FIM homologated racing helmet

Kabuto F-17 GP Mips® racing helmet

Built for the track. Ready for the road.

The F-17 is the helmet behind Kabuto's MotoGP™ replica liveries for riders such as Aleix Espargaró and Joan Mir. Every one is FIM homologated and certified to DOT FMVSS 218 and ECE 22.06, with the Mips® Safety System, and a Pinlock® insert comes in the box.

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Why the F-17

Racing technology, engineered in Japan

Aerodynamics, protection and comfort from Kabuto's racing helmet, in the details that matter at speed.

Explore our technology

  1. Aerodynamics

    Wake Stabilizer

    Developed from wind tunnel tests at several angles, Kabuto's patented system controls the airflow around the helmet and reduces loads while riding.

  2. Aerodynamics

    Crest Spoiler

    A patent-pending spoiler on the crest that suppresses the force that lifts the helmet.

  3. Construction

    A.C.T.-2 composite shell

    A lightweight composite shell engineered for strength and low weight, so it stays comfortable on long rides.

  4. Protection

    Mips® Safety System

    Designed to help reduce rotational forces in angled impacts. The F-17 was the first MotoGP™ helmet equipped with Mips®.

  5. Safety

    Kabuto Emergency System

    By pulling out the sponge inside the cheek pad, a rescuer can remove the helmet smoothly after an accident.

  6. Comfort

    COOLMAX® interior

    A fully detachable interior in COOLMAX® fabric with DEOFACTOR® antibacterial treatment, made to move sweat away and stay fresh.

Anatomy

Know your F-17

Every part of the helmet, named.

F-17 GP Mips® helmet, left side view

  1. Crest SpoilerPAT.P.

    Suppresses the force that lifts the helmet.

  2. Shell

  3. Rear ventilation

  4. Wake StabilizerPAT.

    Controls the airflow around the helmet and reduces loads while riding.

  5. Shield ratchet

    Controls how the shield opens and closes.

  6. Emergency SystemPAT.

    Lets a rescuer pull out the cheek-pad sponge to remove the helmet.

  7. Helmet interior

    Chinstrap, cheek pads, inner pad and chinstrap covers.

  8. Center ventilation

    Open or close it before you ride.

  9. Side ventilation

    Open or close it before you ride.

  10. Shield

    Release button on the side.

  11. Breath guard

    Removable.

  12. Center lock

  13. Chin ventilation

    Full open, half open or closed.

Part names from the Kabuto F-17 instruction manual.

Choose your F-17

Every F-17 design

Every colour and livery is FIM homologated. Pick the finish you want, then your size.

Solid colours

Clean single-colour finishes.

4 designs · from $795.95

Graphics

Race-inspired liveries, including F1776, Kabuto's first graphic made for the US market.

7 designs · from $895.95

Rider replicas

Replicas of the helmets worn by Aleix Espargaró, Joan Mir, Michele Pirro and Remy Gardner.

6 designs · from $915.95

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On the grid

Raced by Kabuto riders

The F-17 is the helmet behind Kabuto's replica liveries. Meet the riders and shop their helmets.

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Get the fit right

Find your size, then try it on

A racing helmet should fit snug and even. Measure your head, check the table, or try an F-17 on at a dealer near you.

Your size

Kabuto helmet sizes by head circumference
Size Head (cm) Head (in)
XS 54–55 21.3–21.7
S 55–56 21.7–22.0
M 57–58 22.4–22.8
L 56–60 22.0–23.6
XL 61–62 24.0–24.4
XXL 63–64 24.8–25.2

L is listed as 56–60 cm on Kabuto's fit guide, which overlaps S and M. Between sizes? Contact us before you order. Contact us

Fit tips

  1. Measure your head. Keep the tape level around the crown of your head.
  2. Head shape changes fit. Every Kabuto helmet sold in the U.S. is made for an intermediate oval head shape, and each model has its own fit and feel.
  3. Too loose? If the helmet rotates easily, or can be rolled off your head with the chin strap fastened, try a smaller size.
  4. Check pressure points. Even pressure all round is normal; pressure focused in one spot is not. Common hot spots: forehead, temples, jaw, back of head.

This chart recommends a size from head circumference. The right helmet also depends on head shape, helmet design, your motorcycle, riding style and any accessories fitted.

Full size guide

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The details

F-17 GP Mips® specifications

What is built into every F-17, and what comes in the box.

StandardsFIM homologated, DOT FMVSS 218, ECE 22.06
Safety systemMips® Safety System
ShellA.C.T.-2 composite shell
AerodynamicsWake Stabilizer (PAT.), Crest Spoiler (PAT.P.), tested in wind tunnels
VentilationCenter, side and chin ventilation with a rear exhaust
ShieldDAF-1R shield, ready for a Pinlock® Original Insert Lens
InteriorCOOLMAX® fabric with DEOFACTOR® antibacterial treatment, fully detachable
RescueKabuto Emergency System (PAT.)
Ready forSpeaker attachment space, tear-offs
SizesXS to XXL, 54 to 64 cm
MadeHandcrafted in Japan

In the box

  • DAF Pinlock® Original Insert Lens
  • DAF-1R shield (clear) fitted
  • Chin Curtain No.5
  • Manual booklet
Download the F-17 manualF-17 replacement parts

F-17 GP Mips® questions

More questions? Email support@kabutoamericas.com.

Is the F-17 GP Mips® FIM homologated?

Yes. Every F-17 GP Mips® helmet, in every colour and livery, is FIM homologated. What FIM homologation means.

Is the F-17 road legal?

Yes. It is certified to DOT FMVSS 218 for the US and ECE 22.06 for Europe, so it is made for the road as well as the track.

Does the F-17 come with a Pinlock® insert?

Yes. A DAF Pinlock® Original Insert Lens comes in the box, and the standard shield is the clear DAF-1R. How Pinlock® works.

What size F-17 should I buy?

Measure around your head above your eyebrows and ears, then match it to the size table above. The F-17 runs from XS (54 to 55 cm) to XXL (63 to 64 cm). The size guide has a Find your size tool, and you can try one on at a dealer.

What is the difference between the solid, graphic and replica designs?

Every design is FIM homologated. Solids are single-colour finishes, graphics are race-inspired liveries, and replicas copy the helmets worn by Kabuto riders. Prices differ by group, so check the designs above.

Can I fit a speaker or Bluetooth system?

The F-17 has speaker attachment space inside the helmet. Check the fitting guide of your communication system for the exact model.

What is the Kabuto Emergency System?

A patented feature. By pulling out the sponge inside the cheek pad, a rescuer can remove the helmet smoothly after an accident. It is for emergencies only.

Can I take the interior out?

Yes. The interior is fully detachable. The manual shows how to remove the cheek pads, inner pad and chin strap covers. The chin strap covers can be washed in a washing net. Read the care answers before cleaning.

Where can I try on an F-17?

Use the dealer locator to find authorized dealers and retail partners near you, with directions, hours and a call-ahead note. Find a dealer.

What if it does not fit or something is wrong?

You can return a new, unused and unaltered helmet with all its packaging: email support@kabutoamericas.com for a Return Authorization number first. Kabuto helmets are also backed by the manufacturer's warranty, which covers manufacturing defects only.

Find your fit

Compare the Kabuto helmets

Every Kabuto helmet comes with the Mips® Safety System and a Pinlock® insert in the box. Not sure this is the one? Compare the other models.

Ready to ride

Pick your F-17

Every one FIM homologated, with a Pinlock® insert in the box.

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