Shark Skwal Cup full-face helmet Dark Shadow Dual Finish black HE6500
ECE 22.06
1,587 gECE 22.06
02 · Data & docs

The facts.

Technical data
BrandShark
ModelSkwal Cup
Part numberHE6500
CertificationECE 22.06
Shell materialPolycarbonate
Weight1,587 g (±50 g)
VisorOptical Class 1, scratch-resistant, UV-resistant, Pinlock included
Interior liningAlveotec, antibacterial, removable and washable
ClosureDouble-D ring
ColourDark Shadow Dual Finish black
DescriptionThe whole story▼

For riders who want a helmet that works as hard on a Saturday morning run as it does commuting mid-week, the Shark Skwal Cup in Dark Shadow Dual Finish delivers ECE 22.06-certified safety, wind-tunnel aerodynamics and a full comfort package — all without asking you to break the bank or compromise on style.

Key Features

  • ECE 22.06 certified — meets the latest European safety standard for road use
  • Lightweight polycarbonate shell at just 1,587 g (±50 g), available in two shell sizes for a compact, proportionate fit across the size range
  • Optical Class 1 visor — scratch-resistant, UV-protected and supplied with a Pinlock insert for fog-free vision in cold or wet conditions
  • Integrated drop-down sun visor operated by a slider on the crown, operable with gloves on
  • Alveotec interior lining — antibacterial, breathable, fully removable and machine washable
  • Speaker pockets and spectacle-friendly cheek pad cut-outs make this an easy everyday helmet to live with
  • Double-D retaining ring closure — the racing-proven fastening system trusted for its reliability

Aerodynamics and Ventilation

The Skwal Cup's shell was developed with aerodynamic stability firmly in mind. An integrated rear spoiler smooths airflow at higher speeds, reducing buffeting and keeping the helmet planted on long motorway stretches. The ventilation circuit pairs a top-crown intake and a chin vent with multiple rear exhaust ports, keeping fresh air moving across your head and preventing heat build-up during summer touring or sustained sport riding.

  • 1x top-crown vent
  • 1x chin vent
  • Multiple rear exhaust ports for efficient airflow

A noise-reducing perimeter seal and chin curtain cut wind noise at the visor and lower shell, making the Skwal Cup noticeably quieter than many helmets in its class — a real benefit on longer outings.

Comfort and Interior

The Alveotec comfort liner is the heart of the Skwal Cup's everyday appeal. Soft against the skin, moisture-wicking and antibacterial, it keeps the interior fresh over high-mileage weeks. When wash day arrives, the full liner pulls out cleanly and goes straight in the machine. Cheek pad cut-outs accommodate most prescription spectacle frames without pressure points, while dedicated speaker cavities mean integrating a Bluetooth intercom system is straightforward.

A breath deflector fitted to the chin bar directs exhaled air away from the visor, working alongside the Pinlock insert to maintain a clear view in changeable weather.

Dark Shadow Dual Finish — Design Detail

The HE6500 Dark Shadow Dual Finish colourway layers deep black tones with a dual-finish surface treatment — the contrast between matte and gloss sections gives the shell a graphic depth that reads as genuinely premium at a glance. The aerodynamic profile reinforces the sportiness of the design without resorting to loud graphics, making it a versatile choice across naked bikes, tourers and sportsbikes alike. This is a 2025–2026 collection helmet, so the finish is current rather than a carryover.

Fitment and Compatibility

The Shark Skwal Cup HE6500 is a full-face helmet suitable for all adult riders. It is not motorcycle-specific and fits any rider requiring a full-face helmet conforming to ECE 22.06. Select your size using the head circumference guide below, measured approximately 1 cm above the ears at the widest point of the skull.

Size Head circumference
XS 53–54 cm
S 55–56 cm
M 57–58 cm
L 59–60 cm
XL 61–62 cm
XXL 63–64 cm

Specifications

  • Brand: Shark
  • Model: Skwal Cup
  • Part number: HE6500
  • Certification: ECE 22.06
  • Shell material: polycarbonate
  • Shell sizes: 2
  • Weight: 1,587 g (±50 g)
  • Visor: Optical Class 1, scratch-resistant, UV-resistant, Pinlock included
  • Sun visor: integrated, manually operated
  • Interior: Alveotec, antibacterial, removable and washable
  • Closure: double-D ring
  • Spoiler: integrated, aerodynamically optimised
  • Colour: Dark Shadow Dual Finish black (HE6500)
  • Collection: 2025–2026
FitmentBy head size — not by bike▼
04 · The Inter-Pace Rating

Rated. Certified. Lit.

