Scorpion Exo 490 helmet

The Scorpion Exo 490 is a pleasing and practical lid that offers brilliant value at £129.99 (or just £99.99 for a plain colour).

It features a drop-down visor and a 3-position visor lock.

The helmet also features Scoripion’s SpeedShift system that makes changing the visor a quick and simple affair. And it is Pinlock ready however, you’ll have to splash out an extra £28 for an insert. 

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The Exo 490 takes on board the defining features of the Scorpion Exo-500 Air and presents them in a more affordable package.

The internals have a moisture wicking KwikWick2 padding, which is also removable and washable for those hotter summer months.

There are also multiple vents and a removable chin cover that’ll help regulate temperatures when it’s hot. 

The Exo 490 also comes with a reassuring 5-year warranty too.

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