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Bell Qualifier DLX MIPS vs Scorpion EXO-R1 Air

A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Bell Qualifier DLX MIPS is cheaper at $299.95. Every spec and price links to its source.

Which is better: the Bell Qualifier DLX MIPS or Scorpion EXO-R1 Air?

On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Bell Qualifier DLX MIPS is the cheaper at $299.95.

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Full spec sheet

marks the stronger figure where "more" — or "less", for price and weight — is unambiguously better.

Spec Bell Qualifier DLX MIPS Scorpion EXO-R1 Air
US price $299.95 $399.95
BrandBellScorpion
Released
Safety certification DOT FMVSS 218; ECE 22.05 DOT FMVSS 218; ECE 22.05
Helmet type full-face full-face
Shell material Polycarbonate/ABS thermoplastic blend Ultra-TCT (fiberglass, aramid, poly-resin composite)
Weight grams 1626
Visor type ProTint photochromic face shield, anti-fog coated Pinlock-ready shield with clear anti-fog insert; dark-smoke shield also included
Internal sun visor No No
Ventilation ports
Bluetooth ready Yes
Removable liner Yes Yes
Shell sizes 3 3

Sources — Bell Qualifier DLX MIPS: xtremehelmets.com (verified 2026-08-01). Scorpion EXO-R1 Air: webbikeworld.com (verified 2026-08-01).

What's the difference between the Bell Qualifier DLX MIPS and Scorpion EXO-R1 Air?

Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (2 of 10). Matching specs are omitted.

  • Shell material: Bell Qualifier DLX MIPS Polycarbonate/ABS thermoplastic blend vs Scorpion EXO-R1 Air Ultra-TCT (fiberglass, aramid, poly-resin composite)
  • Visor type: Bell Qualifier DLX MIPS ProTint photochromic face shield, anti-fog coated vs Scorpion EXO-R1 Air Pinlock-ready shield with clear anti-fog insert; dark-smoke shield also included

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