OK, first up, there’s a few different versions of the X-803 to choose from. So, if you’re after a new sportsbike/track helmet, like to get good value for money yet don’t want to compromise on quality and performance, then the X-Lite X-803 range may well hit the sweet spot. One of the great things about the X-803 range though, is that it’s a MotoGP-developed helmet yet it’s available for a much lower price than pretty well all the premium competition. The only real fly in the ointment is that it’s loud too… but then most proper track helmets are.
It has an excellent shield system – including a Pinlock in the box and generous field of view for good all-round vision – vertical and horizontal – along with improved aero and internals and the addition of EQRS the X-Lite X-803 may well have everything you need from a track helmet.Īnd owners say it’s really comfy, has excellent ventilation and feels super light weight when you’re wearing it. However it hasn’t yet been independently SHARP (or Snell) tested, though we’d be surprised if it doesn’t score either four or five stars in the SHARP helmet test (see safety section above) X-Lite X-803 Ultra Carbon in plain flat carbon In terms of impact protection, it is DOT certified and there’s even an FIM Racing tested/homologated version so it looks like it should offer great protection in an accident. The X-803 range has built on the solid base created by the outgoing X-Lite X-802R, adding a few sensible improvements to make a great helmet even better. And if you buy from either store, we get a small sum from the sale at no extra cost to you – a massive THANKS! (it’s how we finance the site). Please click below to visit the X-Lite X-803 helmets pages at Amazon and one of our recommended stores, J&P Cycles.
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Composite fiber or full carbon fiber versions.
So, the X-803’s got its work cut out to really bring anything new, different or better to the party. In which case you might wanna click through to our top 10 best track helmets. Having said that, if you’re after a new sportsbike or track helmet, then there’s lots of choice out there because this is where most of the top makers put most of their R&D effort meaning there’s some fantastic helmets available. But in all other respects, it was a stonking sportsbike helmet. So, X-Lite sportsbike helmets have certainly got plenty of racing and design know-how poured into them!Īs we noted in our review of the outgoing helmet, the only thing the old X-802 was really missing was some of the latest features such as EQRS. Well, now the X-802 range has been shelved, replaced by the X-803 that’s been developed alongside X-Lite’s current crop of MotoGP and WSBK riders including Danilo, Chaz and Ducati test rider Casey Stoner.
Side view of the X-803 Ultra Carbon RS ‘Hot Lap’ showing race track rear spoiler They were great track helmets that were well liked, gave good protection and worked well on the track where riders from Brit Chas Davies to Italian Danillo Petrucci used them in anger in WSBK and MotoGP. The X-803 is the successor to Italian maker X-Lite’s X-802 and 802RR. X-Lite’s top dog racing helmet: full review of the X-803 (Composite, Ultra Carbon and RS). Other stuff – aero & buffeting, glasses, weight, breath guard, bluetooth, warranty.X-Lite X-803 – Composite Fiber standard model.X-Lite’s top dog racing helmet: full review of the X-803 (Composite, Ultra Carbon and RS).Nolan Emergency Release System (NERS) increases safety because the cheek pads can be quickly removed. The detachable helmet spoiler reduces air resistance and ensures greater stability at high speeds. The adjustment strap allows the height of the lining, and therefore the position of the helmet, to be adjusted to suit the wearer's head shape.
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Lining: Carbon Fitting Racing lining, with activated charcoal fibres for excellent breathability plus thermal regulation.Outer shell sizes: 3 (XXS-S,M-L, XL-XXL).Material: Carbon (carbon/fibreglass/Kevlar).
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