Nexx X.R3R full-face racing helmet in Swirl Carbon Red Silver colourway
ECE
⟲ 360° — drag me
1,350 g6 Vents
02 · Data & docs

The facts.

Technical data
BrandNexx
ModelX.R3R Swirl Carbon Red Silver
Part Number01XR323489023
Shell MaterialX-PRO carbon fibre (over 60% carbon fibre content)
Weightapprox. 1,350 g ± 50 g
CertificationECE 22-06
Ventilation6 intake vents, 4 exhaust vents, Speed-Flow chin ventilation
VisorLexan-PC, scratch-resistant, X-LOCK magnetic closure
Interior LinerX-Mart Dry — breathable, antibacterial, removable and washable
Retention SystemDouble-D-ring
DescriptionThe whole story▼

The Nexx X.R3R in Swirl Carbon Red Silver is a helmet built around a singular design philosophy: let the material speak first. Exposed carbon weave, sweeping swirl graphics in red and silver, and a silhouette refined in the wind tunnel combine to produce one of the most visually arresting helmets in the X.R3R range — and one of the most technically accomplished.

Key Features

  • X-PRO carbon shell constructed from over 60% carbon fibre — exceptional rigidity at minimal weight, approximately 1,350 g ± 50 g
  • Race-tuned aerodynamics with an integrated spoiler, near-zero dynamic lift at speed and minimal turbulence for a stable, composed ride at high velocity
  • Air Dynamic System: 6 intake vents and 4 exhaust vents with Speed-Flow chin ventilation for balanced, vibration-free airflow
  • Wide-aperture Lexan-PC visor with scratch-resistant coating, X-LOCK magnetic closure and distortion-free optics
  • X-Mart Dry interior liner — breathable, antibacterial, ergonomically shaped, and fully removable and washable
  • ECE 22-06 certified, Double-D-ring retention, Emergency Strap System for rapid liner removal, and a multi-layer energy-absorbing shell

Design, Finish and Heritage

Nexx has always treated the surface of the X.R3R as a canvas rather than an afterthought. The Swirl Carbon Red Silver colourway takes that approach to its logical extreme: the raw carbon structure is left visible across the crown and sides, framed by flowing swirl lines that move between deep red and polished silver. The result is a graphic identity with real kinetic energy — colour that appears to shift as the light catches it — rooted in Nexx's motorsport heritage and their long-standing commitment to in-house design.

Three separate shell sizes are used across the size run, meaning the helmet's proportions stay correct whether you order an XS or an XXL. That attention to detail is what separates a purpose-built racing helmet from an off-the-shelf compromise.

Aerodynamics and Structural Performance

The X-PRO shell is shaped to generate near-zero dynamic weight in the airstream, so the helmet does not fight you at motorway pace or on a fast open road. The integrated rear spoiler adds further stability, suppressing lift and reducing the micro-vibrations that cause fatigue on longer runs. With reduced air turbulence around the chin and nape, the X.R3R stays planted and quiet precisely when composure matters most.

Ventilation

Six intakes draw fresh air across the crown, brow and chin, while four exhaust ports evacuate warm air from the rear. The Speed-Flow chin vent delivers a focused stream directly across the face, keeping the interior comfortable in high summer and during hard, sustained riding. Airflow distribution is designed to be even, avoiding the hot spots and whistling that plague less carefully engineered lids.

Visor and Visibility

The oversized Lexan-PC visor gives a wide field of view with no peripheral restriction. The scratch-resistant surface maintains optical clarity over time, and the X-LOCK magnetic closure allows one-handed operation at the roadside or in the pits. The visor seats flush with zero distortion across the full viewing area — a detail that matters acutely when reading the road at speed.

Safety

The X.R3R meets ECE 22-06 — the current European standard — and backs its certification with a Double-D-ring chin strap, a multi-layer energy-absorbing shell, and Nexx's Emergency Strap System, which allows paramedics to remove the interior padding without disturbing the rider's head or neck in a first-response scenario.

Interior Comfort

The X-Mart Dry liner works at twice the drying rate of conventional fabrics. Its antibacterial treatment keeps the interior fresh through extended use, the ergonomic cut distributes pressure evenly around the head, and the entire assembly comes out in seconds for machine washing. Whether the day involves a track session, a long tour or a city commute, the interior stays comfortable throughout.

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 of the two.

Specifications

  • Brand: Nexx
  • Model: X.R3R Swirl Carbon Red Silver
  • Part number: 01XR323489023
  • Shell material: X-PRO carbon fibre (over 60% carbon fibre content)
  • Weight: approx. 1,350 g ± 50 g
  • Certification: ECE 22-06
  • Ventilation: 6 intakes, 4 exhausts, Speed-Flow chin vent
  • Visor material: Lexan-PC (scratch-resistant)
  • Visor closure: X-LOCK magnetic
  • Interior liner: X-Mart Dry (removable and washable)
  • Retention system: Double-D-ring
  • Shell sizes: 3 (across XS–XXL range)
  • Available sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL
FitmentBy head size — not by bike▼
03 · Build your Kit

The kit studio.

Everything fits the Nexx X.R3R Swirl Carbon Red Silver Full-Face Racing
Visors · 10
✓Nexx X.R3R Replacement Visor Tinted 80%+ €40,04
✓Nexx X.R3R Iridium Mirrored Gold Visor+ €40,04
✓Nexx X.R3R Iridium Mirrored Red Visor+ €40,04
✓Nexx X.R3R Iridium Visor+ €40,04
✓Nexx X.R3R Replacement Visor Iridium Mirrored Silver+ €40,04
✓Nexx X.R3R Photochromic Visor with Transitions Smart Light Technology+ €182,61
✓Nexx X.R3R Clear Visor+ €40,04
✓Nexx X.R3R Helmet Visor in Yellow+ €40,04
✓Nexx X.R3R Replacement Visor Rose Tint+ €40,04
✓Nexx X.R3R Visor Tinted 60%+ €40,04
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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€434,28PremiumHigh 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
90/100 P1 Shoei X-SPR PRO FIMBenchmark · gap —
90/100 P2 Shoei X-SPR PRO FIM 2Benchmark · gap —
87/100 P3 AGV Pista GP R3Benchmark · gap −3
86/100 P4 Suomy S1-XR GPBenchmark · gap −4
84/100 P5 Arai RX-7V FIMRecommended · gap −6
84/100 P6 Arai RX-7V FIM 2Recommended · gap −6
84/100 P7 Shark Aeron GP FIM 2Recommended · gap −6
83/100 P8 Nexx X.R3R Pro FIM EvoRecommended · gap −7
82/100 P9 Airoh GP 800 FIMRecommended · gap −8
81/100 P10 Alpinestars Supertech R10Recommended · gap −9
81/100 P11 Just1 J-GPRRecommended · gap −9
81/100 P12 LS2 FF805 Thunder GP ProRecommended · gap −9
81/100 P13 MT-Helmets KRE 2 PLUS FIM Racing #2Recommended · gap −9
80/100 P14 KYT KX-1Recommended · gap −10
80/100 P15 Nolan X-804 RS UltraRecommended · gap −10
79/100 P16 Nexx X.R3RRecommended · gap −11You’re viewing
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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