West, a seasoned competitor with an extensive career in MotoGP, World Supersport, and various international racing championships, brings decades of experience to the partnership. His aggressive yet calculated racing style demands top-tier protection, making Kabuto Helmets the perfect fit for his 2025 campaign.

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“I’m thrilled to be partnering with Kabuto,” said West. “Their helmets offer incredible aerodynamics, lightweight design, and uncompromising safety, everything a rider needs to stay protected at the highest levels of competition. I’m excited to put their gear to the test on the track this season.”

Kabuto Helmets, a brand with a strong reputation for innovation and cutting-edge helmet technology, expressed enthusiasm about welcoming West to their roster of elite riders.

“We are proud to have Anthony West represent Kabuto Helmets in 2025,” said Chris Lynis, Kabuto Helmets Australian brand manager. “His experience and passion for racing align perfectly with our brand values. We look forward to supporting him throughout the season.”

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As West embarks on his 2025 racing journey, fans can expect to see him sporting the Kabuto brand, engineered for superior performance and safety. His collaboration with the brand further solidifies Kabuto’s presence in the world of professional motorcycle racing.

For more information on Anthony West and Kabuto Helmets, visit www.kabuto.com.au or follow their social media channels for the latest updates.

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Back by popular demand is the redesigned Moto-9s Flex—the refinement of a long-standing industry leader. This strong, lightweight helmet carries over Bell’s time-tested traditions of performance and advanced safety standards. Packed inside are three material layers that protect at different impact speeds and redirect rotational energy.

Check out the 2023 Bell Helmets dirt catalogue here…

Bell say protection like this is what gives their motocross and off-road racers the confidence to go big. You still get the unbeatable ventilation of the flexible, segmented liner that adapts to the shape of your head for a custom feel. Top off this no-compromise design with Bell’s Tri-Matrix shell, delivering all the strength of carbon fibre in a more budget-friendly package for value that’s unheard of. 

Cassons have you sorted with a whole range of cool colourways and sizes to keep you safe out on the dirt without breaking the bank. Contact them here for availability information!

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The new Star Flex is a claimed 10% lighter and now includes the Panovison Dark smoke shield in the box (Australia only). Bell say that the Race Star Flex DLX is the ultimate choice for the racer with a day job – where every race weekend decision counts. Offering all the features and protection of its siblings, the Race Star utilizes a 3k carbon fibre shell and is packed with technology.

Bell have also said that the proprietary Flex liner provides comprehensive protection, Magnefusion cheek pads ensure comfort with optimal fit. For Australian racers, the Race Star Flex DLX comes with a Panovision Pinlock Clear shield installed and an additional Panovision Dark Smoke Pinlock with Tear-Off Posts shield in the box. You can pick the limited edition Dunne version for an RRP of $1299.95.

Check out the 2022 Bell Helmets Australian Catalogue here…

Key Features:

• 10% lighter weight than Race Star
• Panovision Raceview Viewport
• Panovision ProTint Photochromatic face shield included
• Flex Impact Liner
• 3K Carbon Shell
• Triple-density cheek pads
• Virus Cool Jade Mesh Liner
• Magnefusion cheekpads
• Field tested and developed by working with professional riders on the track
• Optimized aerodynamics using Bell’s state-of-the-art wind tunnel, the Bell Star’s aerodynamics have been fine-tuned with advanced riding simulations
• 5 EPS and 5 shell sizes allows a more proportional fit and improved performance, especially at high speeds
• Speaker pockets
• Zippered helmet bag included
• Meets or exceeds Snell M2015 and DOT certifications

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As one of the leaders in head protection, one thing has stayed the same since Bell developed their first full-face motocross helmet in 1975—they never stop breaking their own boundaries. Thriving on the progression of helmet development, Bell say they’re determined not to follow trends, but create leading solutions to make riders safe while they perform at their best.

Meet the Moto-10 Spherical—the evolution of the Bell Moto series. Born from the needs of top athletes around the world, the Moto-10 is Bell’s most advanced off-road helmet that they claim, sets a new industry standard. As a direct result of their athletes’ influence and feedback, the Moto-10 achieves a winning combination of increased protection, weight reduction, and extreme airflow, enhancing the rider’s experience and confidence. Combine Bell’s new technologies with their favoured fit and aggressive styling and the Moto-10 emerges as the front-runner.

Now available in plenty of different colour schemes starting at an RRP of $1199.95 ($1,299.95 for the Day In The Dirt 2023 Livery)! Contact Cassons for stock more availability info, head here to check out the latest Bell Australian Catalogue.

Key Features:

• Spherical MIPS technology
• Segmented 3K Carbon Fiber shell construction
• Thermal exchange airflow system
• NMR (No Missed Races) Bumpers
• Bumpers constructed with EPP material
• Panoramic goggle port
• Sweat management
• VIRUS COOLJADE removable comfort liner
• Magnefusion Magnetic emergency release cheek pads
• Flying bridge visor with air intake vents

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Since I started riding, I’ve been pretty loyal to AGV and Shark when it comes to lids. I’ve got quite the collection but for the past year I’ve only been wearing my AGV K3 S-V since it’s so comfortable. It has seen plenty of road tests, track days and it has even been my choice for when I take my go-kart out.

