Shoei RF-1100

Shoei Qwest: Hottest Seller of the Month

Shoei Qwest

As you know, we normally don’t shamelessly plug ourselves but we have to make an exception this time around. We are well into riding season and motorcyclists everywhere are enjoying the feel of their new gear. One item which has stood out in the last month or so has been the Shoei Qwest helmet. It is no surprise that most of you have opted to upgrade to this helmet with its advanced ventilation performance and long-distance comfort. Noise reduction technology has been significantly upgraded as well so it’s an easy transition from your previous hat.

If you are in the market for a new helmet, we highly recommend giving the Qwest a try. We have a large selection of color combinations available at Extrememoto.com.

If you have any questions or comments, drop us a line below or visit our Facebook and Twitter.

Shoei Qwest Diverge

Shoei Qwest Airfoil

Father’s Day Gift Guide

A Gift For Dad

With Father’s Day just around the corner, we thought we would put together a few ideas to make that hog-loving man happy on his special day. Here are a few helmets and accessories which will definitely bring a smile to his face. Tell us what you’re getting dad by commenting below or joining the conversation on our Facebook or Twitter pages.

Click on any of the images to see the rest of the products:

Shoei Helmets

HJC Helmets

Tourmaster Boots

Motorcycle Jackets

Motorcycle Pants

Sparx Helmet

Shoei Summer

Where are you riding to this summer?

Summer is in full bloom, which means we’re taking advantage and hitting the road as much as possible. We carry lots of quality products at Extrememoto, but since we had such a fantastic response to Shoei’s recent promotion, we thought it would be a great idea to show you some of their new styles. Visit our Shoei website page and view their new color options and added inventory. If you have any questions, post your comments below and join the conversation on our Facebook and Twitter pages.

Enjoy the ride and keep it safe!

Shoei Free Shield Promotion

Shoei Free shield Promotion

We are very excited to announce a new promotion from Shoei which will earn you a free shield. With a retail value of $52.95, this is an opportunity to take advantage of. The details of the promotion and the form to fill out can be found here. We have also added images with links to all the helmets included in this offer. See one you like? Click the image and you will be redirected to our product page. Promotion lasts from April 12, 2012 to May 31, 2012. If you have any questions, feel free to post your comments below, ask us on Facebook or message us on Twitter.

MERCILES

SEILON

PIOUS

CHROMA

CONQUEROR

CORAZON

DIVINITY

HADRON

ENIGMA

MATTE BLACK

AXIS YELLOW

PURE ORANGE

LIGHT SILVER

WINE RED

BLACK METALLIC

ANTHRACITE METALLIC

BRILLIANT YELLOW

MONZA RED

BLACK

WHITE

New Arrivals From Arai

Arai Helmets

Spring is here and summer is so very close. For us, that just means more time to ride. We’ve restocked and added new products to our Arai line and wanted to share them with you. Visit our website here, and take a peek. We want to know what you think, so post your comments below or visit our Facebook and Twitter pages to join the conversation.

Connect With Us On All Channels

Visit our website and click any of our social media icons to connect with us.

First off, happy Friday. The weekend is finally here and we can all rejoice. We have recently received a few emails asking about our social media presence. Some of you were wondering how to connect with us through other platforms aside from our website and blog. Below we have listed the different sites we participate on and a link to our pages. Simply click on the images below and you will be redirected. We hope you like what you see and that you will connect with us.

Have any ideas or recommendations? We’d love to hear them. Comment below and let us know what you think.

Like us on Facebook.

Follow us on Twitter.

Follow us on LinkedIn.

Join our blog.

Join our LinkedIn group.

Valentine’s Day Shopping Guide

Happy Valentine's Day!

With Valentine’s Day only four days away, we thought it would be a great idea to put together a quick shopping guide for easier access to specific gear on Extrememoto.com. Below you will find direct links to Shoei helmets, HJC helmets, Sparx helmets, gloves, shields, pants, jackets and boot covers. We hope this helps your purchasing experience. Questions? Comment below or post directly on our Facebook and we’ll respond ASAP. Enjoy and happy Friday!

Shoei Helmets

Sparx Helmet

Gloves

Shields

Pants

Jackets

Boot Covers

Thanks for Participating

...for being the best fans we could ask for.

We wanted to stop by and thank everyone that participated in our Holiday Helmet Giveaway. We received hundreds of submissions and can’t wait to announce the winner on New Year’s Day! Stay tuned…

Merry Moto-Holidays

Happy Holidays from the Extrememoto family.

We just wanted to stop by and thank you, our clients and family, for a wonderful 2011. You guys have made it a fantastic year and we can’t wait to get started with 2012. Wishing all of you the best during this holiday season.

The Extrememoto Elves.

Black Friday and Cyber Monday Sale

Black Friday

It’s pretty incredible that it’s that time of year again but Black Friday is upon us. That means crazy lines, shopping frenzies and best of all, sales. If you are in the market for any type of motorcycle gear, visit Extrememoto and use the following coupon codes on the corresponding days to save 10% store wide:

Coupon code: BLACKFRIDAY11 (for use on 11/25/2011 and 11/26/2011)

Coupon code: CYBERMONDAY11 (for use on 11/28/11 and 11/29/2011)

We hope you have a wonderful holiday season.

Cyber Monday

Holiday Helmet Giveaway

Holiday Helmet Giveaway Information

It’s starting to look a lot like the holidays everywhere you turn. From malls to online advertisements, the holidays are officially upon us. In order to celebrate this joyous occasion, we though it would be a great idea to give something back to our loyal fans. Starting now, or yesterday even, we officially launched our Holiday Helmet Giveaway on our Facebook page. We are giving away a Shoei RF-1100 to one lucky fan. All you have to do to enter the contest is “like” our Facebook page and fill out the submission form. If you are already one of our fans, simply go to this link and fill out the form.

