The Rapides' brute simplicity is the product of imagination but make no mistake while the retro style may grab attention it had to pass Arai's stringent in-house testing. split The 1980s. Naked motorcycles. An attitude that made you feel different from everybody else. Introducing the Rapide. Recalling the simple yet aggressive style of that era this helmet came from the heart of Arai RD. They loved the looks but that was about it. Now the Arai techs want old-school cool to fit their style and motorcycle but they want cool with modern Arai performance. Although a nod to the past the Rapide is very much a helmet of the present. Ready for a generation of modern riders that demand a new old style - but with the performance and comfort only an Arai can provide. split So underneath the aggressive look you'll find a strong lightweight PB e-cLc shell with a smooth and round shape reinforced with Arai's proprietary peripheral belt to slide across surfaces and glance-off obstacles. The VAS-VC shield system with its retro mechanical look further enhances glancing off performance by lowering the visor pivot point to maximise a smooth upper shell.