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It’s about time a new contender entered my personal helmet rotation and the 6D ATS-1R has already impressed me. Unboxing it, I was welcomed with quality packaging, three visors (including the clear one that comes on the helmet) and a Pinlock system.

Pulling it out of the box and the ATS-1R is secured by a zip up back instead of a conventional cloth helmet bag, this properly protects your lid from any bumps or scratches when storing/transporting it. Unzipping the bag and I’m greeted with a solid black colour, changing it up from my usual eccentric colour scheme choice. The solid gloss black colour scheme works well to show off the carbon-fibre outer shell, subtle in the dark but looks great when the sun hits it.

First course of action is getting rid of that clear visor, my refusal to look up the instructions proved handy as it showed that the visor couldn’t be removed by accident or pressure. After searching up how to properly do it, a latch on each side pops the visor straight out. McLeod’s sent me a choice between a Dark Smoke (anti-scratch and anti-fog) and Light Smoke (just anti-scratch but Pinlock ready) and of course I went for the darker one!

Throwing the lid on for the first time and it’s pretty roomy inside. My long nose has plenty of space, my cheeks sit comfortably against the padding with my usual XL size and my glasses don’t feel like they’re digging in at all!

Under the chin is a small fabric guard with some elasticity that tucks in well to properly seal off your head in its own cockpit. I haven’t had a lid like this before and I never realised how much a difference it makes in terms of comfort and protection from the elements.

The helmet itself is relatively light, weighing in at 1640 grams, it’s definitely not one of the lightest on the market or in my collection but it doesn’t feel heavy on my head at all. In terms of visibility, its fine for the road and we will see how it goes on track in full tuck.

Other features include a conventional double d ring strap, plenty of vents to help your head stay cool and an emergency release system which seems to be an industry standard across all lids now. I’m looking forward to putting it to the test with my daily riding soon, check back in a few months for a full review of the 6D ATS-1R helmet!

Tech Talk
The brand name name “6D” is a reference to the engineering term 6 Degrees of Freedom, which refers to the ability to move three dimensionally on the X,Y and Z axis, including rotation about each axis. The Omni-Directional Suspension system utilises this term to maximise its ability to absorb and mitigate energy. Read further into their Omni-Directional Suspension system here.

This impact system is improved over the last model ATS-1R, with the new design taking heavy inspiration from the ATR-2 motocross helmet. For 2022, 6D have shed 200 grams off the total weight with the new lid weighing in at 1560 grams (medium).

For comfort, they’ve redesigned the shield base plates for an improved feeling and seal.  The fitment as a whole has been improved thanks to a larger shell opening and cheek pad shape, combined with a new chin curtain and neck cuff. The internal breath guard directs fresh air up the inside of the shield, while exhausting breath down and out to reduce fogging.

6D know not everyone’s head is the shape, so they have multiple pad options available to help you feel comfortable. All of these features are wrapped up neatly in a 3K carbon fibre shell with three visor options: clear, light smoke and dark smoke. All of which are VESC-8 certified and anti-scratch. A clear Pinlock 120 anti-fog insert is also included. 

The 6D ATS-1R is available now at your local motorcycle store or through McLeod’s Accessories for an RRP of $999.95 in a choice of gloss black, matte black, gloss silver, grey and gloss white.

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“From a young age I have always recognized Arai as the safety and comfort leader in the helmet industry, so when the opportunity to wear them came up I jumped at the chance, the Fit and vision for me is perfect and the advanced air flow system In the helmet makes fogging and heat in the helmet non existent. Arai’s experience and technology is still the industry leader in race helmets” he said.

Glenn is the conduit to entertain, educate, create and connect. His passion to ride motorcycle started at the age of 4 but quickly moved into racing. At 8 yo he started to compete in Motocross and started to win multiple Junior MX championships. 

With over 30 years in motorcycling racing, wins in Motocross and Australian Superbikes with ASBK proves Glenn Allerton the results and is perfect match to the race developed Arai RX-7V Helmet.

Glenn Allerton Has a Reputation as a fighter to the checkered flag!

• 2008 Australian Superbike Championship – Honda – 1st
• 2009 Australian Superbike Championship – Honda – 2nd
• 2010 Australian Superbike Championship – Honda – 3rd
• 2011 Australian Superbike Championship – BMW – 1st
• 2013 Australian Superbike Championship – BMW – 2nd
• 2014 Australian Superbike Championship – BMW – 1st
• 2021 Australian Superbike Championship – BMW – 2nd
  

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Bryan Staring has also made the move to Arai Helmets for the 2022 season, also wearing the top of the line RX-7V lid. 

“Racing in Arai helmets is the dream for me. I couldn’t be happier to have the support of this well known manufacturer with an enormous history of being the helmet of choice for the world’s top riders. When selecting a helmet, there are many things that are important, like crash testing and safety standards, the quality of the materials in the shell, the fit and the energy absorption of the EPS foam.”

