
The facts.
| Brand | Shark |
|---|---|
| Model | Skwal Cup |
| Part number | HE6500 |
| Certification | ECE 22.06 |
| Shell material | Polycarbonate |
| Weight | 1,587 g (±50 g) |
| Visor | Optical Class 1, scratch-resistant, UV-resistant, Pinlock included |
| Interior lining | Alveotec, antibacterial, removable and washable |
| Closure | Double-D ring |
| Colour | Dark Shadow Dual Finish black |
DescriptionThe whole story▼
For riders who want a helmet that works as hard on a Saturday morning run as it does commuting mid-week, the Shark Skwal Cup in Dark Shadow Dual Finish delivers ECE 22.06-certified safety, wind-tunnel aerodynamics and a full comfort package — all without asking you to break the bank or compromise on style.
Key Features
- ECE 22.06 certified — meets the latest European safety standard for road use
- Lightweight polycarbonate shell at just 1,587 g (±50 g), available in two shell sizes for a compact, proportionate fit across the size range
- Optical Class 1 visor — scratch-resistant, UV-protected and supplied with a Pinlock insert for fog-free vision in cold or wet conditions
- Integrated drop-down sun visor operated by a slider on the crown, operable with gloves on
- Alveotec interior lining — antibacterial, breathable, fully removable and machine washable
- Speaker pockets and spectacle-friendly cheek pad cut-outs make this an easy everyday helmet to live with
- Double-D retaining ring closure — the racing-proven fastening system trusted for its reliability
Aerodynamics and Ventilation
The Skwal Cup's shell was developed with aerodynamic stability firmly in mind. An integrated rear spoiler smooths airflow at higher speeds, reducing buffeting and keeping the helmet planted on long motorway stretches. The ventilation circuit pairs a top-crown intake and a chin vent with multiple rear exhaust ports, keeping fresh air moving across your head and preventing heat build-up during summer touring or sustained sport riding.
- 1x top-crown vent
- 1x chin vent
- Multiple rear exhaust ports for efficient airflow
A noise-reducing perimeter seal and chin curtain cut wind noise at the visor and lower shell, making the Skwal Cup noticeably quieter than many helmets in its class — a real benefit on longer outings.
Comfort and Interior
The Alveotec comfort liner is the heart of the Skwal Cup's everyday appeal. Soft against the skin, moisture-wicking and antibacterial, it keeps the interior fresh over high-mileage weeks. When wash day arrives, the full liner pulls out cleanly and goes straight in the machine. Cheek pad cut-outs accommodate most prescription spectacle frames without pressure points, while dedicated speaker cavities mean integrating a Bluetooth intercom system is straightforward.
A breath deflector fitted to the chin bar directs exhaled air away from the visor, working alongside the Pinlock insert to maintain a clear view in changeable weather.
Dark Shadow Dual Finish — Design Detail
The HE6500 Dark Shadow Dual Finish colourway layers deep black tones with a dual-finish surface treatment — the contrast between matte and gloss sections gives the shell a graphic depth that reads as genuinely premium at a glance. The aerodynamic profile reinforces the sportiness of the design without resorting to loud graphics, making it a versatile choice across naked bikes, tourers and sportsbikes alike. This is a 2025–2026 collection helmet, so the finish is current rather than a carryover.
Fitment and Compatibility
The Shark Skwal Cup HE6500 is a full-face helmet suitable for all adult riders. It is not motorcycle-specific and fits any rider requiring a full-face helmet conforming to ECE 22.06. Select your size using the head circumference guide below, measured approximately 1 cm above the ears at the widest point of the skull.
| Size | Head circumference |
|---|---|
| XS | 53–54 cm |
| S | 55–56 cm |
| M | 57–58 cm |
| L | 59–60 cm |
| XL | 61–62 cm |
| XXL | 63–64 cm |
Specifications
- Brand: Shark
- Model: Skwal Cup
- Part number: HE6500
- Certification: ECE 22.06
- Shell material: polycarbonate
- Shell sizes: 2
- Weight: 1,587 g (±50 g)
- Visor: Optical Class 1, scratch-resistant, UV-resistant, Pinlock included
- Sun visor: integrated, manually operated
- Interior: Alveotec, antibacterial, removable and washable
- Closure: double-D ring
- Spoiler: integrated, aerodynamically optimised
- Colour: Dark Shadow Dual Finish black (HE6500)
- Collection: 2025–2026
FitmentBy head size — not by bike▼
Rated. Certified. Lit.
