Nexx X.R3R Apex Carbon Schwarz full-face racing helmet, gloss black carbon finish
ECE
⟲ 360° — drag me
1,350 g6 Vents
02 · Data & docs

The facts.

Technical data
BrandNexx
ModelX.R3R Apex Carbon Schwarz
Part number01XR323512376
Shell materialX-PRO Carbon (over 60% carbon fibre)
Weightapprox. 1,350 g ± 50 g
CertificationECE 22-06
Ventilation6 intake vents / 4 exhaust outlets, Air Dynamic System with Speed-Flow chin ventilation
VisorLexan-PC scratch-resistant, X-LOCK magnetic closure, wide field of view
Interior liningX-Mart Dry — antibacterial, breathable, removable and washable, Emergency Strap System
DescriptionThe whole story▼

Raw carbon, pure black, zero compromise — the Nexx X.R3R in Apex Carbon Schwarz is a racing helmet built around a deep, gloss carbon finish that speaks before the engine does. Born from genuine motorsport engineering and shaped for riders who demand both presence and performance, this is a helmet whose design is as purposeful as its protection.

Key Features

  • X-PRO Carbon shell with over 60% carbon fibre content — approx. 1,350 g ± 50 g for effortless, fatigue-free riding
  • Near-zero dynamic weight aerodynamic profile with spoiler geometry — rock-solid stability at speed with reduced vibration and turbulence
  • Air Dynamic System: 6 intake vents and 4 exhaust outlets with directed Speed-Flow chin ventilation for genuine airflow management
  • High-Visibility visor in scratch-resistant Lexan-PC with X-LOCK magnetic closure — wide, undistorted field of view
  • ECE 22-06 certified with Double-D-Ring buckle plus magnetic retention and Emergency Strap System for rapid liner release
  • X-Mart Dry interior lining: antibacterial, breathable, twice-as-fast drying, fully removable and washable with ergonomic pressure relief
  • Three shell sizes for a precise, proportionate fit across the full size range

Design, Finish and Heritage

The Apex Carbon Schwarz colourway is not a painted surface pretending to be carbon — it is the shell itself, left to speak in its natural deep-black weave under a gloss lacquer that amplifies every fibre. The result is a helmet that carries the visual authority of genuine racing provenance without relying on graphics or decals. Nexx developed the X.R3R with track use firmly in mind, and that lineage is written into every curve of the aerodynamic spoiler tail and the tight, purposeful lines of the shell.

Where many helmets borrow the language of motorsport, the X.R3R earns it. The combination of an X-PRO Carbon construction and this unadorned dark finish gives the helmet a presence that is simultaneously understated and commanding — the choice of riders who let the hardware do the talking.

Aerodynamics and Shell Engineering

At high road and track speeds, helmet stability is not a luxury — it is a safety and concentration issue. The X.R3R shell has been tuned aerodynamically to produce near-zero dynamic weight, meaning the helmet does not fight you as speed increases. The spoiler-profile shape channels air cleanly over the shell, reducing lift and minimising the micro-vibrations that accumulate into fatigue on longer stints. The vibration-optimised airflow channels work with the structure rather than against it, keeping buffeting to a minimum even in exposed riding positions.

Air Dynamic System Ventilation

Six intake vents feed fresh air into the helmet and four exhaust outlets draw it through and away, creating active circulation rather than static airflow. The directed Speed-Flow chin ventilation targets the lower face — one of the most heat-sensitive areas on a hard-working rider. Even in summer heat or during extended sessions, the Air Dynamic System keeps the interior environment genuinely comfortable rather than merely tolerable.

Visor and Visibility

The High-Visibility visor is manufactured in scratch-resistant Lexan-PC and offers an extra-wide field of view with no optical distortion at the edges. The X-LOCK magnetic closure mechanism allows single-handed, gloved visor changes with a secure, rattle-free lock in every position. Clear, accurate vision is foundational to riding safely — the X.R3R visor is engineered accordingly.

Safety Systems

The X.R3R meets ECE 22-06, the current European homologation standard for motorcycle helmets. The Double-D-Ring retention buckle includes magnetic pre-positioning for one-handed fastening, and the Emergency Strap System allows first responders to remove the interior padding rapidly without compromising the rider's safety. The inner structure is engineered for high-energy absorption across the full impact zone.

Interior Comfort

The X-Mart Dry liner dries at twice the rate of conventional liners, actively wicks moisture, and resists bacterial build-up — qualities that matter on long riding days or repeated track sessions. The padding is fully removable and machine washable, and the ergonomic shaping distributes contact pressure evenly to prevent hot spots on extended rides.

Size Guide

Head circumference (cm) Size
51–52 cm XXS
53–54 cm XS
55–56 cm S
57–58 cm M
59–60 cm L
61–62 cm XL
63–64 cm XXL

If your measurement falls between two sizes, select the larger size for the correct fitment.

