Arai RX-7V Evo full-face helmet in Blade Red gloss finish
ECE 22.06
360° — drag me
1,550 gECE 22.06
02 · Data & docs

The facts.

Technical data
ModelRX-7V Evo
Part number / SKU137-0313
Colour / FinishBlade Red
HomologationECE 22.06
Helmet type / intended usePremium full-face helmet / road and racing-oriented use
ShellFibre-glass composite
Weightapprox. 1,550 g ± 50 g
VisorVAS MAX Vision visor, Pinlock-ready / anti-fog insert
Bluetooth / intercom compatibleYes, conditionally compatible (SHARP lists 'Communication system compatibility' for RX-7V Evo)
Suitable for glasses wearersNot ideally — conditionally suitable (sporty, close race fit)
DescriptionThe whole story

The Arai RX-7V Evo in Blade Red is the pinnacle of Arai's helmet engineering heritage — a racing-lineage full-face refined for ECE 22.06 homologation and finished in a striking gloss red Blade graphic that sets it apart on the grid and the road alike. Born from decades of grand prix development, the RX-7V Evo is the evolution of Arai's legendary RX-7V, revised from the inside out to meet the demands of modern racing regulations while preserving the hand-crafted character that defines the brand.

Key Features

  • ECE R22-06 and FIM homologated — meets the most stringent current safety certification for road and race use
  • Fibre-glass composite shell — Arai's proven construction offers an exceptional balance of strength, energy management and low weight
  • VAS MAX Vision visor delivers a panoramic field of view in all conditions, supplied Pinlock-ready with an anti-fog insert included as standard
  • Redesigned cheek pads in the Evo version with repositioned lateral air channels routed to the rear of the pad for improved airflow and a cleaner interior profile
  • Fully removable and washable interior lining crafted from new Eco Pure material for lasting comfort and hygiene
  • Double-D-ring retention system — the race-proven closure preferred by serious riders worldwide
  • Five-year Arai manufacturer guarantee

Design, Finish and Heritage

The Blade Red colourway is part of Arai's 2024 collection and arrives in a gloss lacquer finish that gives the Blade graphic real depth and presence. Far from a cosmetic exercise, the design language references Arai's long association with professional racing — the same shell geometry that has protected world championship competitors sits beneath this vivid red livery. If you are choosing between colour siblings in the RX-7V Evo range, the Blade Red is the choice for riders who want a helmet that reads as purposeful and heritage-rich rather than anonymous.

Construction and Comfort

Arai builds the RX-7V Evo shell from a fibre-glass composite laminate, a material Arai has refined over generations of production. The result is a shell that can deform progressively under impact — absorbing and dispersing energy — rather than shattering. The interior of the Evo has been revised specifically for this generation: the cheek pads are redesigned compared with the original RX-7V, and the side air channels have been relocated to the rear face of the pad, freeing up internal space and improving airflow paths. The entire interior is removable, machine washable and uses Eco Pure fabric, which is more environmentally considered without compromising comfort or durability. The helmet is suited primarily to riders with a sporty, race-orientated head shape; those who require glasses should note that the close race fit of the RX-7V Evo makes it less accommodating for spectacle wearers.

Visor System

The VAS MAX Vision visor is the widest-aperture shield in Arai's range, improving peripheral vision across all seasons and light conditions. It ships Pinlock-ready and includes a Pinlock anti-fog insert as standard, so the helmet is ready for cold-morning commutes and track days straight from the box. A communication-system compatible version is noted by SHARP for the RX-7V Evo; intercom compatibility is conditional and riders should verify fitment with their specific system before purchase.

Fitment and Compatibility

The Arai RX-7V Evo Blade Red is a universal full-face helmet and is not vehicle-specific. Select your size using the head circumference guide below. Note that the outer shell for size XL steps up one shell size (shell 86 moves to shell 88), which may affect fit perception relative to smaller sizes.

  • XS — 53-54 cm
  • S — 55-56 cm
  • M — 57-58 cm
  • L — 59 cm
  • XL — 60-61 cm

Specifications

Attribute Detail
Model RX-7V Evo
Part number / SKU 137-0313
Colour / Finish Blade Red, gloss
Homologation ECE 22.06, FIM
Shell material Fibre-glass composite
Weight approx. 1,550 g ± 50 g
Visor VAS MAX Vision, Pinlock-ready with anti-fog insert
Retention Double-D-ring
Collection 2024
Guarantee 5 years (Arai)
What's includedEverything in the box
  • 1x helmet
  • 1x Pinlock
  • Additional accessories (helmet bag, visor mechanism care oil, chin curtain, breath deflector)
FitmentBy head size — not by bike
03 · Build your Kit

The kit studio.

