Kabuto helmets fuse Japanese precision engineering with the timeless spirit of the samurai. Born from a legacy of crafting protective gear that balances form and function, every Kabuto model—from the race-proven F-17 to everyday commuters—delivers superior ventilation, lightweight strength, and impact-absorbing technology. Subtle kabuto-inspired accents, like delicate cloud engravings, minimalist crests, and refined aerodynamic ridges, pay quiet homage to Japan’s warrior heritage while preserving the clean, modern lines riders trust on the road and track.
Established "OGK KABUTO Co., Ltd." Started making helmets for motorcycles and bicycles.
Developed our first full-face helmet under the OGK brand - the "RS-1" series. The world’s first helmet featuring a top ventilation system.
1995 would see the RX-R helmet introduced, featuring a top ventilation and shutter system, as well as a quick release shield system.
1998 would see another industry first introduced by OGK, this time on their Ragles helmet, which sported the first ever rear aero-fin, as well as the previously featured quick-release shield system.
2000 saw the FF-3 helmet introduced, which features the top ventilation system and the rear aero-fin all built into a single piece, while also becoming the first FRP (Fibre-Reinforced Plastic) model, a OGK patent.
2003 would see the FF-4 and Aeroblade-2 models introduced, both featuring FRP construction
FF-5 helmet introduced, featuring another new development, this time the first wake stabilizer in the world, a Kabuto patent. It was also the year in which Kabuto took its second Suzuka 8 Hour Endurance win, this time with Akiyoshi on the Yoshimura-Suzuki.
Kabuto gets ISO9001 certification
FF-5V Snell 2010 certified.
Aeroblade-3 introduced and was a huge International success.
RT-33 Introduced. A modern full-face helmet designed for sport, touring, and street use.
Launched the flagship racing model "F-17" equipped with the patented "Crest Spoiler" to suppress lift forces on the helmet.
Entered MotoGP™M full-time for the first time as a brand, supporting rider Remy Gardner.
Signed MotoGP™M rider Aleix Espargaró.
Signed MotoGP™M rider Joan Mir. and KABUTO AMERICAS launches!
