Description

SHOEI NXR 2

 

The Shoei
NXR 2 full-face helmet is the new sporty motorcycle helmet from the Japanese
quality brand Shoei. It is also the first Shoei helmet to be tested according
to the new strict European ECE22.06 certification. The helmet has been
completely renewed and improved in terms of the outer shell, aerodynamics, a
renewed Pinlock visor, improved ventilation, an improved inner lining and
better sound insulation. This makes it especially a sports helmet that lends
itself well to longer distances. The NXR2 will compete against the: AGV K6,
Bell Star DLX MIPS, Arai Profile-V, AGV Corsa R, HJC RPHA11, Scorpion EXO-1400
Air, Icon Airframe Pro and the Shark Race-R Pro. For example, the NXR2 has a
renewed aerodynamic design, which results in even less wind resistance.

Material

 

The Shoei
NXR2 Sports bike Helmet introduces the new 6 layer Advanced Integrated Matrix
Shell construction, this is an innovation compared to its predecessor that
still used the 5 layer AIM. This new shell consists of no less than 6 different
layers of organic high-performance fibers. These 6 layers are a requirement to
obtain the strict ECE22.06 certification. This mixture of fiberglass and
organic fibers not only makes the helmet very strong, but also keeps it
particularly light. The same material is also used in other Shoei top models
such as the: Shoei Neotec 2, Shoei GT-Air 2, Shoei J-Cruise 2, Shoei Hornet ADV
and the Shoei VFX-WR. The NXR 2 comes in 6 sizes and 4 outer shell sizes. The
number of 4 outer shell sizes is excellent because this ensures that the helmet
always fits compactly around the head. Not only is this safer, it also looks
better. It also has 2 EPS inner shells, each with a multi-density structure.
This sounds very technical but in fact it provides an exceptionally good impact
absorption which makes the helmet very safe. Shoei has also installed
ventilation channels between these two EPS shells to optimize ventilation.

 

Comfort

 

The Shoei
NXR is an extremely comfortable helmet. Here it builds further on the 3D Max
Dry lining. The new NXR 2 has renewed cheek pads. The new check pads are easier
to remove and put on and also offer more comfort when putting on and taking off
the helmet. As with the original NXR, the lining is also removable, washable
and antibacterial. The NXR also has an Emergency Quick Release (EQRS), which is
an important feature. This ensures that, in the event of an incident, the
helmet can be removed in a safe and easier way. Typical for Shoei helmets is
the eye for detail. An example of this is the extra soft material in the inner
lining specifically behind the ears, because this area is extra sensitive.

 

Visor

 

The Shoei
NXR 2 has both a renewed visor and a visor mechanism. Shoei almost always comes
out very strongly in our Data Road Tests when we talk about the visor. This
spring mechanism pulls the visor closer against the shell. This will keep out
wind and noise better. Shoei has developed this further and we see with the NXR
2 a renewed and advanced visor and visor mechanism of absolute top quality.
Another improvement is that the new Shoei CWR-F2 visor has a 2 dimensional
shape which you can also order with other top racing helmets such as the Arai
RX-7V. The flat shape of the visor ensures that the visor does not distort the
view in any way, which a curved visor often does slightly. The new CWRF2 visor
is also equipped with a renewed visor closing mechanism. This reduces the risk
of accidentally opening the visor. You can also slightly adjust the visor with
the lever on the side. The NXR 2 comes standard with a Pinlock lens in the box.
This prevents the visor from fogging up and always guarantees the best view.
Another improvement is that Shoei has placed the pins for the Pinlock further
back. This has made the field of view larger and the area covered by the
Pinlock lens also increased. The closing mechanism is now in the middle of the
visor and opening and closing the visor became smoother. The mechanism also offers
the option to lock it in a cracked position, which is nice when driving around
town.

 

Aerodynamics

 

An
important characteristic of a quality helmet is that it has been tested in a
wind tunnel, as opposed to a computer simulation that you often see with other
helmets. The NXR 2 has been wind tunnel tested and this has led to the great
advantage that the helmet has an improved aerodynamics. The testing has
resulted in a streamlined design that cuts through the wind more smoothly. The
result is that Shoei has succeeded in reducing lift (upwards pulling) by 6% and
overall drag reduction by 4%. This doesn’t seem like much, but this is a
tangible difference when you test the original NXR and the NXR 2 right after
each other. The updated slim design in combination with updated vents
streamline the overall profile of the helmet better, and this has the effect of
reducing the load on the rider’s head.

Characteristics
Shoei NXR 2

 

Helmet
type: Full face helmet

Shell
material: Fiberglass composite

Outer
visor: Thermoplastic aerodynamically shaped 2D CWR-F2 clear visor with standard
Pinlock anti-fog lens supplied in the box

Communication:
Integrated preparation for communication system

Closure:
Double D closure

Insulation:
Sound insulating and compacted lining

Inner
lining: antibacterial, removable & washable

Helmet
shell: comes in 4 sizes

Ventilation:
completely renewed ventilation around the chin, top and back