Everything fits the Arai RX-7V Evo
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Arai VAS-V MV Shield Visor Mirror Blue+ €111,92
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Arai VAS-V MV Shield Visor Mirror Red+ €111,92
Arai VAS-V MV Shield Visor Mirror Silver+ €111,92
Arai VAS-V 2D Visor Light Tinted+ €55,92
Arai VAS-V 2D Visor Clear+ €55,92
Arai VAS-V 2D Visor Tinted+ €55,92
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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 84Sport 82
iP84/100RECOMMENDED Drag to spin
The Inter-Pace Rating
0/100
0507085100
RecommendedFive SHARP stars, and heavy with it
P6 on our racing grid · 22 rivals in scrutineering · rated 2026-09-02
Entry 0–49 · Solid 50–69 · Recommended 70–84 · Benchmark 85–100
ECE 22.06 · FIM FRHPhe · SHARP 5/5 · EQRS · MIPS · DOUBLE-D · 1,568 G · PINLOCK · PB-SNC2 FIBREGLASS COMPOSITE · ECE 22.06 · FIM FRHPhe · SHARP 5/5 · EQRS · MIPS · DOUBLE-D · 1,568 G · PINLOCK · PB-SNC2 FIBREGLASS COMPOSITE ·

“The only helmet here with five SHARP stars, and the ventilation is genuinely the best of the traditional shells. You pay for it in weight — 1,568 g is a lot after two sessions — and the long-oval interior will not suit every rider.”

— the Inter-Pace crew
Homologation14/15
ECE 22.06 street homologation8/8
FIM FRHPhe racing homologation6/7
The rare double — road & racetrack

ECE 22.06 and FIM — plus five SHARP stars, rare here.

Safety equipment9/10
Multi-density EPS liner2/2
EQRS emergency release system2/2
double-d closure2/2
3 shell sizes1/2
Rotational-impact system (MIPS or equivalent)2/2

Double-D, emergency release, hand-laid PB-SNC2 shell.

Ventilation7/7
Vents operable with gloves on2/2
Airflow in independent reviews5/5

Reviewers call the airflow the strongest thing about it.

Aero & stability9/10
Aerodynamic spoiler / stabiliser2/2
Wind-tunnel developed2/2
Stability at speed in reviews5/6

Smooth shell, no snag points — Arai's long-standing rule.

Weight2/5
1,568 g measured2/5

1,568 g — the heaviest carbon-free shell in this field.

Wind noise3/5
Wind noise at motorway speed2/3
100 dB measured1/2

100 dB at 130 km/h, quiet for how heavily vented it is.

Interior comfort9/10
Fully removable lining2/2
Washable lining2/2
3 cheek-pad thicknesses1/1
Comfort in independent reviews4/5

Peel-away padding lets you shape the fit over time.

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

Long-oval only — it does not suit every head.

Character5/5
full-face — built for racing3/3
PB-SNC2 fibreglass composite2/2

The traditionalist's race helmet, still hand-made.

Price positioning7/10
Delivered quality against its price in this class7/10
759 € — Upper class

Old-school engineering, priced accordingly.

Certification
ECE 22.06 street homologation
FIM FRHPhe-01 racing homologation
Double-homologated — road & grid
Price-class
EntryBasicMid-rangePremium€879,20High classHigh-endFlagship

759 € — High class. Hover the bar for each range. Value is scored against the racing field, not in the abstract.

Safety & tests
FIM racing homologationSource
FRHPhe-01 · homologatedGrid-legal — the racing standard almost no street helmet carries
SHARP impact rating5/5 stars
CERTIMOOV protocolawaiting · not counted
Crew scrutineering
How this rating is made: crew scrutineering, cross-checked against Champion Helmets Champion Helmets Champion Helmets Champion Helmets Bennetts BikeSocial 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 —
89/100 P2 Shoei X-SPR PRO FIM 2Benchmark · gap −1
87/100 P3 Shark Aeron GP FIM 2Benchmark · gap −3
86/100 P4 Suomy S1-XR GPBenchmark · gap −4
85/100 P5 MT-Helmets KRE 2 PLUS FIM Racing #2Benchmark · gap −5
84/100 P6 Arai RX-7V FIMRecommended · gap −6You’re viewing
84/100 P7 Shark Aeron GP FIMRecommended · gap −6
83/100 P8 Arai RX-7V FIM 2Recommended · gap −7
82/100 P9 Airoh GP 800 FIMRecommended · gap −8
82/100 P10 NHK Helmet GP-R TechRecommended · gap −8
81/100 P11 Alpinestars Supertech R10Recommended · gap −9
81/100 P12 Just1 J-GPRRecommended · gap −9
81/100 P13 LS2 FF805 Thunder FIMRecommended · gap −9
81/100 P14 Nexx X.R3R Pro FIM EvoRecommended · gap −9
80/100 P15 KYT KX-1Recommended · gap −10
Radar · head to head

RX-7V FIM vs

RX-7V FIM · 84 · 0
Full comparison — Matrix · Radar · Duel — lives on slide 05.
05 · Compare

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RX-7V FIM84/100Recommended
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0/100
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How these ratings are made: Inter-Pace crew scrutineering, cross-checked against Champion Helmets Champion Helmets Champion Helmets Champion Helmets Bennetts BikeSocial SHARP / CERTIMOOV count only when results exist.
06 · Complete the look

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