The Arai Contour-X Helmet combines touring-focused comfort, ventilation, aerodynamic stability, and the protective design standards expected from Arai. Finished in the Mark Yellow graphic and offered in a 2XL fit, this full-face motorcycle helmet features a Peripherally Belted Complex Laminate Construction (PB-cLc2) outer shell for lightweight strength. The streamlined shell profile and integrated side ducts support a smooth, organic shape while maintaining a clean exterior for convenient communication system installation. Part number 0101-18151 identifies this specific Arai Contour-X configuration.
The 3D Arai logo duct feeds the central intake ports and can be opened or closed easily with a short-stroke lever designed for use with summer or winter gloves. Its position provides an intuitive indication of whether the duct is open, while the breakaway design helps minimize interference during an impact. A three-position sliding chin vent provides open, midway, and closed settings, delivers a substantial volume of incoming air, and includes a replaceable filter. The thicker sliding mechanism is easy to operate while riding with gloves.
An aerodynamic rear exhaust and spoiler assembly uses a three-way switch to control airflow and help smooth air over and around the helmet. Positioned farther forward on the shell, the spoiler draws air through the rear ports to improve stability and reduce buffeting, particularly at highway speeds. The lightweight spoiler is designed to crush or break away during an impact without compromising protective performance. Arai’s Variable Axis System (VAS) lowers the visor mounting position to create a smoother shell shape, while the flared eye-port opening makes the helmet easier to put on and remove. The shell also supports straightforward intercom installation, with a discreet opening in the neck roll for routing excess speaker wiring.
Features:
- Ventilation: 3D Arai logo duct provides central intake airflow and is easy to operate with gloves.
- Breakaway Design: Logo duct and rear spoiler are designed to break away or crush during an impact.
- Rear Aerodynamics: Adjustable exhaust spoiler helps smooth airflow, improve stability, and reduce highway buffeting.
- Chin Vent: Three-position sliding intake vent delivers substantial airflow and includes a replaceable filter.
- Shell Construction: PB-cLc2 outer shell combines lightweight strength with integrated side ducts.
- Intercom Compatibility: Flat shell areas and internal wire-routing access simplify communication system installation.
- Variable Axis System: Lower visor mounting supports a smoother shell profile designed to improve glancing performance.
- Comfort Fit: Flared shell opening helps make putting on and removing the helmet easier.