation
Double-homologated — road & grid
Price-class
EntryBasicMid-rangePremiumKM 1.475,00High classHigh-endFlagship

759 € — High class. Hover the bar for each range. Value is scored against the racing field, not in the abstract.

Safety & tests
FIM racing homologationSource
FRHPhe-01 · homologatedGrid-legal — the racing standard almost no street helmet carries
SHARP impact rating5/5 stars
CERTIMOOV protocolawaiting · not counted
Crew scrutineering
How this rating is made: crew scrutineering, cross-checked against Champion Helmets Champion Helmets Champion Helmets Champion Helmets Bennetts BikeSocial Tests count only when a result exists — never a penalty
The race-helmet gridmint = this helmet
90/100 P1 Shoei X-SPR PRO FIMBenchmark · gap —
89/100 P2 Shoei X-SPR PRO FIM 2Benchmark · gap −1
87/100 P3 Shark Aeron GP FIM 2Benchmark · gap −3
86/100 P4 Suomy S1-XR GPBenchmark · gap −4
85/100 P5 MT-Helmets KRE 2 PLUS FIM Racing #2Benchmark · gap −5
84/100 P6 Arai RX-7V FIMRecommended · gap −6You’re viewing
84/100 P7 Shark Aeron GP FIMRecommended · gap −6
83/100 P8 Arai RX-7V FIM 2Recommended · gap −7
82/100 P9 Airoh GP 800 FIMRecommended · gap −8
82/100 P10 NHK Helmet GP-R TechRecommended · gap −8
81/100 P11 Alpinestars Supertech R10Recommended · gap −9
81/100 P12 Just1 J-GPRRecommended · gap −9
81/100 P13 LS2 FF805 Thunder FIMRecommended · gap −9
81/100 P14 Nexx X.R3R Pro FIM EvoRecommended · gap −9
80/100 P15 KYT KX-1Recommended · gap −10
Radar · head to head

RX-7V FIM vs

RX-7V FIM · 84 · 0
Full comparison — Matrix · Radar · Duel — lives on slide 05.
05 · Compare

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RX-7V FIM84/100Recommended
VS
0/100
Pick your challenger — every bar re-fights instantly
How these ratings are made: Inter-Pace crew scrutineering, cross-checked against Champion Helmets Champion Helmets Champion Helmets Champion Helmets Bennetts BikeSocial SHARP / CERTIMOOV count only when results exist.
06 · Complete the look

Head to toe.

Auto-matched to this helmet's sector — Racing
Head to toeAuto-filled from the Racing sector
01HEADDone — the reason you’re here
Arai RX-7V Evo Helmet Samurai
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