SHOEI’s all-new QWEST embodies what every rider seeks to experience along the way. Revolutionary noise-reduction technology, unsurpassed long-distance comfort, advanced ventilation performance, a light weight, balanced fit and feel, and over 50 years of helmet-building experience have combined to deliver the finest touring helmet known to man.
Aerodynamic Shell Design
Aerodynamic properties are maximized through extensive wind tunnel and professional riders™ feedback
Dual Layer EPS liner enhances impact absorption and ventilation
Five shell and six EPS liner sizes present increased fit options that help to comfortably fit most head sizes
Molded air spoiler to reduce drag and lift as well as diminish weight pressure on the neck while riding at high speeds
Ventilation System
Upper Air Intake Vent is positioned to maximize air volume into the helmet interior
Large upper intake vent positioned to maximize performance in high wind conditions
Easy to operate large lower intake vent
Lower air intake/defroster vent reduces shield fogging and increases ventilation
The rear/neck outlets allow for effective air exhaust
Breath guard and chin curtain included
Lightweight Advanced Integrated Matrix Plus (AIM+)
High performance fiber materials are combined with extremely elastic organic fibers to create a shell structure that is ultra lightweight, rigid and resilient
Interior System
3-D center pad and multi-layered, polyurethane foam cheek pads
Cheek pads are replaceable or removable for maintenance
Eyeglass compatible interior
Standard Chin-Strap Clip
Neatly secures chin strap
CW-1 Shield and Q.R.S.A. System
Q.R.S.A. (Quick-Release Self-Adjusting) base plate allows for tool-less shield removal and installation. The spring-loaded base plate (U.S. patent pending 11/799935) pulls the shield back to contact the window beading evenly and ensures a proper seal
The CW-1, three-dimensionally curved shield is both wider and taller than the CX-1V it replaces
Optional, CWF-1 two-dimensional Pinlock® equipped racing shields with tear-off posts are available
Scratch-resistant coating 99.9% protection from harmful UV A & B rays
Optional, CW-1 Pinlock® prepared shields are available to accommodate Pinlock® Fog Free Inserts
A pre-set lever can easily lock the shield in place to prevent the shield from opening unexpectedly, as well as prop the shield open to increase airflow