Arai
Arai Corsair-X
$979.95
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Arai Corsair-X vs AGV K6 S
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. AGV K6 S is cheaper at $549.95. Every spec and price links to its source.
AGV
AGV K6 S
$549.95Cheaper
Which is better: the Arai Corsair-X or AGV K6 S?
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The AGV K6 S is the cheaper at $549.95.
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | Arai Corsair-X | AGV K6 S |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $979.95 | $549.95 |
| Brand | Arai | AGV |
| Released | — | — |
| Safety certification | Snell M2020D; DOT FMVSS 218 | ECE 22.06; DOT FMVSS 218 |
| Helmet type | full-face | full-face |
| Shell material | PB-SNC² (Super Fiber + synthetic-fiber composite) | Carbon-aramid fiber (90% carbon / 10% aramid) |
| Weight grams | 1610 | 1255 |
| Visor type | VAS Max-V (BV) shield, clear Pinlock insert standard | Optical Class 1 shield up to 4.3mm thick, Pinlock 120XLT MaxVision included |
| Internal sun visor | No | No |
| Ventilation ports | — | 5 |
| Bluetooth ready | — | Yes |
| Removable liner | Yes | Yes |
| Shell sizes | 5 | 4 |
Sources — Arai Corsair-X: araiamericas.com (verified 2026-08-01). AGV K6 S: agv.com (verified 2026-08-01).
What's the difference between the Arai Corsair-X and AGV K6 S?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (5 of 10). Matching specs are omitted.
- Safety certification: Arai Corsair-X Snell M2020D; DOT FMVSS 218 vs AGV K6 S ECE 22.06; DOT FMVSS 218
- Shell material: Arai Corsair-X PB-SNC² (Super Fiber + synthetic-fiber composite) vs AGV K6 S Carbon-aramid fiber (90% carbon / 10% aramid)
- Weight grams: Arai Corsair-X 1610 vs AGV K6 S 1255
- Visor type: Arai Corsair-X VAS Max-V (BV) shield, clear Pinlock insert standard vs AGV K6 S Optical Class 1 shield up to 4.3mm thick, Pinlock 120XLT MaxVision included
- Shell sizes: Arai Corsair-X 5 vs AGV K6 S 4