Alpinestars · SM5
SM5 Racer TC-2
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The Alpinestars SM5 Racer TC-2 is a motocross/dirt bike helmet designed for off-road racing. It features a carbon fiber composite shell with an EPS liner and a removable chin bar (TC-2). The fit is generally aggressive and low-profile, suitable for riders with Intermediate Oval head shapes who prefer a tight, secure fit typical of MX helmets.
How to measure
Wrap a cloth measuring tape around your head just above your eyebrows and ears. Pull the tape comfortably snug, read the length, and repeat for consistency.
Design Concept & Background
"Ride Safe"
Built for aggressive dirt performance, the Alpinestars SM5 Racer TC-2 is crafted for intense dirt riding with ultra-wide goggle eyeport stabilization across punishing tracks and trails. Its High-Yield Impact-Resistant Polycarbonate / Lexan shell tips the scales at 1453g, channeling boundary-layer airflow to maintain a ~99 dB acoustic cabin profile while meeting DOT, ECE 22.05 impact standards. An ultra-breathable, antimicrobial interior liner stabilizes the helmet during aggressive terrain vibration, locked in securely with track-proven Double D-Ring retention.
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Rider Profile & Intended Use
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Product Concept & Specifications
Alpinestars (Italy)Engineering & Biomechanical Safety Analysis
Features Advanced multi-composite aerodynamic shell geometry engineered for optimal impact absorption and stability paired with Anti-scratch Class-1 optical shield with Pinlock anti-fog lens compatibility and toolless quick-release. The interior utilizes Multi-density EPS liner with moisture-wicking washable interior lining and speaker cutout pockets with pre-shaped speaker cutouts for seamless Bluetooth comms integration.
The SM5 Racer TC-2 is engineered as a high-integrity Dirt/MX protective system, utilizing a structural shell constructed from Polymer. This structural layup is engineered to provide progressive kinetic energy dissipation during impact deceleration, distributing localized shock across outer lamina layers while minimizing deformation transfer into the internal multi-density EPS liner.
Certified to ECE 22.05, DOT protocols, the architecture is subjected to rigorous linear deceleration limits and oblique impact evaluations to mitigate rotational acceleration forces associated with diffuse axonal injury. For a deeper breakdown of rotational thresholds and impact testing speeds, consult our ECE 22.06 vs DOT vs SNELL engineering benchmark.
Internal geometry follows a Intermediate Oval cranial profile, designed to mitigate focal pressure hot spots across the parietal ridges while maintaining uniform radial clamping pressure along the zygomatic arch. Riders seeking optimal retention stability and break-in guidance should review the cranial aspect ratios and head shape guide as well as our 3D cheek pad density protocol.
Shell composite integrity and acoustic sealing are further optimized through channelized EPS porting and aerodynamic laminar profiling. To learn how shell composites resist stress cracking under prolonged environmental cycling, inspect the composite material comparative matrix.
Fit & Shell Structure
Intermediate Oval Shape
Balanced oval fit: standard ergonomic curvature fitting 80%+ of riders.
Safety & Certifications
Acoustics & Aerodynamics
Technology & Convenience
Regional Legality & Compliance
Certified for use in the United States; meets DOT FMVSS 218 standards.
Compliant with ECE 22.05 regulations for use in European markets.
Accepted for use in Canada under DOT standards.
Regional Legality Guidance
Interactive Size & Fit Finder
The Alpinestars SM5 Racer TC-2 is a motocross/dirt bike helmet designed for off-road racing. It features a carbon fiber composite shell with an EPS liner and a removable chin bar (TC-2). The fit is generally aggressive and low-profile, suitable for riders with Intermediate Oval head shapes who prefer a tight, secure fit typical of MX helmets.
How to measure
Wrap a cloth measuring tape around your head just above your eyebrows and ears. Pull the tape comfortably snug, read the length, and repeat for consistency.
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