At the recently held Nagoya Motorcycle Show, Dirt Freak, a manufacturer of specialized off-road equipment, exhibited a booth. From the "DFG" brand of riding gear produced by the company, the "Ace Helmet," an entry-level off-road helmet, was on display. The solid model will be priced at approx. 128 USD (including tax) and the graphic model at approx. 142 USD (including tax), available in a total of four colors and scheduled to arrive sequentially from May of this year.
The price is very reasonable for an off-road helmet, but how well does it perform?
The most powerful helmet in terms of cosmetics, packed with the performance needed for off-road riding!
The new Ace helmet was on display at the Dirt Freak booth at the Nagoya Motorcycle Show.
DFG (Dirt Freak Gear) has released a series of off-road clothing and boots since last year.
Dirt Freak, which has been involved in off-road motorcycle products for more than 30 years, has now launched its off-road riding gear. Designed with the entry-level off-road rider in mind, their easy-to-use and reasonably priced products are gaining popularity.
The Ace Helmet is no exception to the rule and is based on the concept of being reasonably priced and ideal for entry-level users. It features patented technology with superior safety features, as well as comfortable specifications that allow for the use of intercoms and glasses. In addition, the interior is shaped to fit Japanese people, providing a comfortable fit in any riding situation. Furthermore, the helmet is SG-rated for use on public roads, making it a very flexible helmet that can be used not only for sports riding but also for daily use.
The helmet weighs 1350g (±50g) for XS/S/M and 1500g (±50g) for L/XL, which is surprisingly light for the price. Even if you wear it for a long time, neck fatigue will be suppressed.
Since off-road riding is very active and causes sweating, 9 large vents are placed in the front and rear to cool the head efficiently.
The visor is made of a highly flexible material (polyacetylene). This reduces visor damage in the event of a fall.
The cheek pads are designed to have a generous space where the crane of the eyeglasses rests, reducing pressure when wearing eyeglasses.
Equipped with speaker hole for intercom.
※ Hole diameter: approx. 45 mm / Hole depth: approx. 8 mm.
Holes for the intercom and other cords are placed on the cheek pads
Patented "ERT" technology protects the head from minute impacts!
What is interesting is the blue mesh-like sheet embedded in all directions inside the helmet. This is an interior part that I have never seen before, but that is because it is a special impact reduction foam called "ERT (Energy Reduction Technology)," which is the result of DFG's patented technology. The soft polymer material and its specialized shock-absorbing shape absorb impact energy.
ERT absorbs and disperses the impact that causes concussions and brain trauma
ERTs are placed tightly on the inside of the helmet. Mesh processing to reduce unevenness inside.
They are covered with comfort liners and cheek pads like this. Of course, each part is washable.
Conventional off-road competition helmets can absorb impacts large enough to cause serious brain damage, but they cannot protect against small impacts that can cause concussions, and many riders retire from races as a result. However, they cannot protect against small impacts that can cause concussions, and many riders have retired from races as a result. The ERT can absorb and disperse such small impacts, allowing riders to enjoy off-road riding with greater peace of mind. Of course, the ERT is also effective in everyday use, so it is very reassuring when touring.
This is one of the most reasonably priced off-road helmets. Regardless of whether you ride off-road or not, it may be well worth considering purchasing.
DFG Ace Helmet
Price: Matte black, white approx. 128 USD (including tax) Black/silver, black/red approx. 142 USD (including tax)
Scheduled to arrive in May
Standard:SG Standard
Weight: XS/S/M: 1350g (±50g), L/XL: 1500g (±50g)
Material: Shell: PC/ABS, Visor: PA, Interior: EPS (Expanded Polystyrene)
Size:XS (53-54cm), S (55-56cm), M (57-58cm), L (59-60cm), XL (61-62cm)
Color:matte black, white, black/silver, black/red
Matte Black
Ace Helmet Matte Black
Ace Helmet Matte Black
Ace Helmet Matte Black
White
Ace Helmet White
Black/Silver
Ace Helmet Black/silver
Black/Red
Ace Helmet Black/Red
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