SHOEI will release a new neo-classic full-face helmet, the WYVERN ∅ (Wyvern Zero), priced at 59,400 yen (including consumption tax).
Pursuing the origins of the WYVERN series “Ø (Zero)”
A teaser image posted on SHOEI’s Facebook page. Shohei Higashimoto’s illustration tells the story of the WYVERN.
Among SHOEI helmets, the WYVERN had a unique design. The first model was released in 1997. Its name, which has its roots in medieval European dragons, and its outlaw styling, as seen in the movie “Mad Max,” matched the style of certain motorcyclists in the 1990s. Partly because the katana-riding protagonist in Shohei Higashimoto’s motorcycle manga “Kirin” wore it, the helmet not only lent itself to the aforementioned outlaw image but also a stoic, solitary image, earning it recognition as a model with a unique worldview. In 2003, it evolved into the WYVERN II with updated functionality, and was subsequently discontinued to much regret. However, it has now been revived as the “WYVERN Ø,” inheriting the history and tradition of the WYVERN series, and is now included in the SHOEI NEO CLASSIC LINE lineup.
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The helmet body inherits the spirit of the WYVERN series, and its sharp chin bar design and flat shell shape create a stylish frontal form. Its simple design stands out among the SHOEI NEO CLASSIC LINE.
The WYVERN Ø concept is to offer a comfortable riding experience that is in line with modern times while inheriting traditional shell design. The ventilation system combines functionality with a classic design. The wind taken in from the lower air intake is directed inside the shield and functions as a defroster, eliminating fogging on the shield. To reproduce the unique and stylish front form of the WYVERN series, the opening and closing shutter of the lower air intake is installed inside. This improves functionality without compromising design.
The three slits on the left and right sides of the chin bar, a distinctive feature of the Wyvern, are not only reminiscent of the design of the old Wyvern series, but also function as lower air outlets to expel hot air from the cheek area. The air passes through the air route inside the chin bar and is expelled from the cheek pad area, where heat tends to build up and fit snugly against the cheek. The simple upper air intake and top air outlet, with their old-fashioned look, have been thoroughly tested in our large-scale wind tunnel testing facility, and are shaped to enhance the Wyvern Ø design while also pursuing ventilation performance.
The shield uses the CWR-F2 shield, which has optimized curvature and thickness in different areas to enhance its optical properties. While achieving a clear field of view with minimal distortion, the shield’s quadratic curved shape accentuates its sharp form, enhancing the design of the WYVERN Ø. The shield lock uses a center lock system, which reduces deflection when opening and closing the shield, improving operability. It also improves the adhesion between the shield and the window beading (window rubber). In addition, the shield adjustment lever, which prevents fogging, allows you to adjust the adhesion. Furthermore, the rear of the shield is equipped with a pin for attaching an anti-fog sheet and a “vortex generator” that reduces driving noise.
The interior, which combines a soft fit with comfort while riding, uses a hybrid of highly moisture-absorbing and quick-drying fabric in areas where sweat tends to accumulate, and soft, raised fabric in areas that rub against the skin when putting on and taking off the helmet. The newly designed cheek pads have a voluminous bottom edge, and their soft conformability around the neck creates a comfortable fit and prevents noise from entering.
The WYVERN Ø embodies the romantic world of solitude, supremacy, and the straightforward pursuit of speed while maintaining modern comfort. It would look good on not only the mega sports bikes of the 2000s, but also power cruisers and naked bikes.
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Matte Black
Matte Slate Gray
Anthracite Metallic
Chalk Gray
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・Style that inherits the worldview of the WYVERN series
・AIM+, a high-performance shell structure based on a composite laminated structure of tough glass fiber and three-dimensional organic fiber, with the addition of high-performance organic fiber with high elasticity, resulting in a lightweight yet highly rigid and elastic shell
・Sophisticated ventilation function that combines WYVERN style with the latest functionality
・WYVERN’s distinctive chin bar slit
・Quiet design that can be felt even on long rides
・The newly developed CWR-F2 shield with a quadratic curved shape ensures a natural and clear field of vision
・Anti-fog sheet can be attached to prevent fogging of the shield, which can interfere with vision in cold or rainy weather
・Highly comfortable interior, using a hybrid design with highly absorbing and quick-drying fabric in areas prone to sweating and soft brushed fabric in areas that rub against the skin when putting on and
taking off the helmet ・Equipped with the EQRS (Emergency Quick Release System) for emergency helmet removal in case of an accident
Overview of SHOEI "WYVERN Ø"
■Price: 59,400 yen (including consumption tax)
■Colors: White, Pearl Black, Matte Black, Matte Slate Gray, Anthracite Metallic, Chalk Gray
■Sizes: XS (53 cm), S (55 cm), M (57 cm), L (59 cm), XL (61 cm), XXL (63 cm)
■Standards: JIS standards
■Structure: AIM+ (Advanced Integrated Matrix Plus Multi-Fiber)
■Shield: CWR-F2 shield
■Accessories: Cloth bag, breath guard, chin curtain, SHOEI logo sticker, anti-fog sheet, silicone oil, pin for spare anti-fog sheet
