Skip Navigation LinksStreet Bike > Men's Riding Gear > Helmets > Full-Face (440) > Arai Profile Helmet
Arai 2009 Model
Profile Helmet
$481.99 - $539.99  Sale
Lowest Price Guarantee
MSRP $534.95-599.95
Customer Rating:  


Item Availability status
Choose a color and size to view availability.
Arai Size Chart
View Arai Store
All Arai Helmets
All Motorcycle Helmets
Email a Friend
Share on Facebook
Product Description
Arai Profile Helmet
  • Long Oval fit: The traditional Arai fit in which the head length is distinctly narrow side-to-side, combined with a longer front to back measurement
  • Brow Vent Faceshield Ventilation System provides cooling air in upper face area without holes in critical forehead area of the shell or in the impact-absorbing liner material
  • Optically-correct pre-formed faceshields better vision, UV ray protection with less distortion
  • De-Mist Lock faceshield tab pushes forward to open the shield slightly help clear fogging
  • Removable Breathguard reduce fogging by deflecting breath away from faceshield
  • CLC (Complex Laminate Construction) shell fiberglass composite is stronger and lighter allows use of softer, less-dense liner materials inside for increased rider comfort
  • FFS (FreeFlow System) reduces wind turbulence while increasing the exhaust of hot air from the facial area
  • Dual Intake / Dual Exhaust Ventilation dual TDF-2 top intake vents and DDL-3 bridged exhaust vents designed to draw significant volume of air from helmet interior
  • Multiple-Foam Interiors for comfort
  • Rear Exhaust Channel and Vent adds a racy look while drawing hot air from helmet interior
  • Fully removable liner and cheek pads
  • New enhanced pull down chin spoiler, increases exhaust of hot breath to minimize shield fogging
  • Meets or exceeds Snell and D.O.T. standards


    • Arai Helmet Sizing Specifications

    Arai Interior Shape Diagrams
Customer Reviews
Average Rating -  Based on 11 Review(s)
Fit   4.5
Features   4.7

