Simpson Darksome 2 helmet SHARP rating of 4, 4

Percentage of impacts where the face guard remained fully locked

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.

Impact zones key, 6 ratings from 5 (very good) to 0 (poor).

Helmet details

Helmet rating SHARP rating of 4, 4
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Model DARKSOME 2
Manufacturer Simpson
Helmet weight 1.5kg
RRP £399.00
Helmet sizes XS S M L XL XXL
Helmet type System (Modular/Flip-up)
Retention system Double D ring
Materials Composite Fibre
Standard UN ECE REG 22.06
Manufacturer's Website simpson-europe.com/en/content/motorcycle.html
Additional information

Flip Front Chin Guard
Pinlock Ready
Internal Sun Visor

Test date June 2024

Helmet features

anti fog visor Anti fog visor
anti scratch visor Anti scratch visor
double d ring retention system Double D ring retention system
multiple shells Multiple shells
removable cheek pads Removable cheek pads
removable liner Removable Liner

N.B. Details provided by the manufacturer