“The only helmet on this page with LED running and brake lights, backed by four SHARP stars. Two honest weaknesses come with it: MCN call the ventilation the weakest attribute, and reviewers report the visor whistling irritatingly at speed.”
— the Inter-Pace crewECE 22.06.
Four SHARP stars on a thermoplastic shell.
SHARP four stars.
Not the quietest; the visor whistles at speed.
Adequate.
The weakest part — two small chin and two top intakes.
1,570 g.
Two shell sizes.
The only helmet here with integrated lighting.
239 € — Basic. Hover the bar for each range. Value is scored against the street field, not in the abstract.
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| Inter-Pace Rating | 83/100 | 76/100 | 72/100 | 72/100 | 71/100 | 70/100 | 70/100 | 69/100 | 69/100 | 69/100 | 68/100 | 68/100 | 68/100 | 68/100 | 68/100 | 67/100 | 67/100 | 66/100 | 66/100 | 66/100 | 65/100 | 65/100 | 64/100 | 64/100 | 64/100 | 64/100 | 63/100 | 63/100 | 63/100 | 63/100 | 62/100 | 62/100 | 62/100 | 61/100 | 59/100 | 58/100 | 58/100 | 58/100 | 57/100 | 53/100 |
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| Price | 359,20 € | 143,99 € | 143,10 € | 114,71 € | 175,99 € | 339,15 € | 152,15 € | 398,65 € | 669,00 € | 397,09 € | 181,55 € | 407,15 € | 220,15 € | 279,65 € | 114,71 € | 599,00 € | 649,00 € | 120,20 € | 322,15 € | 286,01 € | 152,96 € | 118,96 € | 169,15 € | 84,15 € | 254,15 € | 118,15 € | 269,96 € | 84,96 € | 114,71 € | 367,99 € | 223,20 € | 367,99 € | 495,99 € | 109,65 € | 503,99 € | 157,21 € | 399,99 € | 215,99 € | 519,99 € | €260,99 |
| Weight | 1,298 kg | 1,575 kg | 1,52 kg | 1,55 kg | 1,575 kg | 1,6 kg | 1,75 kg | 1,55 kg | 1,715 kg | 1,35 kg | 1,5 kg | 1,45 kg | 1,5 kg | 1,5 kg | 1,65 kg | 1,7 kg | 1,775 kg | 1,55 kg | 1,391 kg | 1,35 kg | 1,7 kg | 1,55 kg | 1,55 kg | 1,35 kg | 1,75 kg | 1,7 kg | 1,38 kg | 1,6 kg | 1,4 kg | 1,675 kg | 1,448 kg | 1,657 kg | 1,55 kg | 1,6 kg | 1,7 kg | 1,5 kg | 1,86 kg | 1,47 kg | 1,75 kg | 1,57 kg |
| ECE 22.06 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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| Pinlock incl. | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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| Ventilation | 9/10 | 8/10 | 6/10 | 8/10 | 8/10 | 8/10 | 10/10 | 8/10 | 8/10 | 8/10 | 6/10 | 8/10 | 10/10 | 10/10 | 5/10 | 8/10 | 8/10 | 6/10 | 10/10 | 8/10 | 6/10 | 8/10 | 8/10 | 6/10 | 8/10 | 8/10 | 3/10 | 8/10 | 8/10 | 8/10 | 6/10 | 4/10 | 8/10 | 8/10 | 4/10 | 4/10 | 6/10 | 5/10 | 6/10 | 5/10 |
| Comfort | 6/10 | 9/10 | 8/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 8/10 | 9/10 | 10/10 | 9/10 | 6/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 8/10 | 9/10 | 8/10 | 8/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 6/10 | 6/10 | 7/10 | 8/10 | 8/10 | 6/10 | 5/10 | 9/10 | 6/10 | 6/10 | 9/10 | 5/10 | 9/10 | 6/10 | 9/10 | 5/10 |
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