The Arai Corsair-X Helmet combines race-developed performance with advanced shell construction and rider-focused ventilation. Designed with an intermediate oval shape to suit many North American head profiles, this XS helmet features a Super Fiber and special synthetic fiber shell engineered for strength, reduced weight, and excellent glancing-off performance. The Isle of Man TT 2023 graphic adds distinctive race-inspired styling while maintaining the functional design expected from the Corsair-X platform. Part number 0101-16208 identifies this specific configuration.
The PB-SNC2 shell uses Arai’s internally developed Z Resin to bond multiple shell layers and materials more securely with less resin. This construction helps improve shell strength while limiting unnecessary weight. An internal Structural Net and Peripheral Belt reinforce the shell with minimal impact on overall thickness. The shell design also incorporates carefully mounted vents intended to remain frangible during an impact, helping reduce the chance of snagging on obstacles or creating excess rotational force.
Ventilation is supported by an Internal Air Channel system that draws hot, moist air from the eye-port area through ducted channels behind the cheek pads and out through the side cowl vents. This helps improve rider comfort and can reduce shield fogging. The VAS shield mechanism uses a lower mount position and a dual-pivot trajectory for smooth opening and closing, while the larger latch supports easy operation when wearing heavy gloves. Its dual-function lever releases both the side cover and shield pin for simplified shield removal. The shield latch helps secure the shield against unexpected opening, and a positive stop helps maintain the closed position, including the de-mist setting. The IC Duct5 system uses a three-position slide gate to improve sealing, helping limit wind noise and water intrusion.
Features:
- Intermediate Oval Shape: Designed to fit many head shapes commonly found in North American markets.
- PB-SNC2 Shell: Super Fiber and special synthetic reinforcing fibers provide a strong, lightweight shell with excellent glancing-off properties.
- Structural Net and Peripheral Belt: Reinforce the shell structure with minimal impact on weight or thickness.
- Z Resin Construction: Arai-developed resin securely bonds shell layers and materials while supporting strength and weight reduction.
- Internal Air Channel: Directs hot and moist air from the eye-port area through channels behind the cheek pads and out the side cowl vents.
- VAS Shield Mechanism: Dual-pivot operation and a lower shield mount provide smooth opening and closing.
- Shield Latch: Helps capture and securely hold the shield closed to resist unexpected opening.
- Large Shield Latch: Enables intuitive shield operation, including when wearing heavy gloves.
- Dual-Function Lever: Releases the side cover and shield pin for quick shield removal.
- Frangible Vents: Lightly mounted vents are designed to come away during an impact to help reduce snagging and excess rotational force.
- Positive Shield Stop: Helps resist unintentional opening, including in the de-mist position.
- IC Duct5: Three-position slide gate improves sealing to help reduce noise and water intrusion.