“Then for specific racing use, the ventilation, field of view and antifog capacity for racing in the rain, are all points to consider. Arai is a premium brand that excel in every one of these requirements.” he said.

Bryan Staring – Career Highlights:

• 2004 125GP Australian Champion
• 2009 Australian Supersport Champion
• 2010 Australian Superbike Champion
• World Superstock 1000 Race Winner – 2012
• Former MotoGP Rider – 2013
• Former WSBK Rider – 2014

The RX-7V represents the summit of Arai’s knowledge, experience and know-how in helmet technology. With a PB-SNC² outer shell, the revolutionary VAS (“Variable Axis System”) visor system and a significant increased smoother area around the temples, the RX-7V offers the new benchmark in the premium helmet segment.

From the anti-microbial material liner with an even slimmer frame, to the ducts, improved diffuser and the integrated Air Channels, every part shows the attention to detail that is so typical for Arai. Arai has continually improved the “glancing off” performance by learning from real scenarios.

Click here to find out more about the Arai RX-7V…

Thanks to the stronger, smoother shell and VAS, the RX-7V is closer to the ideal lid shape than ever. With VAS, the visor mounting position is lowered 24mm in pursuit of the ideal smoother shape that raises the ability of glancing off energy. As a result, this has made it possible for the shell to be completely smooth above the test line of the Snell standard.

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Remy’s debut in MotoGP takes place exactly 30 years after the retirement of WayneGardner – Remy’s father and 1987 world champion in class 500cc – putting the young rider in the limelight and creating high hopes and expectations.

In 2014, at just 16, Remy began racing in the Moto3 class World Championship with KTM, going on, in 2016, to class Moto2 with the Red Bull KTM Ajo team. In 2021, having achieved 12 placings and five wins, he wound up an incredible season as the current Moto2 World Champion.

Now, in 2022, at just 24 years of age, he is taking the leap to face a new MotoGP challenge, a turning point for every rider’s career. After the first track tests, Remy Gardner is working on his physical fitness and technical preparation, and in selecting his inseparable companions puts the official seal on his important partnership with OGK KABUTO, the leading Japanese brand in the bike and motorcycle helmet trade.

Throughout the season Remy Gardner will race wearing the Japanese company’s Racing Flag ship F-17 helmet, a new integral racing model that adopts the latest aerodynamic technology, Kabuto say it’s a guarantee of safety and innovation at the service of motorcyclists. Read more about it here.

“For me it is a dream to race in MotoGP! We have a lot to learn, and a long road ahead. But I can’t wait to start! The first test was like a teaser, and the real work will start in Malaysia! Hopefully we can fight for rookie of the year and have a good first season! Thank you to everyone for the support” said Remy. 

Kabuto F-17 Helmet 

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“Very very simply put I don’t compromise on safety at all and Arai is in my opinion without doubt the most advanced and safety conscious helmet producer in the market.  When I first got involved with racing my father used an Arai; all the real road racers of the time, heroes like Joey Dunlop and Kevin Schwantz wore an Arai, so it was one of those helmets that I always wanted to wear.” 

“When I first started in motocross I used Arai and when I came to road racing there was no question which brand I wanted to be involved with.  Aside from one year where the team I rode with had a deal with another manufacturer, I have always worn Arai.”

Cassons Australia are the supplier for Arai helmets nationwide, they have a massive catalogue full of the latest lids, you can check out their latest stock here.

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An internal flip down sun-visor, and the ability to seamlessly integrate with the Sena SRL2 Communication System makes the Neotec II the pinnacle of modular helmet design with no-compromise to full face protection.

The Neotec II has a new ventilation system with inlets at the upper head and chin area, as well as outlets at the back, dramatically improving ventilation. The aerodynamics are also improved back in 2018, making it what Shoei claim to be one of the quietest touring helmets on the market today.

There is now an integrated spoiler, integrated vortex generator and new aero deflector chin spoiler. The cheek pads include a noise isolator for maximum noise reduction and comfort, while the interior is completely removable and washable. The leather chin strap is also wider, to further block excess airflow and wind noise. The visor is 3D-molded (CNS-3) and offers extra wide vision and great sealing.

Click here to see the latest Shoei catalogue from McLoed Accessories here. The Shoei Neotec II Jaunt will be landing in stores this month for an RRP of $1199.90. Available in sizes XXS – XXL. 

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The racing inspired lid has a Polycarbonate/ABS shell construction and weighs in at just 1380grams! The Coolmax liner is ultra-plush and is easily removed to be washed.

The adjustable visor design helps you set the 5 SRS how you like and the multiple air vents will keep you cool and dry!

The O’Neal 5 SRS is available through Cassons here or at your local motorcycle store. Sizing starts at XS and goes up to 2XL while pricing is set at $179.95! Check out the 2021 O’Neal catalogue here. It includes plenty of high quality and affordable riding gear to keep you safe out on the dirt without breaking the bank, grab a new lid today!

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