# Best carbon fiber motorcycle helmets, with listed weights Source: https://lidandvisor.com/best/best-carbon-fiber-motorcycle-helmets Publisher: Lid & Visor. Picks are chosen from what each Amazon listing states, not from hands-on tests. Method: https://lidandvisor.com/how-we-pick Carbon fiber is the usual answer when a rider wants a lighter helmet, but the word covers a lot of ground. Some shells are full carbon laid by hand, some are carbon mixed with aramid or other fibers, and some are a carbon composite with no breakdown at all. The price gap is wide too, from about $320 for an HJC RPHA 11 Carbon to more than $1,500 for a Schuberth C5 or AGV Pista GP RR. The best way to judge the premium is a weight in grams, and only some listings give one. This guide compares eight helmets on what each Amazon listing states: the safety standards, the exact shell material wording, the weight if published, the size or shell range, and the shield and Pinlock setup. When a listing leaves a field out, the table says Not stated. Use the weight column first, then make sure the helmet type fits how you ride: track, sport touring, modular touring or retro. ## Picks ### 1. ScorpionEXO R1 Air Carbon Full Face Helmet Solid (Gloss Black - Medium) Certification: DOT FMVSS 218, ECE; Shell material: TCT-U 3K carbon fiber composite weave; Weight: 1,383 g / 3.05 lbs (size M); Sizes: XS-3XL, 3 shell sizes; Pinlock/Visor: Pinlock-ready MaxVision shield, insert and dark smoke shield included A full face sport helmet with a 3K carbon weave shell and a stated weight of 1,383 g in medium. It suits street and sport riders who want a published weight and DOT plus ECE marks for about $600. What the listing offers: - The listing gives a real weight, 1,383 g in medium, the lightest figure published in this guide. - A Pinlock anti-fog insert and a second dark smoke shield come in the box, per the listing. - Three shell sizes cover XS to 3XL, and the listing states a 5 year warranty. Limits to know: - The listing does not say which ECE version the helmet meets, so check whether it is 22.05 or 22.06. - It is a sport full face with no sun visor listed, which touring riders may miss. ### 2. Schuberth C5 Carbon Modular Motorcycle Helmet (Gloss Carbon - Large) Certification: DOT FMVSS 218; Shell material: Handmade full carbon; Weight: Approx. 1,580-1,600 g (XS-L), 1,770 g (XL-3XL); Sizes: XS-3XL (listing is Large); Pinlock/Visor: Not stated A full carbon modular touring helmet, laminated by one technician per shell, at about 1,580 to 1,600 g in smaller sizes. It suits touring riders who want a flip-up chin bar without the usual weight. What the listing offers: - The listing gives weights in grams for two size bands, so the carbon saving is easy to judge. - Prewired for the Schuberth SC2 intercom, with a dual chin intake that uses an exchangeable filter. - A micro-lock ratchet strap and a 5 year manufacturer warranty are both stated. Limits to know: - At about $1,549 it is one of the two most expensive helmets here. - The listing does not describe the shield, sun visor or Pinlock setup. ### 3. HJC RPHA 91 Carbon Noela Motorcycle Helmet with HJ-37 Pinlock Shield, DOT Approved (MC5, Large) Certification: DOT FMVSS 218; Shell material: Integrated Matrix EVO Carbon; Weight: Not stated; Sizes: Listing is size Large; Pinlock/Visor: HJ-37 Pinlock-ready shield, dark smoke sun visor installed A carbon modular touring helmet with a Pinlock-ready HJ-37 shield, an installed sun visor and 5 intakes with 7 exhausts. It suits commuters and tourers who want a flip-up for about half the Schuberth price. What the listing offers: - The sun visor is installed and the shield is Pinlock ready, a full touring setup out of the box. - The listing states 5 intakes and 7 exhausts for front-to-back airflow. - It is ready for SMART HJC 21B and 50B Bluetooth units, per the listing. Limits to know: - The shell is described as Integrated Matrix EVO Carbon with no fiber breakdown or weight. - At about $820 for this graphic, the Scorpion and HJC full face picks cost much less. ### 4. HJC RPHA 11 Carbon Litt Motorcycle Helmet with HJ-26 Pinlock Shield, DOT Approved (MC5SF, XX-Large) Certification: DOT FMVSS 218; Shell material: Carbon fiber outer shell; Weight: Not stated; Sizes: Listing is size XX-Large; Pinlock/Visor: HJ-26 Pinlock-ready