The facts.
| Brand | Shark |
|---|---|
| Model | Skwal Cup Speed-Vib KRS |
| Part Number | HE6510 |
| Type | Full-face helmet |
| Shell Material | Polycarbonate |
| Weight | 1,587 g (±50 g) |
| Certification | ECE 22.06 |
| Visor | Optical Class 1, scratch-resistant, UV-resistant, Pinlock insert included |
| Sun Visor | Integrated drop-down |
| Liner | Alveotec, antibacterial, removable and washable |
DescriptionThe whole story▼
The Shark Skwal Cup Speed-Vib KRS is a full-face helmet that makes no apology for standing out. Its red and silver Speed-Vib livery draws on Shark's deep roots in French racing culture, translating circuit-bred aesthetics into a helmet that turns heads on every road it travels. Engineered to ECE 22.06 standard, this is a helmet where striking design and genuine protective capability are inseparable.
Key Features
- ECE 22.06 certified polycarbonate shell — impact-resistant, robust and appreciably lightweight at 1,587 g (±50 g)
- Optical Class 1 visor with scratch resistance, UV protection and a Pinlock insert included — distortion-free clarity in all conditions
- Integrated drop-down sun visor for instant glare management without removing the helmet
- Alveotec antibacterial liner — fully removable and washable to keep the interior fresh ride after ride
- Three-stage ventilation system: crown inlets, chin vent and rear exhaust ports work together with an integrated spoiler for aerodynamic stability at speed
- Speaker pockets and spectacle-friendly channel cut into the liner for hassle-free integration with communication systems and eyewear
Heritage, Design and Finish
Shark has been shaping the helmet landscape from its base near Bordeaux since the 1980s, supplying MotoGP and World Superbike paddocks while continuously feeding that race intelligence back into road-going helmets. The Skwal Cup sits squarely in that tradition. The Speed-Vib KRS graphic — sharp red panels over a silver base, defined by clean racing lines — is part of the 2025–2026 collection and reflects the kind of considered livery you see on factory race machines rather than an afterthought applied in a catalogue. It is a helmet that looks deliberate, because it is.
The polycarbonate shell is shaped for aerodynamic efficiency at higher speeds, with an integrated rear spoiler that reduces buffeting and keeps the helmet planted rather than pulling at your neck. Whether you are on a fast A-road or tracking out through a wide sweeper, the shell does its job quietly.
Ventilation and Visor Performance
The ventilation architecture moves air purposefully: crown inlets channel fresh air across the top of the head, a chin vent directs flow across the inner surface of the visor to counter fogging, and rear exhaust outlets draw warm air out. On a warm touring day the difference is tangible. The Optical Class 1 visor guarantees a distortion-free field of vision that matters most at the speeds this helmet is designed for, and the included Pinlock insert adds an anti-fog membrane so rain and temperature changes stay a non-issue. The dense perimeter seal reduces wind noise, helping concentration on longer runs.
Comfort and Interior
Inside, the Alveotec liner delivers a noticeably soft, breathable feel against the skin. It is antibacterial, fully removable and machine washable — practical qualities that pay dividends on multi-day trips. A chin curtain and breath deflector reduce interior turbulence and noise, while the speaker cut-outs mean fitting a Bluetooth intercom requires no improvisation. The spectacle-friendly groove in the cheek pads eliminates the pressure and slippage that plague glasses wearers in lesser helmets. The double-D retaining ring closure meets race circuit requirements and will not loosen in use.
Fitment and Compatibility
The Shark Skwal Cup Speed-Vib KRS HE6510 is a universal full-face helmet suitable for road and track use across all motorcycle types. 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 Speed-Vib KRS
- Part number: HE6510
- Type: Full-face helmet
- Shell material: Polycarbonate
- Weight: 1,587 g (±50 g)
- Certification: ECE 22.06
- Visor: Optical Class 1, scratch-resistant, UV-resistant, Pinlock insert included
- Sun visor: Integrated drop-down
- Liner: Alveotec, antibacterial, removable and washable
- Ventilation: Crown inlets, chin vent, rear exhaust outlets
- Spoiler: Integrated
- Closure: Double-D ring
- Colour: Red/Silver (Speed-Vib KRS)
- 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 |
| Level | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid |
| 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 € | €283,50 |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| FIM racing | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 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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