The feeling of an Arai comes from the experience of decades. From the hands, talent, and passion of Arai craftsmen. The results are organic shell shapes, wind-slicing aerodynamics, a lower center of gravity, incredible balance, light weight. And comfort and fit like no other. We do not just build “helmets.” We build Arai helmets. We build comfort and protection to the best of our ability for people who ride motorcycles.

Ventilation: The new Vector’s ventilation created a flow-thru system of exceptional cooling via its four oversized (1 intake and 3 exhaust) ventilation vents. The vent controls are larger and easier to operate with gloved hands, and each has three-position settings for more control of the airflow.

One-piece EPS Liner: Arai’s EPS liner is like no other, comprised of several material densities molded into a single piece. Arai pioneered this technology more than 20 years ago and is still, to our knowledge, the only helmet offering a single-piece hybrid liner and its unique benefit.

Shell: The Vector’s clc (Complex Laminate Construction) shell utilizes Arai’s proprietary aerospace fiberglass technology to achieve a strong, flexible shell in a lightweight package.

Organic Shape: The Vector is another example of Arai’s organic shell-design philosophy. An Arai helmet shape is created to conform more closely to the human head shape, making it look better, and “flow” better in the wind. And Arai believes this shaping is best done by human hands and experience – not computers. “Computers create mathematical solutions; hands create human solutions.” Considerably more expensive and involved to produce. Considerably better results.

Hyper-Ridge Band and Vent: Arai’s distinctive Hyper-Ridge reinforcement band along the bottom of the shell adds reinforcement and shell strength. What makes this “minor” Arai feature significant? Many helmet makers reduce the shell material at the bottom of the helmet. But Arai maintains shell thickness to the very edge - and then strengthens it. Why? Because our experience tells us to. And because we don’t think it’s a good place to try to save a few dollars or a little weight. (Strengthening the bottom also helps to significantly lower the helmet’s center of gravity, contributing to a better overall balance, making an Arai rest easier on your head.)

Other Vector features:

• New Cheekpad Design
• Patented Dual-Pivot Chin Vent
• Exclusive Brow-Vent Faceshield
• LRS Shield-Removal