Who owns Arai?

Today Arai Helmet Ltd. has factories in Saitama and Shinto, Japan, and is still a privately owned family business, now in the capable hands of Michio “Mitch” Arai, 81, and his son Akihito.

Who founded Arai?

Hirotake Arai, motorcycle enthusiast and founder of Arai Helmet, made a helmet for his own use in the early 1950s, which was the first motorcycle helmet made in Japan. Mr. Arai began by fashioning the mold himself, and all subsequent shell molds have continued to be produced on-site.

Is Shoei better than Arai?

Safety: Arai wins for potential collisions; but consider Shoei for long rides where fatigue could put you at risk for an accident. Fit: Arai offers three different fit options for ultimate flexibility. Shell construction: Tie, they are indistinguishable.

Who uses Arai in MotoGP?

Our two MotoGP riders, Marc Márquez and Dani Pedrosa put their trust in Shoei and Arai respectively to get the job done. We begin a series of two reports in which we talk to both brands to really find out how a World Championship rider's helmet is created, starting with Arai.

When was Arai founded?

ARAI established in 1966 is located at Pune, India. 150 km from Mumbai It was incorporated as Industrial Research Organisation formed by the Indian Automotive Industry, affiliated to the Ministry of Industry, Government of India.

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Is ARAI Government or private?

ARAI is an autonomous body affiliated to the Ministry of Heavy Industries, Government of India.

Who uses HJC in MotoGP?

HJC's professional athlete roster includes MotoGP riders Cal Crutchlow and Andrea Iannone, as well as a number of up and coming Moto2 and Moto3 racers. HJC is also a supporter of professional racing in the USA, with sponsored MotoAmerica Superbike riders Tonie Elias and Garrett Gerloff.

What helmet does Sebastian Vettel use?

Sebastian owns well over 100 helmets with a brightly painted shell, but for the 2018 Austin, Texas race part of the design has been moved to the inner part of his Arai helmet. The interior made of fireproof Nomex was printed by JMD using a new process.

Who makes Bell helmets?

Bell Sports is an American maker of bicycle and motorcycle helmets. The company is a subsidiary of Vista Outdoor, after BRG Sports –owner of Riddell football helmets– sold some of its brands (including Bell, Giro, C-Preme, and Blackburn) to Vista in 2016.

Is AGV or Shoei better?

If you care a lot about light weight, the AGV K6 is the clear choice. If you want the option of a photochromic faceshield, the Shoei RF-1200 is the obvious choice. If you are happy carrying both a clear and smoked faceshield and swapping them, the AGV is probably better for its slick shield-change mechanism.

Which is better HJC or Shoei?

The HJC RPHA 11 is the sportiest and most advanced helmet of the brand. In fact, it is equipped by some of the MotoGP riders. The Shoei NXR has a more sport-touring character, although it also has an aggressive line due to the integrated spoiler.

Is ARAI a Japanese brand?

Arai Helmet Limited (株式会社 アライヘルメット, Kabushiki-gaisha Arai Herumetto) is a Japanese company that designs and manufactures motorcycle helmets and other helmets for motorsports.

Is ARAI Japanese?

Arai (written: 新井 or 荒井) is a Japanese surname. "新井" means "new residence.” Notable people with the surname include: Akino Arai (born 1959), Japanese singer and lyricist.

What country makes ARAI helmets?

Today Arai Helmet Ltd. has factories in Saitama and Shinto, Japan, and is still a privately owned family business, now in the capable hands of Michio “Mitch” Arai, 81, and his son Akihito.

What helmet does Lewis Hamilton use?

Over half of the Formula 1 drivers, including Lewis Hamilton wear lids designed and manufactured by Bell Helmets. The back of Hamilton's helmet reads the quote, “We stand together”, and the sides have, 'love is love' written on it. He has used various kinds of helmets for different races.

What model is Lewis Hamilton helmet?

Spark 1:5 resin model of the Lewis Hamilton Mercedes helmet from the 2022 Formula One season.

What helmets do Formula 1 drivers wear?

Since 1954, Bell Helmets have been worn and trusted by more champions, in all forms of motorsports than any other brand and today is the leading supplier of FIA8860 helmets to athletes competing in Formula 1.

Which helmet brand is best?

Is KYT used in MotoGP?

KYT is the Indonesian helmet brand that exist in MotoGP 2018.

What brand are MotoGP helmets?

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Does Dainese own AGV?

Sharing similar track records for passion, creativity and world championship success, AGV was acquired by fellow Italian motorcycling innovator Dainese in July 2007, enabling the two companies to combine their leading expertise in advanced solutions delivering head-to-toe protection.

Where are HJC helmets made?

Further, HJC has two helmet factories in two different countries: Korea and Vietnam. These factories provide strategic venues to produce high end, mid, and entry-level products to satisfy the demands of consumers around the world.

Are Shoei made in Japan?

Just like the very first SHOEI helmet built by our founder back in 1959, every SHOEI today is still handmade in Japan utilizing a sophisticated process that involves over 50 people for each and every helmet.