Alpinestars Supertech R10 Element Helmet

Alpinestars Supertech R10 Element Helmet

The Supertech R10 Element is a MotoGP-grade race helmet from Alpinestars, developed over more than ten years of study, development, and testing. It was refined alongside MotoGP legend Andrea Dovizioso and riders Jorge Martin and Jack Miller, and is built to deliver the highest level of performance, protection, and safety.

It is designed for racers and fast road riders who want class-leading aerodynamics, strong ventilation, and low weight in a single carbon-shelled helmet. The A-Head Fitment System lets each rider tune the fit to their own head, while the ECE, DOT, and FIM certification makes it suitable for both road and track.

What's in the Box

• Two shields (dark and clear)
• Two sets of winglets (Road and Race)
• Helmet bag

Key Specifications

A-Head Fitment System

The patented A-Head Fitment System lets the helmet be tuned exactly to the rider's preference by adjusting both the height and the angle at which the helmet sits on the head. The EPS is built around this system, allowing an ultra-specific setup that adapts to how deep the rider's head sits and how far forward or backward the helmet is tilted.

Aerodynamics

The S-R10 was developed with CFD simulations and validated in the wind tunnel and on track, optimized for low drag and maximum aerodynamic stability. Drag across different head positions and stability at different angles were primary goals from the start of development.

The result is the lowest drag and highest aerodynamic stability at high speed of any race helmet Alpinestars has tested, and it is already the helmet of choice for factory MotoGP teams. Road riders benefit too, with reduced neck strain at high speed and lower wind noise. The helmet comes with two aerodynamic spoilers, a standard version and a longer race version. Both use an Alpinestars patented release system with elastic joints that help the spoiler detach from the shell under significant impact, at any angle, to reduce potential rotational energy. Lateral winglets further support stability and improve drag, and the visor turbulators improve aero-acoustic performance. With the race spoiler and aero winglets fitted together, drag is reduced by an additional 4.54% compared with the standard road spoiler configuration.

Ventilation

The Supertech R10 features 11 ventilation points, not including the eye port. There are 7 intakes (3 in the chin guard and 4 on the top of the helmet) and 4 exhausts (2 lateral ports on the chin bar and 2 on the top rear). These ports integrate directly with the shell through a series of air ducts in the inner EPS liner, so airflow enters, circulates over and around the rider's head, and is extracted out the back.

The top vent features a large central slider that channels air to the top of the head and, when open, extracts hot air from the forehead. Two extractor vents under the rear spoiler exhaust hot air effectively. The chin vents channel air toward the inner side of the shields, creating a laminated airflow that helps prevent fogging and misting, and also extracts humid air out of the helmet.

Shield Features

The shield mechanism uses metal lock components to prevent unwanted shield detachment during impacts, locked in the closed position by a front metal lock. A lowered side line maximizes the field of view, on top of an already wide eyeport that provides 220 degrees of lateral and 57 degrees of vertical visibility.

The shield attaches via side cam mechanisms, allowing it to rotate and seal completely against the rubber window trim. It can be changed or removed with a tool-less quick-release system. The Optical Class 1 shield is 3mm thick with anti-scratch and anti-fog coating, with internal pins for a Pinlock 120XLT 100% Max Vision lens and external pins for tear-offs.

Removable Lining

All linings are removable, washable, and treated with anti-microbial fabrics.

• Crown pad: Elastically connected to the neck pad for enhanced oblique impact management, built from four panels (front, sides, rear) for an optimized fit and proper foam thickness.
• Top pad: Removable and height adjustable via the A-Head Fitment System.
• Cheek pads: Premium foam and fabrics for comfort and breathability, with an emergency extraction system that lets trackside and medical staff remove the side padding easily, plus a channel for a hydration system.

Chin Bar Profile

The chin bar base is specifically sculpted to give a relief section. The bottom profile is raised to clear the collarbone, and instead of the hard carbon shell contacting the collarbone, the S-R10 uses a softer EPP (expanded polypropylene) liner that extends beyond the shell and is covered by a flexible rubber compound. This design reduces the chance of collarbone injury, one of the more common injuries in motorcycling.

Weight

The ECE, DOT, and FIM certified Supertech R10 weighs 1,540 grams for a size medium, or 3.4 pounds, giving it an extremely high performance-to-protection-to-weight ratio.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Alpinestars Supertech R10 Element helmet certified?
Yes. It is certified to ECE, DOT, and FIM standards, making it suitable for both road and track use.

How much does the Supertech R10 helmet weigh?
It weighs 1,540 grams (about 3.4 lbs) in size medium.

What comes with the helmet?
Two shields (dark and clear), two sets of winglets (Road and Race), and a helmet bag.

Is the shield Pinlock ready?
Yes. The shield has internal pins for a Pinlock 120XLT 100% Max Vision lens and external pins for tear-offs.

Can the fit be adjusted?
Yes. The patented A-Head Fitment System adjusts both the height and angle of the helmet on the head for a personalized fit.