shield, Pinlock lens and dark smoke visor included A carbon fiber sport full face at about $324 that ships with a dark smoke visor and Pinlock lens. It suits riders who want a carbon shell at the entry price and ride mostly in daylight. What the listing offers: - At about $324, it is the cheapest carbon fiber shell in this guide. - The listing says it comes with a 2D dark smoke visor and the Pinlock lens. - Interchangeable cheek pads across sizes and SMART HJC Bluetooth readiness are listed. Limits to know: - No weight is published, so the carbon benefit cannot be compared in grams. - This listing is size XX-Large only; other sizes may be priced differently. ### 5. BELL Race Star DLX Flex Grid Carbon Motorcycle Helmet - Ultraviolet, XX-Large Certification: DOT FMVSS 218; Shell material: 3K carbon fiber; Weight: Not stated; Sizes: 5 shell sizes, 6 liner sizes (listing is XX-Large); Pinlock/Visor: ProTint photochromic shield Bell's race-style helmet with a 3K carbon shell, five shell sizes and a ProTint photochromic shield that darkens in sunlight. It suits sport and track day riders who want one shield for day and dusk. What the listing offers: - Five shell sizes and six impact liner sizes are listed, more than any other helmet here. - The ProTint photochromic shield darkens in bright sun, so one shield covers changing light. - Magnetic cheek pads, a washable liner and a zip helmet bag are part of the stated package. Limits to know: - No weight is listed, which matters at about $1,000. - This listing states DOT only; Snell or ECE marks are not mentioned here. ### 6. AGV K6 S Full Face Motorcycle Helmet (Nardo Gray, Large) Certification: Not stated; Shell material: Carbon-aramid fiber composite; Weight: Not stated; Sizes: Listing is size Large; Pinlock/Visor: Panoramic visor, 190 degree horizontal view A carbon-aramid full face road helmet with a wind-tunnel shaped shell and a visor with a 190 degree horizontal field of view. It fits sport touring riders who want a light shell without race pricing. What the listing offers: - The listing describes a carbon-aramid composite shell and calls it one of the lightest road full face helmets in its class. - A 190 degree horizontal field of view is stated for the visor. - The interior is listed as removable, washable and waterproof, with reflective inserts. Limits to know: - This listing does not state DOT, ECE or any other certification, so confirm it on the box or AGV site. - No weight in grams is given, which undercuts the lightweight claim. ### 7. AGV Pista GP RR E2206 DOT MPLK INTREPIDO MATT Carbon/Black/RED L Certification: DOT FMVSS 218, ECE 22.06 (per title), FIM homologated; Shell material: 100% carbon fiber; Weight: Not stated; Sizes: 4 shell sizes (listing is Large); Pinlock/Visor: Not stated A replica of AGV's racing helmet with a 100% carbon shell, four shell sizes and five-density EPS. It suits track riders who want FIM homologation as well as street-legal DOT marking. What the listing offers: - FIM homologation is stated, which matters for riders entering races that require it. - Four shell sizes and five-density EPS developed in four sizes are listed. - The listing states DOT FMVSS 218 for legal road use in the United States. Limits to know: - At roughly $1,590, it is the most expensive helmet in this guide and is built for the track first. - The listing gives no weight and no shield or Pinlock details. ### 8. BELL Bullitt Carbon Helmet (X-Large) (Matte Black) Certification: Not stated; Shell material: Low-profile carbon composite; Weight: Not stated; Sizes: 3 shell and EPS sizes (listing is X-Large); Pinlock/Visor: Not stated A retro full face based on the first Bell Star, with a low-profile carbon composite shell and three shell sizes. It suits cafe and cruiser riders who want vintage looks in a lighter shell. What the listing offers: - The only retro-styled carbon helmet here, for riders who want a vintage look. - Three shell and EPS sizes are listed, which keeps the profile small on smaller heads. - The carbon composite shell is described as low profile. Limits to know: - This listing does not state a certification; check for DOT marking before buying. - No weight, shield or Pinlock details are listed, so it is hard to compare with the sport picks. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.