Shoei's RF-1100 motorcycle helmet
Maverick - Sep 14, 2011

Shoei claims the RF-1100 to be unrivaled in every feature category and goes on to say there is not another helmet on the market that truly embodies motorcycling quite like the RF-1100. Building helmets is a passion at SHOEI, which is why they stopped at no end while evolving the RF-1100 into a best seller. Combining customer and dealer requests with state-of-the-art technology and everything learned over 50 years of premium helmet development has yielded the finest sport-touring full-face that money can buy. The groundbreaking RF-1100 is where aggressive styling meets SHOEI’s unrivaled attention to detail. The Evolution of Perfection never ends... 

With graphics and colors in 41 variations, there may be something for everyone from the Shoei created RF-1100 for 2012. Expect pricing from $440.99 to $551.99 with some versions priced at dealer discretion. 

It is always best to find a dealer with substantial inventory. Test drive your helmet of choice before you buy.  

Features of the RF-1100:

Q.R.S.A. (Quick Release Self-Adjusting) Base Plate System

Need to change from clear to tint? SHOEI's Quick Release Self-Adjusting (QRSA) base plate system includes a locking mechanism that allows you to do just that in a snap—no tools, no hassle, no problems!

Building on the successful QRBP, the QRSA maintains its predecessor's easy-to-use features–like our simple shield release and attachment, and shield preset lever–but offers a significant advantage. SHOEI's patented new spring-loaded technology featured in the QRSA eliminates the need to adjust base plates for proper sealing. Every time the shield is lowered, the spring-loaded base plates pull the shield back to contact the window beading evenly, ensuring a wind and waterproof seal.

CW-1 Shield

The all-new CW-1 shield is both wider and taller than the CX-IV that it replaces. In addition, the CW-1 shield protects SHOEI riders from 99% of the sun's damaging UVA and UVB rays, and our three-dimensional injection-molding process ensures distortion free vision. Another advantage of the CW-1 shield is its ability to work in conjunction with SHOEI's optional Pinlock system to deliver fog-free vision in even the most challenging conditions. The new CW-1 Pinlock lens is larger, and offers fog-free viewing to the very top of the helmet's larger eye port.

AIM+ Shell Construction (Snell M2010-Approved)

SHOEI's proprietary AIM+ technology combines fiberglass with organic fibers that are so strong they can only be cut with a laser. The end result is a stronger, lighter shell that will absorb and distribute the force of an impact safely and efficiently.

5 Shell Sizes

While some of our competitors rely on foam padding for fitting a wide range of customers, SHOEI offers an industry-leading five shell sizes in the new RF-1100 to ensure a custom fit for heads between the sizes of XXS-XXXL.

Shell-Integrated Spoiler

New shell forming technology created during the development of SHOEI's groundbreaking VFX-W motocross helmet has allowed SHOEI to eliminate the need for the plastic Aero Wing that was found on the RF-1000. This new technology has allowed SHOEI to incorporate the aerodynamic advantages of a spoiler into the shell of the helmet, while maintaining consistent shell thickness to guarantee proper strength and weight. This shell-integrated spoiler works to reduce lift during high-speed riding, just like the spoiler on a sports car.

Variable Ventilation System

The RF-1100's new shell features three (3) intake and six (6) exhaust vents in total. Wind tunnel testing revealed that the optimal location for exhaust vents is actually much higher on the rear portion of the helmet's shell than originally thought. Better ventilation and aerodynamic performance is achieved by separating the spoiler and exhaust vents. The exhaust vent holes have been relocated to take better advantage of negative pressure suction, dramatically improving exhaust ventilation. SHOEI's variable ventilation system allows riders to select the perfect balance between airflow and silence.

Dual-Layer EPS Liner

• Dual layer liner yields enhanced impact absorption by adjusting thickness and density in key areas
• Inner liner features air channels for efficient cooling
• Impact-absorbing EPS liner throughout the entire chin bar

Interior System

The RF-1100 is equipped with a fully removable, washable, and replaceable 3D center pad and multi-layer cheek pads. The RF-1100's 3D center pad components are three-dimensionally shaped to match the contours of a rider's head. This 3D fitment allows us to provide a helmet with an extremely comfortable fit, while maintaining the firm hold that is necessary for distraction-free, high-speed riding. The RF-1100's multi-layer cheek pads are available in six different thicknesses to allow riders to customize the fit of their new helmet. In addition, the liner features eyeglass channels and an integrated neck pad.

Chin Curtain

The chin curtain can be inserted into the lower edge of the chin bar to reduce wind turbulence and noise.

Breath Guard

The breath guard can be inserted into the upper edge of the chin bar to help reduce fogging by diverted exhausted breath down out the bottom of the helmet.

5-Year Warranty

• 5-Year Warranty From Purchase Date. 7-Year Warranty From Helmet Manufacture Date. Whichever comes first. 

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