Expertly designed for off-road performance, the S-M3 Solid Helmet is Alpinestars' most versatile head protector, engineered for optimized impact management and lightweight comfort. Featuring an ECE 22.06 certified thermo-injected shell and a patented visor release system, it significantly reduces rotational forces during impacts. The comprehensive design includes a maximized 17-port ventilation system and integrated hydration tube channels for superior rider endurance.
Key features
- Advanced Shell Construction: Thermo-injected shell with a specialized polymer blend of varying thicknesses, engineered for an optimal balance of lightweight performance and superior impact protection.
- Maximized Ventilation: Equipped with 10 inlets and 7 exhaust ports to ensure high levels of heat transfer and consistent airflow during intense rides.
- Rotational Acceleration Force Protection: Features a patented low-friction coating on the inner EPS liner that acts as a slip plane to reduce rotational forces during oblique impacts.
- Patented Visor Release: Designed to release the visor with a precise, pre-determined amount of force during an impact, significantly reducing potential stress on the rider's neck.
Protection
- Engineered inner and outer surfaces designed to minimize the effects of oblique impacts.
- Multi-density 5-piece EPS inner liner provides targeted impact management and volume control.
- Integrated hydration tube channels in cheek pads for seamless performance and convenience.
- Eco-friendly comfort liner utilizes recycled materials to reduce environmental impact.
- Customizable fit via interchangeable crown and cheek pads available in various thicknesses.
Construction
- Shell thickness and structure optimized in the chin area to exceed standard homologation impact performance.
- Inner and outer surfaces engineered to minimize the effects of oblique impacts.
- Emergency Release System (ERS) with removable 3D contoured foam cheek pads for safe helmet removal.
- 25mm soft textile chin strap for a secure and comfortable fit.
- Stainless steel D-rings for a reliable and tight closure.
- Certified to ECE 22.06 and DOT standards for global use.