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ARAI launches a special helmet inspired by the Isle of Man TT

The Isle of Man TT is no ordinary race. Its history, its difficulty, and the respect it inspires among fans have made the Tourist Trophy one of the symbols of motorcycling. Now, Arai honors this event with a limited edition of one of its helmets. The Japanese brand has revealed the RX-7V EVO IOM TT 2026 Limited Edition, a version developed on the RX-7V EVO platform and created to celebrate the 2026 edition of the TT.

This helmet was designed for both road racing enthusiasts and collectors, combining an elegant design with the protective technology that characterizes Arai.

One of its main aspects is the design. The graphics were developed in collaboration with Drudi Performance and feature a retro combination of black, white, and gold.

In addition, it incorporates several references to the world of the Tourist Trophy. Among them, the triskelion, the three-legged symbol associated with the Isle of Man, located on the top of the helmet, as well as the outline of the island and various visual references to the TT distributed throughout the paintwork. The relationship between Arai and the Isle of Man TT is not recent. The Japanese company has been linked to the event for over four decades and currently holds the position of Official Helmet Partner. Several TT riders regularly use their helmets, including names like Michael Dunlop, Ian Hutchinson, Conor Cummins, and Josh Brookes.

Beyond aesthetics, the helmet maintains the technical characteristics of the RX-7V EVO. The brand highlights its protection philosophy based on a rounded shell designed to promote energy dispersion in case of impact. It also maintains Arai's R75 concept, a key element of the Japanese brand and one that remains fundamental to many of its safety developments.

The RX-7V EVO IOM TT 2026 Limited Edition is already available in limited quantities and has become an indispensable item for Isle of Man enthusiasts. After all, for many motorcyclists, the TT is much more than just a race. And now it can also be part of their daily lives.

If you were at Motorcycle Live at the NEC in Birmingham, UK, you’ll have already seen it: Arai Helmet Europe has pulled the covers off its 2026 Isle of Man TT special edition helmet.

The RX-7V EVO IoM TT 2026 Limited Edition is the 17th special Arai created around the legendary road race where Arai is the Official Helmet Partner. The annual Arai TT special has been a cornerstone of the partnership that spans more than four decades.

At the heart of the helmet is Arai’s iconic shell shape, inspired by one of nature’s strongest forms – the egg. That relentless focus on protection has driven Arai to create rounder, stronger, smoother shells designed to deliver outstanding glancing-off performance. By continuously working to minimise the impact energy that enters a helmet, Arai’s pursuit of protection has led to the R75 shell – trusted by riders and racers across the globe, including those who take on the Mountain Course.

Designed by longtime collaborator Drudi Performance, Arai’s IoM TT 2026 brings you another stunning look inspired by the world’s ultimate road race.

The livery, presented on the iconic RX-7V EVO, features a retro-style black, white and gold base, with striking swoosh lines that capture the adrenaline and speed of the TT. Vibrant highlights in red, orange and blue pull the whole design together, while the wraparound TT logo dominates the sides of the helmet so there’s no mistaking where your passion lies. Brilliant white Triskelions sit proudly on the chin and crown, with golden “Tourist Trophy” text tying the logo and lines together. On the rear, you’ll find Drudi’s thumbprint icon alongside a bright red outline of the 37.73-mile-long Mountain Course – a subtle nod to every respected mile.

The RX-7V EVO IoM TT 2026 Limited Edition will be available online from May 2026, and in limited quantities at the Arai store at TT 2026. 

 

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