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Here’s a great way to stay safe on the road and look like an absolute pro while you’re at it.
This year marks the 50th anniversary for Korean helmet manufacturer HJC, and they’ve been keeping themselves fairly busy as of late. A little while back, the company made their MotoGP-bred RPHA 1 and 1N helmets available to everyday riders, while the brand-new 10A action camera was introduced just a few weeks later.
At the beginning of October, the beloved Grand Prix returned to North American soil for the first time since the spring of 2019. HJC decided to launch a fresh color option for their state-of-the-art RPHA 1N lid to celebrate this long-awaited affair, namely the stunning Red Bull Austin GP livery. Not only does this whole shebang look absolutely gorgeous, but it is also the very first Red Bull-licensed brain bucket on the market!
Underneath the funky graphics, this bad boy packs the same tried and tested PIM+ shell construction found on other RPHA helmets, accompanied by a sweat-wicking Silvercool interior lined with anti-bacterial fabric. In addition, HJC’s track-ready helmet meets both DOT and ECE certification requirements, as well as FIM homologation standards, and features a five-year warranty.
Moreover, the Korean firm tests its products using a wind tunnel to improve ventilation and refine aerodynamics, resulting in maximum efficiency and superior comfort for the rider. The RPHA N1 comes equipped with HJC’s Pinlock Ready HJ-35 Shield – a high-grade visor that is said to “provide 99% UV protection.”
As you can probably imagine, this race-derived technology doesn’t exactly come cheap. The standard RPHA 1N is priced at around $700, while the Red Bull Austin GP colorway will cost you an additional 250 bucks. The special-edition helmet will hit the shelves in December, with an MSRP of $949.99 and sizes ranging from 2XS to 2XL. If looking like a MotoGP superstar on the road is your thing, be sure to visit HJC’s official website for more details!
At the beginning of October, the beloved Grand Prix returned to North American soil for the first time since the spring of 2019. HJC decided to launch a fresh color option for their state-of-the-art RPHA 1N lid to celebrate this long-awaited affair, namely the stunning Red Bull Austin GP livery. Not only does this whole shebang look absolutely gorgeous, but it is also the very first Red Bull-licensed brain bucket on the market!
Underneath the funky graphics, this bad boy packs the same tried and tested PIM+ shell construction found on other RPHA helmets, accompanied by a sweat-wicking Silvercool interior lined with anti-bacterial fabric. In addition, HJC’s track-ready helmet meets both DOT and ECE certification requirements, as well as FIM homologation standards, and features a five-year warranty.
Moreover, the Korean firm tests its products using a wind tunnel to improve ventilation and refine aerodynamics, resulting in maximum efficiency and superior comfort for the rider. The RPHA N1 comes equipped with HJC’s Pinlock Ready HJ-35 Shield – a high-grade visor that is said to “provide 99% UV protection.”
As you can probably imagine, this race-derived technology doesn’t exactly come cheap. The standard RPHA 1N is priced at around $700, while the Red Bull Austin GP colorway will cost you an additional 250 bucks. The special-edition helmet will hit the shelves in December, with an MSRP of $949.99 and sizes ranging from 2XS to 2XL. If looking like a MotoGP superstar on the road is your thing, be sure to visit HJC’s official website for more details!
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