Arai has within its portfolio of models with helmets as versatile and efficient as the Tour-X5, “designed for motorcyclists who do not want to decide in advance where the route ends” they claim from the brand itself. Asphalt, long trips, improvised detours or paths that begin where the road ends.
Furthermore, as the successor to the Tour-X4, it retains the adventure character of one of Arai’s most recognizable families. However, it takes this concept one step further with an evolution marked by three ideas: stronger, rounder and smoother.
In this context, the approach of not limiting the route before starting is what gives meaning to each technical decision of the Tour-X5. It’s not just about creating a helmet capable of moving between road and off-road, but to do so while maintaining the philosophy that has always characterized Arai.
Tour-X5: “exclusivity is not only in the image”
An essential aspect within the sector is undoubtedly the way the hull is constructed. At this point we can see how the Tour-X5 shell is mainly made of Super Fiber, a material 30% more resistant than conventional fiberglasscombined with an interior of Multi-density EPS designed to promote shock absorption.
Added to this are the double D-ring closure and the ECE 22.06 approvaltwo elements that reinforce its technical approach within Arai’s adventure range. Arai thus maintains one of its hallmarks: a rounded and soft shell, developed to reduce edges and maintain the general idea of brand protection.
A helmet designed to spend many hours on the motorcycle
Comfort cannot be limited to fit alone. The hypoallergenic and antibacterial fabric interior provides a better sensation in contact with the skin and contributes to maintaining a greater perception of hygiene when the helmet is used intensively. In addition, being removable and washable, it makes cleaning easier and helps keep the helmet in better condition as the kilometers go by.
Ventilation also gains prominence thanks to the front entry, the opening in the chin and the three adjustable Venturi extractorswhich help evacuate heat and internal humidity. Details that are appreciated when the trip adds up to hours, the pace increases or the off-road begins to demand more than expected.
The Tour-X5 incorporates a colorless screen with anti-scratch treatment, UV protection and Pinlock preparation. In addition, it includes as standard the Pinlock 120 XLTan especially useful aid to prevent the screen from fogging up when the temperature or road conditions change.
Adapting to any terrain is its strong point
The great virtue of the Arai Tour-X5 is its ability to change scenery without losing coherence. It can be used on the road or off-road, it includes a removable visor and allows you to adopt a configuration more oriented to road use without the need for additional parts.
The Tour-X5’s territory is on long trips, on the slopes, on road days and on those paths that begin just when it seemed that the route was already decided. A proposal for those looking for quality, but also character.
Available in sizes XS to XL, the Tour-X5 It has an official price of 899.95 euros in solid colorsand of 999.94 euros in versions with graphics. For more information and details about the Arai Tour-X5, or any other model in the current range of the Japanese firm, you can go directly to the official website of Bihr, the brand’s distributor in our country.
