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| Part Number | NHKGPBalineseGaruda |
|---|---|
| Shell Material | AFRC (Advanced Fiberglass Reinforced Composite) — glass fibre reinforcement in epoxy resin matrix |
| Approval | FIM homologated |
| Weight | 1,500 g ± 50 g (size M) |
| Colour | Balinese Garuda |
| Finish | Matte |
| Retention System | Double D-ring |
| Shell Sizes | 5 outer shell sizes, 9 inner shell sizes, 12 helmet sizes (XXXS–XXL) |
| Included | Helmet, clear visor, PinLock insert |
DescriptionThe whole story▼
Built to the exacting standards demanded by FIM homologation, the NHK GP-R Tech Race in the striking Balinese Garuda livery is a masterclass in race helmet engineering. The Advanced Fiberglass Reinforced Composite (AFRC) shell — a precision matrix of epoxy polymer and high-tensile glass fibres — delivers a rigidity-to-weight balance that serious track riders will immediately appreciate, all finished in a purposeful matte paint that resists minor abrasion and looks as sharp at 200 km/h as it does in the pit lane.
Key Features
- FIM-homologated AFRC shell available in five shell sizes, twelve helmet sizes and nine inner shell sizes for a genuinely precise, tailored fit
- 4D-Air ventilation system engineered for optimal airflow, drawing on aerodynamic development carried out in MotoGP competition classes
- Flat visor with Wide Angle View geometry expands the rider's peripheral vision on track and road alike
- PinLock and Tear-off ready visor with a fully mechanical, tool-free exchange mechanism for rapid swaps between sessions
- Emergency cheek pad removal system and double D-ring retention strap for maximum safety in the event of a crash
- Removable and fully washable interior liner with premium comfort padding, glasses-compatible design and preparation for a hydration (Camel-Bag) system
Shell Construction and Materials
The GP-R Tech Race shell is fabricated from AFRC — Advanced Fiberglass Reinforced Composite — a hybrid material in which glass fibre reinforcement is embedded in an epoxy resin matrix. The result is a shell that distributes impact energy effectively while remaining noticeably light for its category. Five discreet shell sizes span the full twelve-helmet-size range, so the geometry around your head is never compromised by an oversized or undersized outer structure. Pair that with nine inner shell sizes and it becomes clear why NHK positions the GP-R Tech Race as a genuinely fitted race helmet rather than a one-shell-fits-all compromise.
Aerodynamics and Ventilation
Every surface of the GP-R Tech Race has been refined in a wind tunnel and validated against the aerodynamic demands of MotoGP-class racing. The 4D-Air ventilation system channels fresh air through the shell and across the rider's head with minimal turbulence, keeping core temperature down during sustained high-speed running. The matte Balinese Garuda finish contributes a subtly textured surface that manages boundary-layer airflow, reducing lift and instability at speed.
Visor System
The flat visor geometry broadens the visual field compared with strongly curved alternatives, reducing optical distortion at the periphery — a real advantage when tracking apexes or monitoring mirrors at race pace. The 100% mechanical visor system requires no tools and no additional clips to remove or install the visor. The lens ships PinLock-ready (PinLock insert included) and accepts standard tear-off strips for wet-weather or dusty conditions.
Comfort and Practicality
The removable interior liner uses premium-grade materials that draw moisture away from the skin and can be taken out, machine washed and refitted in minutes — essential hygiene for anyone spending multiple sessions inside the same helmet. The cheek pads incorporate an emergency extraction tab that allows medical personnel to remove the helmet safely without compromising the rider's neck. A pre-routed hydration port accepts a standard Camel-Bag drinking tube, and the shell profile accommodates corrective spectacles without pressure points.
Fitment and Sizing Guide
The NHK GP-R Tech Race is a universal full-face race helmet suitable for road and circuit use wherever FIM homologation is accepted. To determine your size, wrap a soft tape measure approximately 1 cm above the ears around the widest part of the skull.
- XXXS — 50–51 cm
- XXS — 52–53 cm
- XSS — 54–55 cm
- XS — 53–54 cm
- S — 55–56 cm
- SM — 56–57 cm
- M — 57–58 cm
- ML — 58–59 cm
- L — 59–60 cm
- LXL — 59–60 cm
- XL — 60–61 cm
- XXL — 61–62 cm
Specifications
- Part number: NHKGPBalineseGaruda
- Shell material: AFRC (Advanced Fiberglass Reinforced Composite) — glass fibre in epoxy resin matrix
- Approval: FIM homologated
- Weight: 1,500 g ± 50 g (size M)
- Colour: Balinese Garuda
- Finish: matte
- Retention system: double D-ring strap
- Anti-fog visor: yes (PinLock insert included)
- Removable liner: yes
- Shell sizes: 5 outer / 9 inner
- Helmet sizes: 12 (XXXS–XXL)
- Camel-Bag preparation: yes
- Glasses compatible: yes
What's includedEverything in the box▼
- 1x NHK GP-R Tech Race helmet
- 1x clear visor
- 1x PinLock insert
FitmentBy head size — not by bike▼
The kit studio.
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“Five shell sizes is more than Shoei or Arai offer here, and the FIM homologation is real. NHK is the unfamiliar name on this list, and the ventilation is the weakest part — everything else holds up against helmets costing more.”
— the Inter-Pace crewFIM homologated, and ECE 22.06 for the road.
Double-D ring and an AFRC composite shell.
The 4D-Air system is adequate rather than remarkable.
Wind-tunnel tested in MotoGP classes.
1,500 g — mid-pack for a composite race shell.
Average for a race helmet.
Removable and washable; nothing more claimed.
Five shell sizes — more than most here.
A genuine grid helmet from a smaller name.
FIM homologation and five shells for 620 €.
620 € — Premium. Hover the bar for each range. Value is scored against the racing field, not in the abstract.
GP-R Tech vs —
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| 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 € | €520,80 | €839,50 | 440,10 € | 679,15 € | €530,08 | 579,47 € | 527,99 € | 509,00 € | 449,96 € | 359,96 € | 431,20 € | 509,15 € | 879,20 € | 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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