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

The facts.

Technical data
ModelRX-7V Evo
SKU137-243
Colour / FinishTatsuki
HomologationECE 22.06
Helmet TypePremium full-face / road and race-oriented use
ShellFiberglass composite
Weightapprox. 1,550 g ± 50 g
VisorVAS MAX Vision visor, Pinlock anti-fog insert preparation included
Intercom CompatibilityConditionally compatible (SHARP lists communication system compatibility for RX-7V Evo)
Suitable for Glasses WearersNot ideally — conditionally suitable due to close race fit
DescriptionThe whole story

Wearing the Arai RX-7V Evo Tatsuki from dawn to dusk demands nothing less than a helmet engineered for hours of confidence on road or circuit. The RX-7V Evo is the evolved successor to Arai's flagship RX-7V, refined to meet the rigorous ECE 22.06 standard and carrying FIM homologation for those who take track days as seriously as the morning commute. Its race-inspired Tatsuki graphic — finished in a striking matte livery — makes it unmistakable in the paddock or at the lights.

Key Features

  • Certified to ECE 22.06 and FIM homologated, meeting the highest road and competition safety standards currently in force.
  • Fiberglass composite shell delivers an excellent strength-to-weight ratio, keeping the helmet around 1,550 g for reduced neck fatigue on longer stints.
  • Redesigned cheek pads in the Evo revision route the lateral air channels to the rear of the pad, freeing up interior space for a more natural, all-day fit.
  • VAS MAX Vision visor provides an exceptional field of view in all seasons, and ships with a Pinlock anti-fog insert already included so you are ready for cold morning rides from day one.
  • Fully removable and washable interior, now constructed from Eco Pure material, keeps the helmet fresh through back-to-back riding days.
  • Double-D-ring retention system — the benchmark closure for serious riders — for a secure, rattle-free fit at any speed.
  • Backed by a 5-year Arai guarantee, reflecting the brand's confidence in long-term durability.

All-Day Comfort and Fit

Where the original RX-7V already earned a devoted following for its anatomically considered race fit, the Evo takes that foundation further. The revised cheek pad geometry works in concert with the repositioned air channels to open up interior volume without sacrificing the snug hold that matters at speed. Arai's Eco Pure liner is hypoallergenic and moisture-wicking, so the helmet stays cool and dry whether you are threading through traffic or completing a full track session. The fit runs to a sporting race cut — it is worth noting that glasses wearers may find the close profile a challenge, and trying before buying is recommended.

Shell and Construction

The outer shell is hand-laid fiberglass composite, a construction Arai has refined over decades. The smooth, rounded profile is not merely aesthetic: it is designed to deflect and redirect impact energy rather than absorb it in a single point. At approximately 1,550 g, the RX-7V Evo sits firmly in the performance full-face category. Note that the XL shell steps up one size (shell size 86 to 88), which is standard practice to maintain interior geometry across the size run.

Ventilation and Visor

The VAS MAX Vision shield is one of the widest-aperture visors in the Arai range, reducing peripheral blind spots and improving situational awareness at road speeds. The Pinlock-prepared mount means the included anti-fog insert fits directly — no adapter required. The visor mechanism has been refined in the Evo iteration and Arai supply a small quantity of visor mechanism care oil in the box to keep the action smooth season after season.

Fitment and Size Guide

The Arai RX-7V Evo Tatsuki is available in the following head circumference ranges:

  • XS — 53-54 cm
  • S — 55-56 cm
  • M — 57-58 cm
  • L — 59 cm
  • XL — 60-61 cm (outer shell steps up from size 86 to 88)

If you are between sizes, size down for a race fit or up for longer touring comfort. Arai's race-oriented interior will loosen slightly with wear.

Specifications

Model RX-7V Evo
SKU 137-243
Colour / Finish Tatsuki
Homologation ECE 22.06
Helmet Type Premium full-face / road and race-oriented use
Shell Fiberglass composite
Weight approx. 1,550 g ± 50 g
Visor VAS MAX Vision visor, Pinlock anti-fog insert included
Intercom Compatibility Conditionally compatible (SHARP lists communication system compatibility for RX-7V Evo)
Suitable for Glasses Wearers Not ideally — conditionally suitable due to close race fit
What's includedEverything in the box
  • 1x helmet
  • 1x Pinlock anti-fog 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.

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Arai VAS-V MV Shield Visor Mirror Silver+ CFA62,900
Arai VAS-V 2D Visor Light Tinted+ CFA31,500
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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-rangePremiumCFA494,100High 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

Compare the grid.

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

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