The Arai Corsair-X Helmet in the Isle of Man TT 2023 design combines race-focused protection, advanced ventilation, and refined shield operation for demanding street and track riders. Its intermediate oval shape is designed to fit a broad range of head shapes commonly found in North America. The PB-SNC2 shell uses Super Fiber, special synthetic reinforcing fibers, an internal Structural Net, and a Peripheral Belt to create a strong, lightweight structure with excellent Glancing Off properties. Arai’s in-house Z Resin technology bonds the shell materials securely while using less resin, helping improve strength without unnecessary weight.
The Corsair-X features an Internal Air Channel system that draws hot, moist air away from the eye port and directs it through channels behind the cheek pads before exhausting through the side cowl vents. This improved airflow helps keep the rider comfortable while reducing the potential for shield fogging. The IC Duct5 system uses a three-position slide gate to support better sealing, helping limit outside noise and water intrusion while allowing the rider to adjust airflow as conditions change. Vents are lightly mounted so they can separate during an impact, helping reduce the chance of snagging or adding unwanted rotational force.
Shield operation is designed for smooth, secure, and intuitive use. The Variable Axis System (VAS) shield mechanism combines the pin trajectory with the movement of its double-pivot slots, allowing the shield to open and close smoothly with a lower mounting position. The larger latch is easy to operate while wearing heavy gloves, and the dual-function lever releases both the side cover or pod and shield pin for efficient shield removal. A secure shield latch helps resist unexpected opening, while the positive stop keeps the shield from opening unintentionally, including in the de-mist position. With a slight pull on the lift tab, the shield clears the stop and lifts easily. The Arai Corsair-X Helmet is identified by part number 0101-16209.
Features:
- Shell Construction: PB-SNC2 shell uses Super Fiber, special synthetic reinforcing fibers, an internal Structural Net, and a Peripheral Belt for strength and reduced weight.
- Intermediate Oval Shape: Designed to accommodate a broad range of head shapes in North American markets.
- Glancing Off Performance: Shell construction is engineered to support smooth deflection during contact.
- Internal Air Channel: Directs hot and moist air away from the eye port and through the cheek-pad channels for improved ventilation.
- IC Duct5: Three-position slide gate helps improve sealing while reducing noise and water intrusion.
- VAS Shield Mechanism: Double-pivot operation provides smooth shield movement with a lower shield mount position.
- Shield Latch: Helps secure the shield closed and resist unexpected opening.
- Shield Positive Stop: Helps prevent unintentional opening, including in the de-mist position.
- Quick Shield Removal: Dual-function lever releases the side cover or pod and shield pin for straightforward shield removal.
- Frangible Vents: Lightly mounted vents are designed to separate during an impact to help reduce snagging and excess rotational force.
- Brand and Part Number: Arai Corsair-X Helmet, part number 0101-16209.