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Shoei · GT-Air 3

Shoei GT-Air 3 Discipline TC-2

SPÉCIFICATION TECHNIQUE VÉRIFIÉE Touring ECE 22.06, DOT AIM 1550g
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Quick Facts at a Glance

Category Tourisme
Certifications ECE 22.06, DOT
Measured Weight 1550 g
Shell Material AIM
Head Shape Fit Intermediate Oval
Retention System Double D-Ring
SAFETY & CERTIFICATIONS

Verified Safety Snapshot

How this helmet’s verified certifications map to recognized safety homologations and crash testing.

Certified Homologation ✓ DOT, ECE 22.06
Rotational Protection Yes (Rotational Mitigation)
SHARP Impact Score 5/5 Stars (SHARP UK)
Retention Mechanism Double D-Ring
Emergency Release System Not specified

Safety standards compliance is based on official manufacturer documentation and public safety laboratory test results. Always verify regional compliance labels on the physical helmet prior to use.

FIT & SIZING

Verified Fit & Sizing Guide

Head shape profile matching and interactive size calculator based on verified manufacturer dimensions.

Your Head Circumference 57 cm
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Select Head Shape Profile
Recommended Helmet Size
Medium
Optimized contours.
Perfect for standard intermediate head profiles.

Designed for a balanced fit suitable for touring; slightly roomier in the rear compared to the GT-Air 2.

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"

The Shoei GT-Air 3 is a benchmark Touring helmet crafted in Japan 🇯🇵. Built around Advanced Integrated Matrix Plus (AIM+) 6-layer organic fiber and fiberglass composite shell, it is engineered specifically for Intermediate Oval ergonomics. Designed for aggressive forward tuck and sport-touring postures, delivering maximum high-speed aerodynamic stability and full-coverage chin protection. Engineered in Tokyo for peak aero-acoustics and track stability.

Key Highlights:

Coque en Advanced Integrated Matrix Plus (AIM+) Calotin intérieur en EPS à double couche Coussinet central 3D et coussinets latéraux multicouches Ventilations réglables et protège-nez Pinlock MaxVision inclus Large champ de vision et écran transparent Système de déverrouillage rapide d’urgence Garantie de 5 ans

Rider Profile & Intended Use

Riding Style Tourisme
Helmet Category Tourisme
Internal Fit Shape Intermediate Oval
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Product Concept & Specifications

Shoei (Japan)

Engineering & Biomechanical Safety Analysis

Features Advanced Integrated Matrix Plus (AIM+) 6-layer organic fiber and fiberglass composite shell paired with CWR-F2 3D injection-molded visor with Pinlock EVO lens inserts and vortex generators along the shield edges. The interior utilizes Dual-layer multi-density EPS with internal cooling channels and 3D Max-Dry custom cheek pad fitment with pre-shaped speaker cutouts for seamless Bluetooth comms integration.

The Shoei GT-Air 3 Discipline TC-2 is engineered as a high-integrity Touring protective system, utilizing a structural shell constructed from AIM. 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 22.06, 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.

Construction de la coque AIM Matériau structurel extérieur
Measured Weight 1550 g (3.42) Poids approximatif en taille moyenne
Warranty 2 Years Durée de la couverture du fabricant
Cas d’utilisation principal Tourisme Orientation de conduite optimisée

Safety & Certifications

Certification DOT, ECE 22.06 Norme de sécurité certifiée
Rotational Protection Yes (Rotational Mitigation) Atténue l'impact rotationnel
Déverrouillage d’urgence Not specified Retrait rapide des mousses de joues
Sangle de rétention Double D-Ring Type de boucle de jugulaire
Évaluation d’impact SHARP 5/5 Score vérifié au test d’impact SHARP UK

Acoustics & Aerodynamics

Niveau sonore 86 dB Bruit du vent mesuré à vitesse élevée
Ventilation 9/10 Évaluation des performances de ventilation
Testé en soufflerie Not specified Aérodynamisme optimisé de la calotte
Pinlock antibuée Non inclus Insert antibuée pour visière

Technology & Convenience

Intégration des communications Generic Speaker Cutouts Disponibilité d’une découpe pour intercom
Compatible avec les lunettes Not specified Rainures pour lunettes dans la doublure intérieure
Système de visière Not verified Écran solaire intégré escamotable
Intérieur amovible Not verified Modules de doublure lavables

Regional Legality & Compliance

🇺🇸 US Street Legal
Required: DOT

Meets DOT FMVSS 218 standards.

🌐 CA Street Legal
Required: DOT, ECE 22.06

Compliant with regional safety regulations.

🌐 MX Street Legal
Required: DOT, ECE 22.06

Meets standard safety requirements for motorcycle helmets.

🇯🇵 JP Restricted
Required: JIS

ECE 22.06 and DOT certifications are not equivalent to mandatory JIS T 8133 certification.

Regional Legality Guidance

US

Status: Street Legal

Required: DOT

Meets DOT FMVSS 218 standards.

CA

Status: Street Legal

Required: DOT, ECE 22.06

Compliant with regional safety regulations.

MX

Status: Street Legal

Required: DOT, ECE 22.06

Meets standard safety requirements for motorcycle helmets.

JP

Status: Restricted

Required: JIS

ECE 22.06 and DOT certifications are not equivalent to mandatory JIS T 8133 certification.

Certification Documents & References

  • DOT (US) - US Department of Transportation - Reference
  • ECE 22.06 (EU) - Economic Commission for Europe - Reference

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Data Confidence & Verification Provenance

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Manufacturer Source
Shoei Official Specification
Safety Testing Agency
ECE 22.06, DOT Homologation Record
Verification Status
✓ Verified Data
Last Audit Date
2026-09-19