The facts.
| Model | R1R |
|---|---|
| SKU / Part Number | Y6R10010 |
| Colour / Finish | Accelerator Yellow |
| Homologation | ECE 22.06 |
| Helmet Type / Intended Use | Racing helmet / sporting road use, trackday & racing-oriented use |
| Shell | Tricomposite shell (carbon fibre, aramid fibres, fibreglass) |
| Weight | approx. 1,450 g ± 50 g (size M) |
| Visor | Racing visor with roto-translation mechanism, metal racing lock, tool-free change |
| Bluetooth / Intercom Compatible | Yes, conditionally compatible / prepared (speaker recesses in cheek pads) |
| Suitable for Spectacle Wearers | Yes (Wearable Glasses / Ready for glasses) |
DescriptionThe whole story▼
Constructed from a tricomposite shell that blends carbon fibre, aramid fibres and fibreglass, the KYT R1R Carbon Accelerator Yellow is a helmet where material science and race-bred engineering meet vivid, track-ready style. The striking yellow accents are not a cosmetic afterthought — they frame a shell built to ECE 22.06 standards, weighing approximately 1,450 g (size M), with every gram justified by structural purpose.
Key Features
- Tricomposite shell (carbon fibre, aramid fibres, fibreglass) delivers exceptional impact resistance with a notably low shell weight, reducing neck fatigue on long track sessions and spirited road rides alike.
- ECE 22.06 homologated — the current gold standard for road and trackday use across Europe.
- Racing visor with roto-translation mechanism, metal racing lock and tool-free quick-change system for fuss-free swaps between tinted and clear lenses at the circuit.
- PINLOCK MaxVision 70 anti-fog insert included, paired with an optically Class 1 visor offering UV protection and scratch resistance for distortion-free vision in all light conditions.
- Hydrocool interior lining — fully removable and washable, with hygienic material treatment and emergency quick-release cheek pads for first-responder access.
- Prepared for Bluetooth/intercom systems with integrated speaker recesses in the cheek pads; suitable for spectacle wearers thanks to the glasses-ready interior design.
Shell Construction and Material Quality
The R1R's tricomposite architecture is the foundation of everything this helmet does well. Carbon fibre provides the structural backbone — high tensile strength and rigidity for confident impact management — while aramid fibres contribute energy absorption and tear resistance. Fibreglass layers complete the laminate, balancing stiffness with controlled deformation exactly where the ECE 22.06 standard demands it. The result is a shell that punches well above its weight class in protection, while remaining genuinely light enough to wear comfortably across a full trackday. The Accelerator Yellow graphic is applied with the same attention to finish as the underlying construction: sharp lines, deep colour and a surface quality that holds up under scrutiny.
Visor Technology
The R1R uses a roto-translation visor mechanism — the lens lifts and slides simultaneously along a guided track, keeping the seal tight at every position and preventing the visor from catching buffeting air at speed. The metal racing lock clicks the visor shut with a positive, reassuring action, and the tool-free release allows a full visor swap in seconds without fumbling for a coin or screwdriver. Optical Class 1 clarity means zero perceptible distortion across the full field of view, and the included PINLOCK MaxVision 70 insert eliminates fogging in cold, damp British conditions.
Interior Comfort and Ventilation
The Hydrocool lining manages moisture and heat actively, wicking perspiration away from the skin and accelerating evaporation so the interior stays fresh session after session. All interior panels are fully removable and machine washable, and the emergency quick-release cheek pads allow medical personnel to remove the helmet safely without cervical manipulation. Precisely positioned intake vents and internal channelling maintain airflow across the crown and brow, while the integrated rear spoiler stabilises the helmet aerodynamically at motorway and track speeds, reducing the muscular effort required to hold a tuck.
Fitment and Compatibility
The KYT R1R Y6R10010 is a full-face helmet approved for road use and trackdays under ECE 22.06 homologation. It is suitable for street riding and circuit use. The interior is prepared for Bluetooth and intercom unit installation, and the glasses-ready (Wearable Glasses) fit accommodates most standard spectacle frames without pressure points. Available in sizes XS through XXL — see the size guide below.
Size Guide
| Size | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Head circumference (cm) | 53–54 | 55–56 | 57–58 | 59–60 | 61–62 | 63 |
Measure your head circumference approximately 2 cm above the eyebrows. If you fall between sizes, select the larger size.