All 85 points of the sport matrix were assessable
Rated in 2 categoriesSport 64Street 64
iP64/100SOLID Drag to spin
The Inter-Pace Rating
0/100
0507085100
SolidDoes the job without drama
P30 on our sport grid · 29 rivals in scrutineering · rated 2026-09-27
Entry 0–49 · Solid 50–69 · Recommended 70–84 · Benchmark 85–100
ECE 22.06 ✓ · EQRS ✓ · MIPS ✓ · DOUBLE-D ✓ · 6 VENTS ✓ · 1,570 G ✓ · PINLOCK ✓ · SUN VISOR ✓ · THERMOPLASTIC SHELL WITH LED LIGHTING ✓ · ECE 22.06 ✓ · EQRS ✓ · MIPS ✓ · DOUBLE-D ✓ · 6 VENTS ✓ · 1,570 G ✓ · PINLOCK ✓ · SUN VISOR ✓ · THERMOPLASTIC SHELL WITH LED LIGHTING ✓ ·

“Scored 64 of 100 for sport riding. It is strongest on price positioning and gives up most on wind noise — every point traces back to a documented fact and its source.”

— the Inter-Pace crew
Homologation6/12
ECE 22.06 street homologation6/6
FIM FRHPhe racing homologation0/6

Approved to ECE 22.06.

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

Carries a rotational-impact system.

Aero & stability5/10
Aerodynamic spoiler / stabiliser2/2
Wind-tunnel developed — not listed0/2
Stability at speed in reviews3/6

Stable enough at speed.

Ventilation5/9
6 vent ports2/3
Vents operable with gloves on2/2
Airflow in independent reviews1/4

Airflow is modest.

Vision & visor7/8
Pinlock anti-fog lens included3/3
Tear-off posts1/1
Photochromic visor available1/1
standard eyeport2/3

Pinlock anti-fog lens is included.

Wind noise2/7
Wind noise at motorway speed2/7

Louder than most.

Interior comfort4/8
Fully removable lining — not listed0/2
Washable lining1/1
Comfort in independent reviews3/5

Comfortable over shorter rides.

Weight2/5
1,570 g measured2/5

1,570 g — on the heavy side for this class.

Fit range4/5
6 sizes2/2
2 shell sizes across the range1/2
intermediate head shape1/1

Suits a intermediate head shape.

Price positioning10/10
Delivered quality against its price in this class10/10
239 € — Basic

Basic bracket in the sport field.

Certification
ECE 22.06 street homologation
Price-class
Entry$351.19BasicMid-rangePremiumHigh classHigh-endFlagship

239 € — Basic. Hover the bar for each range. Value is scored against the sport field, not in the abstract.

Safety & tests
SHARP impact ratingawaiting · not counted
CERTIMOOV protocolawaiting · not counted
Crew scrutineering
How this rating is made: crew scrutineering, cross-checked against Honest John webBikeWorld RideApart TheBikeMarket SHARP Tests count only when a result exists — never a penalty
The race-helmet gridmint = this helmet
90/100 P1 Shoei X-SPR PRO FIM 2Benchmark · gap —
89/100 P2 Shoei X-SPR PRO FIMBenchmark · gap −1
81/100 P3 AGV K6 SRecommended · gap −9
81/100 P4 Arai RX-7V FIMRecommended · gap −9
81/100 P5 Arai RX-7V FIM 2Recommended · gap −9
80/100 P6 AGV Pista GP R3Recommended · gap −10
79/100 P7 Alpinestars Supertech R10Recommended · gap −11
78/100 P8 Nexx X.R3R Pro FIM EvoRecommended · gap −12
78/100 P9 Nolan X-804 RS UltraRecommended · gap −12
77/100 P10 Airoh GP 800 FIMRecommended · gap −13
77/100 P11 Just1 J-GPRRecommended · gap −13
76/100 P12 LS2 FF805 Thunder GP ProRecommended · gap −14
76/100 P13 Nexx X.R3RRecommended · gap −14
76/100 P14 Shark Aeron GP FIM 2Recommended · gap −14
74/100 P15 Arai RX-7V ECE onlyRecommended · gap −16
64/100 P30 Shark Skwal CupSolid · gap −26You’re viewing
Radar · head to head

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06 · Complete the look

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