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Two premium full-face helmets with an internal sun visor and a Pinlock in the box. The Shark bets on carbon and weight; the HJC on shell sizes and fit.
Head to head
| Spec | Shark Spartan GT Pro Carbon | HJC RPHA 71 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 8.5 | 8.6 |
| Safety | 8.8 | 9.0 |
| Comfort | 8.6 | 8.8 |
| Quietness | 8.0 | 8.6 |
| Ventilation | 8.6 | 8.2 |
| Value | 8.0 | 8.2 |
| Weight | 1,450 g | 1,567 g |
| Approval | ECE 22.06 | ECE 22.06 |
| Shell sizes | 2 | 4 |
| Shell material | Carbon fibre and multi-axial glass fibre | Composite fibre PIM+ (carbon, glass and aramid) |
| Internal sun visor | Yes | Yes |
| Pinlock anti-fog | Included (120 Max Vision) | Included |
| Fastening | — | Double D-ring |
| Sizes | XS to XXL | XS to XXL |
Highlighted in orange: the winner of each measurable spec. Manufacturer data.
Weight: Shark wins
Around 1,450 g for the Spartan GT Pro Carbon and around 1,567 g for the RPHA 71, according to their makers.
Shell sizes: HJC wins
The RPHA 71 comes in four shell sizes; the Spartan in two. If you are a very small or very large size, the HJC will be better proportioned.
Materials
- Shark: carbon and multi-axial glass fibre.
- HJC: PIM+ composite (carbon, glass and aramid).
Both are ECE 22.06 approved.
Details
- Pinlock: both included (a 120 Max Vision on the Shark).
- Fastening: double-D on the HJC.
Verdict
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