The new Nexx XG100 Bad Loser Helmet is an addition to the rapidly expanding genre of full face helmets with retro design queues. Each Bad Loser weighs in at a relatively light 1200 grams and has a shell made from multiaxial fiberglass, 3D organic fibers, special aramid fibers and carbon reinforcement. The design was developed in collaboration with Maria Riding Company – a custom motorcycle garage well-known for their vintage design flair.
Nexx ship each new helmet with a matching 3-snap peak visor and removable PC Lexan shield, the lining is removable/washable and the Bad Loser meets or exceeds the ECE 22.05 (Europe), the DOT (USA) and the NBR-7471:2001 (Brazil) certification standards.
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As the name implies, the new Bell Eliminator Carbon Helmet has a shell made from 6K carbon fiber, offering exceptional strength and a much lighter weight than traditional fiberglass shells. The Eliminator is one of the newer releases from Bell that appeared at the end of 2018, it has styling reminiscent of vintage auto racing…
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