Specifications

  • Brand: Nexx
  • Model: X.R3R Apex Carbon Schwarz
  • Part number: 01XR323512376
  • Shell material: X-PRO Carbon (60%+ carbon fibre)
  • Weight: approx. 1,350 g ± 50 g
  • Certification: ECE 22-06
  • Ventilation: 6 intakes / 4 outlets, Air Dynamic System with Speed-Flow chin vent
  • Visor: Lexan-PC, scratch-resistant, X-LOCK magnetic closure
  • Interior: X-Mart Dry, removable and washable, Emergency Strap System
  • Retention: Double-D-Ring with magnetic pre-positioning
  • Shell sizes: 3 (for proportionate fit across XS–XXL)
FitmentBy head size — not by bike▼
03 · Build your Kit

The kit studio.

Everything fits the Nexx X.R3R Apex Carbon Black Full-Face Racing
Visors · 10
✓Nexx X.R3R Replacement Visor Tinted 80%+ €47,65
✓Nexx X.R3R Iridium Mirrored Gold Visor+ €47,65
✓Nexx X.R3R Iridium Mirrored Red Visor+ €47,65
✓Nexx X.R3R Iridium Visor+ €47,65
✓Nexx X.R3R Replacement Visor Iridium Mirrored Silver+ €47,65
✓Nexx X.R3R Photochromic Visor with Transitions Smart Light Technology+ €217,30
✓Nexx X.R3R Clear Visor+ €47,65
✓Nexx X.R3R Helmet Visor in Yellow+ €47,65
✓Nexx X.R3R Replacement Visor Rose Tint+ €47,65
✓Nexx X.R3R Visor Tinted 60%+ €47,65
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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 79Sport 76
iP79/100RECOMMENDED Drag to spin
The Inter-Pace Rating
0/100
0507085100
RecommendedA helmet we stand behind
P16 on our racing grid · 23 rivals in scrutineering · rated 2026-09-27
Entry 0–49 · Solid 50–69 · Recommended 70–84 · Benchmark 85–100
ECE 22.06 ✓ · EQRS ✓ · DOUBLE-D ✓ · 10 VENTS ✓ · 1,350 G ✓ · PINLOCK ✓ · X-PRO CARBON (>60 % CARBON FIBRE) ✓ · ECE 22.06 ✓ · EQRS ✓ · DOUBLE-D ✓ · 10 VENTS ✓ · 1,350 G ✓ · PINLOCK ✓ · X-PRO CARBON (>60 % CARBON FIBRE) ✓ ·

“Scored 79 of 100 for racing riding. It is strongest on character and gives up most on homologation — every point traces back to a documented fact and its source.”

— the Inter-Pace crew
Homologation8/15
ECE 22.06 street homologation8/8
FIM FRHPhe racing homologation0/7

Approved to ECE 22.06.

Safety equipment7/10
Multi-density EPS liner2/2
EQRS emergency release system2/2
double-d closure2/2
3 shell sizes1/2
Rotational-impact system (MIPS or equivalent) — not listed0/2

Ventilation9/10
10 vent ports3/3
Vents operable with gloves on2/2
Airflow in independent reviews4/5

Reviewers rate the airflow highly.

Aero & stability7/8
Aerodynamic spoiler / stabiliser2/2
Stability at speed in reviews5/6

Holds a steady line at speed.

Weight4/5
1,350 g measured4/5

1,350 g — mid-weight for this class.

Wind noise3/5
Wind noise at motorway speed3/5

Average for the class.

Interior comfort7/8
Fully removable lining2/2
Washable lining1/1
Comfort in independent reviews4/5

Comfortable on long stints.

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

Suits a intermediate head shape.

Character5/5
full-face — built for racing3/3
X-PRO carbon (>60 % carbon fibre)2/2

A full-face helmet, built for racing.

Price positioning10/10
Delivered quality against its price in this class10/10
509 € — Premium

Premium bracket in the racing field.

Certification
ECE 22.06 street homologation
Price-class
EntryBasicMid-range€516,79PremiumHigh classHigh-endFlagship

509 € — Premium. Hover the bar for each range. Value is scored against the racing 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 Nexx official X.R3R product page webBikeWorld itsbetterontheroad motofactoryparts SHARP helmet database index Tests count only when a result exists — never a penalty
The race-helmet gridmint = this helmet
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Radar · head to head

X.R3R vs —

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How these ratings are made: Inter-Pace crew scrutineering, cross-checked against Nexx official X.R3R product page webBikeWorld itsbetterontheroad motofactoryparts SHARP helmet database index SHARP / CERTIMOOV count only when results exist.
06 · Complete the look

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