AGV K6 S full-face helmet in Karve matte black, grey and red colourway
ECE 22.06
360° — drag me
1,255 gECE 22.06
02 · Data & docs

The facts.

Technical data
ModelK6 S
SKU / Part Number2118395001024
Colour / FinishKarve Matte Black/Grey/Red
Certification / HomologationECE 22.06 (road approved)
Helmet Type / Intended UseFull-face / Road, Touring, Daily and Sporting Country Roads
ShellCarbon-Aramid Fibre / Carbon-Aramid Composite, 4 shell sizes, 5-density EPS
Weightapprox. 1,255 g (± 50 g)
VisorClear visor with Pinlock MaxVision 120 (included), scratch-resistant, Class 1 optics, approx. 190° horizontal / 85° vertical, visor lockable
Bluetooth / Intercom CompatibleYes – prepared/compatible with the AGV ARK communication system (Sena), incl. AGV accessory/adapter for K6 S
Glasses-FriendlyYes – glasses-friendly fit
DescriptionThe whole story

When you spend hours in the saddle, the helmet on your head matters as much as the bike beneath you. The AGV K6 S in the Karve Matte Black/Grey/Red colourway pairs a refined graphic language — muted grey tones and sharp red accents on a clean matte base — with a fit system and interior that genuinely earns its keep across a full day of riding. At approximately 1,255 g, its carbon-aramid composite shell disappears from your awareness long before the journey ends.

Key Features

  • Carbon-aramid composite shell across 4 shell sizes with 5-density EPS liner — optimal impact management without unnecessary mass
  • ECE 22.06 certified for road use — meeting the latest and most stringent homologation standard in Europe
  • DrySpeed, Shalimar and Ritmo interior fabrics with Microsense technology — moisture is wicked away instantly and the liner sits gently against skin all day
  • Fully removable and washable interior, with emergency-release cheek pads and integrated wind and nose deflectors for long-haul comfort
  • Glasses-friendly fit — a discrete channel accommodates temples without pressure points
  • Pinlock MaxVision 120 visor included — scratch-resistant, Class 1 optics, 190° horizontal and 85° vertical field of view, micro-opening system and visor lock
  • AGV ARK (Sena) Bluetooth intercom ready — prepared and compatible out of the box

Comfort, Interior and All-Day Wearability

The K6 S was engineered with long-distance riders firmly in mind. The multi-density EPS liner is shaped across four shell sizes so the foam thickness is consistent regardless of which size you choose — meaning the protection geometry is never compromised to accommodate a larger or smaller head. The interior lining combines DrySpeed fabric for rapid sweat absorption, Shalimar panels for softness against the cheeks, and Ritmo material across the crown. Microsense technology ensures the innermost layer sitting against your skin remains comfortable even when body temperature rises on a warm touring day. Emergency-release cheek pads allow first responders to remove the helmet safely without moving the neck.

Aerodynamics and Ventilation

AGV developed the K6 S shell geometry in a wind tunnel, with an integrated rear spoiler that reduces turbulence across a wide range of riding positions — whether you are tucked over a naked streetfighter or upright on a sportsbike. Five front air intakes channel fresh air across the EPS liner and out through one large rear exhaust vent, keeping the interior environment comfortable on both warm and cold days. Reflective details and a collarbone protection profile are integrated into the shell without compromising the clean Karve graphic.

Visor Technology

The wide-aperture visor delivers a 190° horizontal and 85° vertical field of view — notably wider than many competitors in this class. The included Pinlock MaxVision 120 insert eliminates fogging in cold or damp conditions. A patented quick-release mechanism allows visor changes without tools, and the micro-opening system lets you crack the visor for airflow at low speed without it lifting at pace. Scratch-resistant coating and Class 1 optical quality mean no distortion at the periphery.

Fastening and Security

A traditional double-D ring fastening system is retained — preferred by experienced riders for its absolute reliability and its compliance with track-day regulations. The visor lock secures the lens positively shut at speed, preventing unwanted lifting on fast open roads.

Fitment and Compatibility

The AGV K6 S Karve Matte Black/Grey/Red (SKU: 2118395001024) is a road-homologated full-face helmet suitable for street riding, touring, daily commuting and spirited country-road use. It is prepared and compatible with the AGV ARK communication system (Sena) using the dedicated AGV accessory adapter for the K6 S. The helmet is glasses-friendly and includes an integrated glasses channel across all sizes.

Size Guide

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

Specifications

Feature Detail
Design / Colour Karve Matte Black / Grey / Red
Material Carbon-Aramid (Composite Fibre)
Certification ECE 22.06
Interior DrySpeed, Shalimar and Ritmo, Microsense, washable
Fastening Double-D ring
Visor Pinlock 120XLT, scratch-resistant, Class 1, quick-release
Ventilation 5 front air intakes / 1 rear exhaust vent
Bluetooth ready Yes
Weight approx. 1,255 g (first shell size)
Warranty 2 years (extendable to 5 years with product registration)
What's includedEverything in the box
  • 1x Helmet
  • 1x Pinlock
  • Additional accessories (wind deflector, removable nose guard)
FitmentBy head size — not by bike
03 · Build your Kit

The kit studio.

