
The facts.
| Model | RX-7V Evo |
|---|---|
| SKU / Part Number | 137-0355 |
| Colour / Finish | Tsubasa Replica |
| Homologation | ECE 22.06 |
| Helmet Type / Intended Use | Premium full-face / road and racing use |
| Shell | Fibreglass composite |
| Weight | approx. 1,550 g ± 50 g |
| Visor | VAS MAX Vision visor, Pinlock ready / anti-fog insert |
| Bluetooth / Intercom Compatible | Conditionally compatible (SHARP lists 'Communication system compatibility' for RX-7V EVO) |
| Suitable for Glasses Wearers | Not recommended — sport-close race fit |
DescriptionThe whole story▼
Few helmets earn the reputation the Arai RX-7V Evo carries into the 2025 season, and the Tsubasa Replica edition earns its place at the top of that lineage through the quality of every material and the precision of every joint. Beneath its striking Tsubasa Replica livery — applied in a gloss finish that does justice to the original — lies a fibreglass-composite shell built to Arai's Rounder, Smoother, Stronger philosophy, where shell geometry is engineered to deflect and redirect impact energy rather than absorb it through brute mass alone.
Key Features
- ECE 22.06 homologated fibreglass-composite shell — one of the most demanding approvals in the world, achieved without compromise to Arai's own internal standards.
- VAS MAX Vision visor as standard — a larger-aperture shield that extends peripheral awareness on road and circuit alike, paired with a Pinlock anti-fog insert included in the box.
- Eco Pure interior liner — fully removable, machine washable and treated with antibacterial properties so the helmet stays as fresh as the day it arrived.
- Revised cheek pads with hook-and-loop retention — tool-free removal in seconds, making post-ride ventilation and emergency first-responder access genuinely straightforward.
- Repositioned lateral air channels — aerodynamic refinements over the outgoing RX-7V that reduce buffeting and improve stability at motorway and track speeds.
- Brain Protection System integrated into the shell construction — an additional layer of engineered protection working alongside the primary fibreglass structure.
Build Quality and Materials
The RX-7V Evo shell is hand-built in Japan using Arai's proprietary fibreglass-composite layup. The result is a shell that achieves a weight of approximately 1,550 g (± 50 g depending on size) while maintaining the structural integrity that Arai's racing pedigree demands. The Tsubasa Replica graphics are not stickers: they are laid beneath the gloss clear coat, giving the design the same longevity and depth you would expect from a factory race lid. The double-D ring closure is the only fastening system Arai fits to its racing helmets — a deliberate choice rooted in reliability under the most demanding conditions.
Visor and Aerodynamics
The VAS MAX Vision visor system offers a wider field of view than the previous-generation shield without introducing optical distortion at the edges. The included Pinlock insert creates a sealed air gap between the two lens surfaces, eliminating fogging in cold, wet or high-humidity conditions. The aerodynamic profile of the EVO shell has been revised specifically to keep the helmet planted at high speeds, reducing the neck fatigue that can build over a long track session or motorway ride.
Comfort and Long-Ride Usability
The race-oriented fit of the RX-7V Evo is cut closer than a touring helmet — it is designed to sit snugly with minimal internal movement, which translates directly into sharper aerodynamic performance and more consistent noise attenuation. Riders who wear prescription glasses should note that the sport-close fit makes OTG use difficult; this is a helmet built around performance rather than eyewear accommodation. Intercom and Bluetooth communication systems can be integrated, though compatibility varies by system — consult your communication system manufacturer before purchase. Arai backs the RX-7V Evo with a five-year warranty from date of purchase.
Fitment and Compatibility
The Arai RX-7V Evo Tsubasa Replica is a universal full-face helmet suitable for road and track use across all motorcycle categories. Size selection should be made using head circumference measured at the widest point:
- XS: 53–54 cm
- S: 55–56 cm
- M: 57–58 cm
- L: 59 cm
- XL: 60–61 cm
Note: at size XL, the outer shell steps up one shell size (86 to 88) to accommodate the larger interior volume correctly.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | RX-7V Evo |
| SKU | 137-0355 |
| Colour / Finish | Tsubasa Replica |
| Homologation | ECE 22.06 |
| Type | Premium full-face / road and racing use |
| Shell material | Fibreglass composite |
| Weight | approx. 1,550 g ± 50 g |
| Visor | VAS MAX Vision, Pinlock ready / anti-fog insert included |
| Bluetooth / Intercom | Conditionally compatible (check system compatibility before purchase) |
| Glasses friendly | Not recommended — sport-close race fit |
| Closure | Double-D ring |
| Interior liner | Eco Pure — removable and washable |
| Integrated sun visor | No |
| Warranty | 5 years |
| Collection | 2025 |
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▼
The kit studio.
