HJC FG-17 Sportbike HelmetHJC Helmets, which has been exclusively manufacturing motorcycle helmets since 1971, has released an all-new full-face sportbike lid – the FG-17.
The FG-17 is an affordable sport/street helmet – retailing between $189.99-$239.99 – that was developed and tested in the HJC Wind Tunnel. The FG-17 helmet arrives in three difference shell sizes, and features a SilverCool interior, Pinlock faceshield, RapidFire II Shield Replacement, and ACS Advanced Channeling Ventilation System.And for MotoGP fans, HJC is offering the helmet in “Lorenzo X-Fuera,” a design similar to what newly-signed HJC rider Jorge Lorenzo wears while piloting his Yamaha Factory Racing YZR-M1 prototype.Following are the features of the HJC FG-17 motorcycle helmet. Stay clicked to Ultimate MotorCycling for review before the helmet hits the stores.HJC FG-17 Features:
This race-ready helmet was developed and tested in the full-sized HJC Wind Tunnel Lab.
Advanced Fiberglass Composite Shell: Lightweight, superior fit and remarkable comfort using advanced CAD technology.
For a more comfortable and exact fit, the FG-17 comes in 3 different shell sizes: 1st shell for XS-S sizing, 2nd for M-L sizing and 3rd for XL-3XL sizing.
Impact-absorbing multiple-density EPS liner.
SilverCool interior: Moisture-wicking and odor-free liners with advanced anti-bacterial fabric. Crown and cheek pads are fully removable and washable.
All sizes of cheek pads are interchangeable in all helmet sizes for custom fitting.
Optically superior Pinlock-prepared faceshield: New 3D design provides 98% UV protection, features anti-scratch coating and is prepared for the anti-fog Pinlock insert.
RapidFire II Shield Replacement System: Quick, secure, tool-less removal and installation.
ACS Advanced Channeling Ventilation System: Full front-to-back airflow flushes heat and humidity up and out.