If the HJC carbon fiber motorcycle helmets just aren’t cutting it for when you track your Ferrari F430 Scuderia, then it may be time to consider this option…German helmet maker Schuberth Helme was called upon by Ferrari to create a custom helmet to match their F430 Scuderia. The helmet is only available directly through the Ferrari store with a price tag of around $3,400.
As you can see the helmet has some pretty neat features, including exposed carbon fiber. Some of the other notables include the following:
- Only weighs in at 1 kilogram (2.2 lbs)
- Removable chin guard
- Internal pull-down visor with distortion/scratch/fog free visor
- Vents for better airflow
- Low noise rating of 92 dB at 62mph
- Twin stripes going through the helmet to match your Ferrari F430 Scuderia
- Ferrari prancing horse logo up front in case people didn’t realize you were driving one
- Comes in a red fabric carry black that features a black prancing horse logo
The helmet is derived from Schuberth J1 helmet, the same helmet that Ferrari’s F1 mechanics wear. It’s also certified to use for motorcycles everywhere except for the US and Japan. Note, that it’s not certified for F1 use.
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[Sources: MotorTrend, Autoblog, Ferrari, Sybarites]
A popular maker of motorcycle helmets, HJC, offers a version of their street, off-road, and open face/cruiser helmets in stylish carbon fiber. When I was motorcycle helmet shopping, I ended up buying a Shoei helmet, but I was so close to plunking down the cash for the AC-12 street helmet. If you have one of the below, please post a comment at the bottom of the post and let us know what you think. Take a look at HJC’s three offerings:
- Carbon Fiber Composite Weave Shell: Extremely lightweight. Superior fit and comfort using advanced CAD technology.
- AccuSight Anti-fog Faceshield: Optically superior 3D design provides 95% UV protection and an anti-scratch coating.
- RapidFire Shield Replacement System: Quick, secure, tool-less removal and installation.
- 2-stage Shield Closure Mechanism: Compresses shield into the eye port gasket providing an extremely secure seal.
- 3rd-Generation ACS Advanced Channeling Ventilation System: Full front to back airflow flushes heat and humidity up and out.
- AquaTrans Moisture-wicking Interior: Comfortable, removable and washable.
- SNELL/DOT Approved
- SIZES: XS-XXL
- Carbon Fiber Composite Weave Shell: Extremely lightweight. Superior fit and comfort using advanced CAD technology.
- 3rd-Generation ACS Advanced Channeling Ventilation System: Full front to back airflow flushes heat and humidity up and out.
- AquaTrans Moisture-wicking Interior: Comfortable, removable and washable.
- Large Eye Port and Maximum Range Adjustable Visor: For maximum visibility and superior goggle fit.
- SNELL/DOT Approved
- SIZES: XS-XXL
- Carbon Fiber Composite Weave Shell: Extremely lightweight. Superior fit and comfort using advanced CAD technology.
- ACS Advanced Channeling Ventilation System: Full front to back airflow flushes heat and humidity up and out.
- SilverCool Interior: Moisture-wicking and odor-free interior with advanced silver anti-bacterial fabric. Comfortable, removable and washable.
- Sleek, Aerodynamic Visor Design: Optional shield replaces visor.
- SNELL/DOT Approved
- SIZES: XS-XXL
