AGV K6 S full-face helmet Karve Matte Black White Red
ECE 22.06
360° — drag me
1,255 gECE 22.06
02 · Data & docs

The facts.

Technical data
ModelK6 S
SKU / Part Number2118395001025
Colour / FinishKarve Matte Black/White/Red
Certification / HomologationECE 22.06 (road approved)
Helmet Type / Intended UseFull-face helmet / road, touring, everyday and spirited road riding
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 AGV ARK communication system (Sena), incl. AGV accessories/adapter for K6 S
Suitable for Spectacle WearersYes — spectacle-wearer friendly
DescriptionThe whole story

ECE 22.06 certified and tipping the scales at just 1,255 g, the AGV K6 S Karve in Matte Black, White and Red is one of the most rigorously tested full-face helmets available for road riders today. Its carbon-aramid composite shell, five-density EPS liner and class-leading optical visor system set a standard that goes well beyond the legal minimum — this is safety you can feel from the first time you clip the double-D ring.

Key Features

  • ECE 22.06 homologated — certified to the latest and most demanding European road safety standard, engineered to exceed the required threshold by a significant margin
  • Carbon-aramid composite shell formed in four shell sizes with a five-density EPS for precise, zone-specific energy absorption across every head size
  • Pinlock MaxVision 120 anti-fog insert included as standard — optically clear, scratch-resistant Class 1 optics across a 190° horizontal and 85° vertical field of view
  • DrySpeed interior lining in a Ritmo, Shalimar and Microsense fabric blend — antibacterial, fully removable and machine washable
  • Bluetooth-ready with integrated preparation for the AGV ARK communication system (Sena), complete with AGV adapter kit
  • Optimised for spectacle wearers, with emergency cheek-pad removal system and included nose and wind deflectors

Safety You Can Trust

The K6 S is the result of AGV's motorsport heritage applied to everyday road use. The carbon-aramid fibre construction delivers exceptional stiffness-to-weight ratio, keeping the overall helmet weight to approximately 1,255 g (± 50 g) without compromising structural integrity. The double-D fastening system — the same closure used in professional racing — eliminates any chance of accidental release under impact. Reflective inserts improve visibility in low light, while the integrated collarbone protection profile addresses a vulnerability that lesser helmets ignore entirely.

Aerodynamics and Ventilation

Developed in a wind tunnel, the K6 S shell generates a stable aero platform at every speed and works equally well whether you ride upright or tucked behind the fairing. Five adjustable front air intakes channel fresh air through the helmet and exit via a single rear extractor, creating a through-flow that remains effective even at motorway pace. An integrated rear spoiler reduces turbulence at the neck, keeping the helmet planted and reducing rider fatigue on long runs.

Visibility in All Conditions

The scratch-resistant visor meets Class 1 optical standards and is paired with the Pinlock MaxVision 120 insert included in the box. The micro-opening retention system allows the visor to sit slightly ajar in slow traffic without rattling or lifting, and the quick-release mechanism means a spare visor swap takes seconds rather than tools. The patented visor lock keeps everything sealed tight at speed.

Interior Comfort

Long days in the saddle demand more than adequate padding. AGV's DrySpeed technology pulls moisture away from the skin immediately, while the combination of Ritmo outer fabric, Shalimar lining and Microsense contact surfaces creates an interior that is breathable, soft and durable in equal measure. The cheek pads incorporate an emergency extraction system for first responders. The entire interior is fully removable and washable. Spectacle wearers will appreciate the dedicated channel integrated into the cheek pads that keeps frame arms stable and pressure-free throughout a ride.

Fitment and Compatibility

The AGV K6 S Karve Matte Black/White/Red (SKU 2118395001025) is a road-homologated full-face helmet approved for street, touring and spirited road use. It is compatible with the AGV ARK Bluetooth intercom system (Sena-based) using the included AGV adapter. Suitable for use with eyeglasses.

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
Colour Karve Matte Black / White / Red
Material Carbon-Aramid (Composite Fibre)
Certification ECE 22.06
Interior DrySpeed, Ritmo, Shalimar, Microsense, antibacterial
Fastening Double-D ring
Visor Pinlock 120XLT, scratch-resistant, Class 1, quick-release
Ventilation 5 front air intakes / 1 rear extractor
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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Kit ships together with the helmet
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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0/100
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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.
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