Everything fits the AGV K6 S
Visors · 7
AGV K6 S / K6 Replacement Visor+ €74,40
AGV K6 S / K6 Iridium Silver Mirrored Visor+ €92,00
AGV K6 S / K6 Iridium Visor - Iridium Mirror Gold+ €92,00
AGV K6 S / K6 Replacement Visor - Iridium Blue Mirrored+ €92,00
AGV K6 S / K6 Photochromic Self-Tinting Adaptive Visor | 20KV32M1N156M005+ €120,00
AGV Visor K6 S / K6+ €74,40
AGV K6 S / K6 Clear VisorIncluded
AGV K6 S / K6 Clear Visor+ €66,40add a spare
Anti-fog · Race day · Carry · 1
AGV Max Pinlock 120 Anti-Fog Visor InsertIncluded
AGV Max Pinlock 120 Anti-Fog Visor Insert+ €33,60add a spare
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04 · The Inter-Pace Rating

Rated. Certified. Lit.

All 85 points of the sport matrix were assessable
Rated in 2 categoriesSport 81Street 83
iP81/100RECOMMENDED Drag to spin
The Inter-Pace Rating
0/100
0507085100
RecommendedThe light one that also tests well
P7 on our sport grid · 27 rivals in scrutineering · rated 2026-09-02
Entry 0–49 · Solid 50–69 · Recommended 70–84 · Benchmark 85–100
ECE 22.06 · SHARP 5/5 · EQRS · MIPS · DOUBLE-D · 9 VENTS · 1,298 G · PINLOCK · CARBON AND ARAMID FIBRE · ECE 22.06 · SHARP 5/5 · EQRS · MIPS · DOUBLE-D · 9 VENTS · 1,298 G · PINLOCK · CARBON AND ARAMID FIBRE ·

“Light enough that you stop noticing it, quiet by road-helmet standards and backed by the best crash-test result on this page. It gives up ground only on aerodynamics — this is a fast road helmet, not a race shell.”

— the Inter-Pace crew
Homologation6/12
ECE 22.06 street homologation6/6
FIM FRHPhe racing homologation0/6

ECE 22.06 — no racing homologation, and none needed.

Safety equipment10/10
Multi-density EPS liner2/2
EQRS emergency release system2/2
double-d closure2/2
4 shell sizes2/2
Rotational-impact system (MIPS or equivalent)2/2

Five SHARP stars, four shell sizes and a rotational system.

Aero & stability7/10
Aerodynamic spoiler / stabiliser — not listed0/2
Wind-tunnel developed2/2
Stability at speed in reviews5/6

Carbon-aramid shell shaped for speed, not for touring.

Ventilation8/9
9 vent ports3/3
Vents operable with gloves on2/2
Airflow in independent reviews3/4

Chin vent switchable on the move; airflow well judged.

Vision & visor7/8
Pinlock anti-fog lens included3/3
Tear-off posts — not listed0/1
Photochromic visor available1/1
wide eyeport3/3

Pinlock included, wide field of view.

Wind noise5/7
Wind noise at motorway speed5/7

Deals with wind noise better than most road helmets.

Interior comfort5/8
Fully removable lining — not listed0/2
Washable lining1/1
Comfort in independent reviews4/5

Comfortable, though not the plushest at this price.

Weight5/5
1,298 g measured5/5

1,298 g — the lightest full-face in this field.

Fit range5/5
6 sizes2/2
4 shell sizes across the range2/2
intermediate head shape1/1

Four shell sizes from XS to 2XL — no padding-only sizing.

Price positioning10/10
Delivered quality against its price in this class10/10
359 € — Mid-range

Five SHARP stars at 359 € is the story of this list.

Certification
ECE 22.06 street homologation
Price-class
EntryBasic€423,20Mid-rangePremiumHigh classHigh-endFlagship

359 € — Mid-range. Hover the bar for each range. Value is scored against the sport field, not in the abstract.

Safety & tests
SHARP impact rating5/5 stars
CERTIMOOV protocolawaiting · not counted
Crew scrutineering
How this rating is made: crew scrutineering, cross-checked against AGV official K6 S page ChampionHelmets review MCN review webBikeWorld K6 S hands-on motogearspro review Tests count only when a result exists — never a penalty
The race-helmet gridmint = this helmet
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Radar · head to head

K6 S vs

K6 S · 81 · 0
Full comparison — Matrix · Radar · Duel — lives on slide 05.
05 · Compare

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How these ratings are made: Inter-Pace crew scrutineering, cross-checked against AGV official K6 S page ChampionHelmets review MCN review webBikeWorld K6 S hands-on motogearspro review SHARP / CERTIMOOV count only when results exist.
06 · Complete the look

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