Scorpion EXO 490 Helmet Safety Rating
Percentage of impacts where the face guard remained fully locked
What safety performance rating has SHARP given the Scorpion EXO 490 motorcycle helmet?
The Scorpion EXO 490 is a Full face type Motorcycle Helmet that received a 3 Star safety rating when tested by SHARP.
The helmet is available in 5 sizes from XS to XL and has a RRP of £99.99. Made of Polycarbonate, the EXO 490 uses a Micrometric adjustment Retention System and has a range of additional safety and comfort features.
Impact zones - Linear Impact Tests
Impact speed of 6 m/s
Impact speed of 7.5 m/s
Impact speed of 8.5 m/s
These graphics provide an indication of how this model of helmet performed at each of the five impact locations on the helmet during the three linear impact tests against the flat anvil.
Information about how the colour codes relate to the recorded peak acceleration can be found at Impact Zone Diagrams.
Helmet details
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| Model | EXO 490 |
| Manufacturer | Scorpion |
| Helmet weight | 1.50 kg |
| RRP | £99.99 |
| Helmet sizes | XS S M L XL |
| Helmet type | Full face |
| Retention system | Micrometric adjustment |
| Materials | Polycarbonate |
| Standard | UN ECE REG 22.05 |
| Manufacturer's Website | www.scorpionexo.co.uk |
| Test date | January 2018 |
Helmet features
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Dropdown sun-visor |
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Multiple shells |
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Multipoint Ventilation |
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Quick release visor mechanism |
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Removable cheek pads |
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Removable Liner |
N.B. Details provided by the manufacturer
