Arai Review

Arai are a Japanese manufacturer of motorcycle and racing helmets that are rated as some of the best in the world. They provide helmets for Formula 1, Nascar, MotoGP and other motor sports, as well as having a considerable retail presence. Each helmet is hand-made, which is why the quality so high, and why they sell for a premium. Many bikers regard an Arai helmet as a must have because they offer the best in quality and safety. Riders are so enamored with Arai that they have voted them the best manufacturer in the last eight J.D. Power Motorcycle Surveys. That is a distinction indeed and reflects the high esteem in which Arai are held within the biking and racing community. The company was started in 1955 by Mr. Hirotake Arai who was a hat maker by trade. Mr. Arai also enjoyed motorcycles and began making safety helmets for riders. Today the company is still owned by the Arai family, with all three generations participating in the running of the company.Arai set themselves apart from other manufacturers by emphasizing the quality and family approach to their products. Each helmet is designed to cover as many situations and offer as much protection as possible. The company goal is that of quality over quantity every time. Arai aspires to be the world’s best helmet company, not the biggest. This is demonstrated by the fact that Arai is the only manufacturer in the world who warranties their products for five years, instead of the traditional one year. Five years is the maximum advised usable lifespan of a helmet, regardless of condition, so it is comforting indeed that Arai offer what is essentially a lifetime guarantee.

Models

• Helmets: Corsair-V, RX-Q, Profile Vector, XD3

Pricing

Arai helmets are premium items and the prices reflect that. There are two distinct product lines, motorcycle and car racing. In the motorcycle line, the RX7 Corsair is very highly rated and will cost between $400-$650. An FIA motorsports approved car racing helmet, the GP-6RC will cost a staggering $5000.

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