Contest will end on December 25, 2011 at 11:59 pm and winners will be announced on January 1, 2012. We hope you take advantage of this great giveaway.

Good luck!

Shoei Helmet Recap

In the past couple weeks we have been answering a lot of your product questions through our blog. We wanted to give you a quick recap of the products we have featured lately. Below you will see an image of each product which will link you to the blog post. Your feedback has been great and we thought this would be a great opportunity for those of you which may have missed a few posts.

Shoei Multitec Modular

Shoei Qwest

Shoei VFX-W Grant

Shoei Hornet DS Matte

Shoei Multitec Modular Helmet

Black Shoei Multitec Modular Helmet

White Shoei Multitec Modular Helmet

Every week we receive thousands of fan emails asking questions about our gear. By far, helmets are the item the majority of you ask about the most. Lately, we have been receiving a lot of questions regarding helmets that offer great comfort and ventilation. You can really tell summer is here.

Whenever comfort and ventilation come into question, there are two helmets which always top my list: The Shoei RF-1100 and the Shoei Multitec Modular. Both offer excellent doses of both.

The Shoei Multitec Modular is the complete package for security, versatility and convenience. It allows riders to perform tasks that would normally require the removal of a full-face helmet since it can instantly convert to an open-face configuration. The aerodynamic shape also allows for very quiet riding while providing great ventilation.

We are headquartered in Miami which means we deal with some very hot and moist weather most of the year. The Shoei Multitec Modular still keeps your head cool on our hottest days.

Take a look at some of the technical specifications of the Shoei Multitec Modular Helmet:

• Integrated Breath Guard
• Adjustable Upper Vent
• Sleek & Aerodynamic Design
• Shell Integrated Spoiler
• Cheek Pad Slits for Eyeglasses
• Lightweight, Advanced Integrated Matrix (AIM) Shell
• Neck Outlet Vent
• 3D Comfort Liner System
• Chin Curtain
• Quick Release Base Plate System
• Complies with FMVSS218 (DOT)
• Preset Shield Opening Lever With Locking Mechanism
• CX-1V Shield
• 5-Year Warranty

Silver Shoei Multitec Modular Helmet

Yellow Shoei Multitec Modular Helmet

A Shoei History Lesson

Shoei helmets have been in production since 1958, but their roots go back to 1954 with the founding of Kamata Polyester Co., which produced helmets for the construction industry. In 1960, Shoei’s founder, Eitaro Kamata, began to produce helmets for motorcycle racing, which were the first helmets to meet the Japanese Industrial Standard (JIS).

In 1965, Honda Motor Co. adopted Shoei’s helmets as their genuine helmets, increasing their popularity and availability. Despite their international success, Shoei remains a relatively small company with a workforce of under 500 worldwide.

Check out some important dates in the Shoei helmet timeline:

• 1959/// SHOEI Kako Co., LTD is established and begins manufacturing general safety helmets in Tokyo, Japan.
• 1968/// SHOEI Safety Helmet Corporation, the North American arm of our company, is formed in California, U.S.A.
• 1978/// SHOEI Europe PVBA is established in Belgium to distribute SHOEI products throughout Europe and West Asia.
• 1983/// SHOEI introduces the Z-100, a full face helmet with innovative designs such as an injection-molded shield and chin spoiler.
• 1989/// SHOEI’s Iwate factory in northern Japan is established.
• 1990/// SHOEI introduces the X-8 with its unique built-in mechanical shield system, eliminating the need for noisy base plate covers.
• 2000/// SHOEI introduces the Syncrotec — the company’s second-generation modular helmet.
• 2006/// SHOEI introduces the Multitec modular helmet.
• 2008/// SHOEI introduces the all-new VFX-W off-road helmet.

Take a look at Extrememoto’s best selling Shoei helmet here.

Shoei RF-1100 Review

By far, one of the most important pieces of equipment one can own as a biker is a helmet. With so many options on the market, how do you know you aren’t just buying into hype? That’s where we come in.

When we got our hands on the Shoei RF-1100 we were instantly impressed with its superb build. Available both in solid colors and with eye-catching designs, we began to feel that if there were any one helmet to own, this one should be it. Here’s our breakdown:

Internal Shape

Previously, there was some belief that Shoei would be changing the internal shape of the RF-1100, but we quickly realized otherwise. One change we did notice was the helmet’s shell; it’s a bit larger than the RF-1000. Per Shoei, the RF-1100 comes in five different shell sizes.

Ventilation

When testing the chin and top vents, the RF-1100 opened and closed with ease which made for all-around good air flow. Without a doubt, there is a noticeable difference in air circulation when the vents are open and closed. Great news considering many helmets we’ve tested don’t appear to offer much of a difference in this area. If ventilation is a key selling point for you, this helmet has you covered.

Shield

The face shield was also impressive, equipped with all things necessary for a proper fit, snug feel and a trouble-free removal mechanism.

Quality and Score

The RF-1100 comes with an first-rate five-year warranty, meets the Department of Transportation’s Safety Standards and is Snell approved. Buyers will certainly get some bang for their buck with this purchase, as it is just as impressive as its pricier counterparts. We rate the Shoei RF-1100 as “Excellent”.

If you love this helmet as much as we do and feel it’s a must have, check it out at Extrememoto.com.