Rated. Certified. Lit.
“The replicas carry ECE 22.06 alone. You keep the hand-laid shell, the five SHARP stars and the best ventilation of the traditional helmets — you lose the racing homologation, and at 879 € that is a lot to give up.”
— the Inter-Pace crewECE 22.06 only — but five SHARP stars behind it.
Double-D, emergency release, hand-laid PB-SNC2 shell.
Reviewers call the airflow the strongest thing about it.
Smooth shell, no snag points — Arai's long-standing rule.
1,568 g — the heaviest carbon-free shell in this field.
100 dB at 130 km/h, quiet for how heavily vented it is.
Peel-away padding lets you shape the fit over time.
Long-oval only — it does not suit every head.
The traditionalist's race helmet, still hand-made.
Old-school engineering, priced accordingly.
879 € — High class. Hover the bar for each range. Value is scored against the racing field, not in the abstract.
RX-7V ECE only vs —
Compare the grid.
| Shoei X-SPR PRO FIM90 | Shoei X-SPR PRO FIM 289 | Shark Aeron GP FIM 287 | Suomy S1-XR GP86 | MT-Helmets KRE 2 PLUS FIM Racing #285 | Arai RX-7V FIM84 | Shark Aeron GP FIM84 | Arai RX-7V FIM 283 | Airoh GP 800 FIM82 | NHK Helmet GP-R Tech82 | Alpinestars Supertech R1081 | Just1 J-GPR81 | LS2 FF805 Thunder FIM81 | Nexx X.R3R Pro FIM Evo81 | KYT KX-180 | Nolan X-804 RS Ultra80 | Nexx X.R3R79 | MT-Helmets KRE 2 PLUS78 | MT-Helmets KRE+ S78 | Airoh GP 800 ECE only77 | LS2 FF805 Thunder ECE only77 | Arai RX-7V ECE only75 | Shark Aeron74 | |
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| Inter-Pace Rating | 90/100 | 89/100 | 87/100 | 86/100 | 85/100 | 84/100 | 84/100 | 83/100 | 82/100 | 82/100 | 81/100 | 81/100 | 81/100 | 81/100 | 80/100 | 80/100 | 79/100 | 78/100 | 78/100 | 77/100 | 77/100 | 75/100 | 74/100 |
| Level | Benchmark | Benchmark | Benchmark | Benchmark | Benchmark | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended |
| Price | 799,00 € | 949,00 € | 899,25 € | 579,47 € | 629,96 € | 759,20 € | 965,99 € | 919,95 € | 639,20 € | 619,75 € | 999,00 € | 440,10 € | 679,15 € | 630,79 € | 579,47 € | 527,99 € | 509,00 € | 449,96 € | 359,96 € | 431,20 € | 509,15 € | FC2,015,000.00 | 671,99 € |
| Weight | 1,45 kg | 1,45 kg | 1,41 kg | 1,4 kg | 1,25 kg | 1,568 kg | 1,41 kg | 1,568 kg | 1,435 kg | 1,5 kg | 1,54 kg | 1,42 kg | 1,341 kg | 1,35 kg | 1,45 kg | 1,42 kg | 1,35 kg | 1,3 kg | 1,7 kg | 1,435 kg | 1,341 kg | 1,568 kg | 1,41 kg |
| ECE 22.06 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| FIM racing | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — | — |
| Pinlock incl. | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shell | AIM+ fibre matrix | AIM+ fibre matrix | COVA carbon and aramid (80 % / 20 %) | Tricarboco (carbon, fibreglass, aramid) | Carbon (MT-ULCS) | PB-SNC2 fibreglass composite | COVA carbon and aramid (80 % / 20 %) | PB-SNC2 fibreglass composite | HPC carbon | AFRC composite | Carbon multi-composite | 3K carbon | Carbon fibre with aramid | X-PRO carbon fibre composite | Tricomposite (carbon, fibreglass, aramid) | Ultra Carbon | X-PRO carbon (>60 % carbon fibre) | TRIC (tricomposite, MT-ULCS) | Carbon fibre | HPC carbon | Carbon fibre with aramid | PB-SNC2 fibreglass composite | COVA carbon and aramid (80 % / 20 %) |
| Ventilation | 10/10 | 10/10 | 10/10 | 9/10 | 6/10 | 10/10 | 10/10 | 10/10 | 10/10 | 7/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 8/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 6/10 | 9/10 | 10/10 | 9/10 | 10/10 | 10/10 |
| Comfort | 10/10 | 10/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 8/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 8/10 | 8/10 | 8/10 | 9/10 | 8/10 | 9/10 | 8/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 8/10 | 9/10 | 8/10 | 8/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 |
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