Specifications
- Model: KYT R1R
- SKU: Y6R10010
- Colour / Finish: Accelerator Yellow
- Homologation: ECE 22.06
- Shell: Tricomposite (carbon fibre, aramid fibres, fibreglass)
- Weight: approx. 1,450 g ± 50 g (size M)
- Visor: Optical Class 1, UV protection, scratch resistant, roto-translation mechanism, metal racing lock, tool-free change; PINLOCK MaxVision 70 included
- Retention system: Double-D ring
- Interior: Hydrocool lining, fully removable and washable, emergency quick-release cheek pads
- Intercom ready: Yes — speaker recesses in cheek pads
- Spectacle friendly: Yes (Wearable Glasses / Ready for glasses)
- Included accessories: breath guard, nose guard, spoiler
- Intended use: road and track
What's includedEverything in the box▼
- 1x helmet
- 1x clear visor
- 1x Pinlock
- Sticker set
- Additional accessories (helmet bag)
FitmentBy head size — not by bike▼
The kit studio.
Rated. Certified. Lit.
“Scored 72 of 100 for sport riding. It is strongest on aero & stability and gives up most on homologation — every point traces back to a documented fact and its source.”
— the Inter-Pace crewApproved to ECE 22.06.
Exceptionally stable at speed.
Reviewers rate the airflow highly.
Pinlock anti-fog lens is included.
Average for the class.
Comfortable on long stints.
1,450 g — mid-weight for this class.
Mid-range bracket in the sport field.
314 € — Mid-range. Hover the bar for each range. Value is scored against the sport field, not in the abstract.
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| Level | Benchmark | Benchmark | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid |
| Price | 949,00 € | 799,00 € | 359,20 € | 759,20 € | 919,95 € | In store | 999,00 € | 630,79 € | 527,99 € | 639,20 € | 440,10 € | 679,15 € | 509,00 € | 779,99 € | 879,20 € | 496,57 € | 397,09 € | 431,20 € | 359,96 € | 671,99 € | 287,10 € | €397,09 | 629,96 € | 509,15 € | 965,99 € | 258,30 € | 269,96 € | 1099,00 € | 449,96 € | 238,50 € |
| Weight | 1,45 kg | 1,45 kg | 1,298 kg | 1,568 kg | 1,568 kg | 0,0 kg | 1,54 kg | 1,35 kg | 1,42 kg | 1,435 kg | 1,42 kg | 1,341 kg | 1,35 kg | 1,48 kg | 1,568 kg | 1,45 kg | 1,35 kg | 1,435 kg | 1,7 kg | 1,41 kg | 1,6 kg | 1,45 kg | 1,25 kg | 1,341 kg | 1,48 kg | 1,35 kg | 1,38 kg | 1,5 kg | 1,3 kg | 1,57 kg |
| ECE 22.06 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| FIM racing | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | — | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — |
| Pinlock incl. | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ |
| Shell | AIM+ fibre matrix | AIM+ fibre matrix | Carbon and aramid fibre | PB-SNC2 fibreglass composite | PB-SNC2 fibreglass composite | Carbon fibre with Sphera outer layer (1,600+ microspheres, polycarbonate skin) | Carbon multi-composite | X-PRO carbon fibre composite | Ultra Carbon | HPC carbon | 3K carbon | Carbon 9K (100 % carbon fibre) | X-PRO carbon (>60 % carbon fibre) | Carbon-aramid composite (COVA structure, 80% carbon / 20% aramid) | PB-SNC2 fibreglass composite | Tricarboco (carbon and aramid) | Tricarboco (carbon, fibreglass, aramid) | HPC carbon | Carbon fibre | COVA carbon and aramid (80 % / 20 %) | 3K carbon fibre | Tri-composite (carbon, aramid, fibreglass) | Full carbon (MT-ULCS) | Carbon 6K (100 % carbon fibre) | Carbon-aramid composite (COVA structure, 80% carbon / 20% aramid) | Tricarbon (aramid, carbon, fibreglass) | FRC (fibre reinforced composite) | 100% carbon fibre | TRIC tricomposite (MT-ULCS) | Thermoplastic shell with LED lighting |
| Ventilation | 10/10 | 10/10 | 9/10 | 10/10 | 10/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 8/10 | 10/10 | 9/10 | 8/10 | 9/10 | 10/10 | 10/10 | 8/10 | 8/10 | 10/10 | 8/10 | 10/10 | 9/10 | 8/10 | 3/10 | 8/10 | 10/10 | 8/10 | 3/10 | 6/10 | 3/10 | 6/10 |
| Comfort | 10/10 | 10/10 | 6/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 10/10 | 8/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 8/10 | 9/10 | 8/10 | 9/10 | 10/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 8/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 6/10 | 7/10 | 8/10 | 3/10 | 6/10 | 7/10 | 9/10 | 7/10 | 5/10 |
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Measure your head circumference about one centimetre above your eyebrows and compare it with the size chart on this page. Between sizes? Choose the smaller one — the padding beds in with use.
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Most of our touring and sport helmets are Pinlock-ready and many include the insert. Check the ‘What’s in the box’ section on this page for this model.
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