Finish   4.8
Cost Benefit   4.5

Durability   4.9
Overall   4.7
Latest Reviews
Fit   5.0
Finish   5.0
Durability   5.0
Features   5.0
Cost Benefit   5.0
Overall   5.0
FSTFAZ Vagina Town,  TX Arai Helmet If you simply want the best you buy Arai, period.
Fit   2.0
Finish   5.0
Durability   5.0
Features   3.0
Cost Benefit   2.0
Overall   3.4
Bill C Edgerton,  WI Arai Profile Helmet- Size XXXL Upon trying on the helmet I found that it was a bit too small for my XXXL cranium. Here I was looking forward to getting a premium helmet with the features I want, that actually fit. In my size that is not easy to do. I guess it's back to HJC for me. But I'd rather have something made from fiberglass or some other composite like kevlar or carbon fiber.
Fit   5.0
Finish   5.0
Durability   5.0
Features   4.0
Cost Benefit   4.0
Overall   4.6
Wally Ryno Imperial Beach,  CA Arai Profile Helmet The Arai Profile helmet has the best fit of any helmet I have owned or tried. There are no pressure spots from the helmet on my long oval head shape. The original 30mm cheek pads pressed so much on my cheeks that I could not comfortably close my mouth when wearing the helmet and riding. I replace them with 25mm pads and that solved the problem. This helmet is much quieter than my previous helmet except when the top vents are open. I am getting used to the smaller face shield opening with slightly less peripheral vision. And I am not sure I like the face shield latch and infinite opening without fixed position stops. I would buy another Arai Profile without question if I ever need another.
Fit   5.0
Finish   5.0
Durability   5.0
Features   5.0
Cost Benefit   4.0
Overall   4.8
Al Columbus,  OH Arai Profile I've been riding motorcycles for quite a while (Started in 1962.) And have tried a lot of different bikes and have used a lot of types of gear. I took a break from street riding for a few years and recently bought a street bike. My old Bell was just a little too old to trust and began my search for a new lid. I tried AGV's, Bell's and a few lesser grades. My main problem is that my head is longer than it is wide and I've always had problems with fit. I had heard that Arai had come out with a new helmet that fit heads like mine. Amazingly when I put the helmet it actually fit as advertised. I was a little hesitant to spend $450 for a lid. Then, I questioned what is my head/face worth? While I might not be the prettiest guy around; but it's all I have and I'd like to keep it as is. If you want a high quality helmet that is both comfortable and provides great protection, take a look at an Arai Profile - you won't be sorry.
Fit   5.0
Finish   5.0
Durability   5.0
Features   5.0
Cost Benefit   5.0
Overall   5.0
Bobby Fort Myers,  FL Best helmet ive ever purchased Going with a more expensive, top of the line helmet, you expect a lot paying the prices for these helmets. Believe me you get every penny out of it. I have been stuck with icon helmets for years for lack of better words not knowing any better. Icon makes great gear but they just feel like a whole different animal. If your even thinking about switching to an arai, Hands down go for it its worth the extra cash. I had an icon airframe and this helmet with the visor closed moves more air than my icon with the visor open. If that tells you anything. Thats my two cents
Fit   4.0
Finish   4.0
Durability   4.0
Features   5.0
Cost Benefit   5.0
Overall   4.4
Matt East Windsor,  CT Glad I Spent The Money By no means a 'cheap' helmet (in price or quality/workmanship/features), I am glad I spent the extra money for an Arai. I tried many helmets in the $100-225 price range and none of them felt as good as the Profile. What's more, I have a unique head shape and the "long oval" shape of the Profile was the only shape that felt good on my head. (I even tried different models of Shoei as well.) In my estimation there are two key "domains" in which to evaluate a helmet: 1) is the head shape right for your head? and 2) what is the overall quality/workmanship/features of the helmet? My Profile scores well in both key areas. I really like this helmet and am glad I spent the extra $200-250 on an Arai. I can give this helmet what can be considered the ultimate endorsement: most of the time I forget I'm wearing a helmet. P.S. When I first started wearing the helmet the cheek pads felt too big. I thought I was going to have to switch them out for a smaller set, but after some "fit-in" (about 1,250 miles of riding) they formed to my face and, while still the pads are a little big I like how the helmet fits well on my head and stays put (without being uncomfortable).
Fit   5.0
Finish   5.0
Durability   5.0
Features   5.0
Cost Benefit   5.0
Overall   5.0
joseph pockey saint leonard,  MD Arai Profile Helmet This is the best helmet I have every owned. I have been riding for over 25 years and have never had a helmet fit my head properly. This helmet is wonderful!
Fit   3.0
Finish   4.0
Durability   5.0
Features   5.0
Cost Benefit   5.0
Overall   4.4
Brian Ruth Newport,  OR Arai Profile Helmet I bought this one for my wife. She really likes it a lot. She says it's a confidence booster.
Fit   5.0
Finish   5.0
Durability   5.0
Features   5.0
Cost Benefit   5.0
Overall   5.0
Lauren Gaithersburg,  MI Arai Profile I am used to helmets leaving a red mark on my forehead even though I can slide both hands into the spaces on either side of my head... not with the Profile. Started out tight enough that I had to be careful not to bite the inside of my cheek if I opened my mouth while wearing it, but within 2 wks the padding had eased up. So don't worry if the padding feels really snug. Lots of vents but I have to open the visor a crack to prevent fogging in humid weather. Just had my bike knocked over by a car
Fit   5.0
Finish   5.0
Durability   5.0
Features   5.0
Cost Benefit   5.0
Overall   5.0
Roger London,  FL Arai Profile Long-Ovals, you know who you are, nothing fits better than this helmet. I tried them all. The quality and comfort is stunning. Things have improved since the 70's when I last rode. My VFR is better than that 120 Suzuki too. Just one quibble: How about a manual? I couldn't figure out the big PUSH SPOILER UP! warning, since it was down when I got it. Who knew? My last helmet was an open-faced Buco. Other than that, the helmet is cool and very visible in white; which is good, because, like
Copyright 1998-2009 Motorcycle Superstore Inc. All rights reserved.