HOW TO USE YOUR HELMET PROPERLY
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Congratulations for acquiring a permium ScorpionExo® helmet. This helmet embodies the latest,
materials,
design, engineering, and technology available in the market today and is an excellent investment for your
comfort and protec- tion.
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However, PLEASE REMEMBER NO HELMET CAN PROTECT YOU AGAINST ALL POSSIBLE OR FORESEEABLE IMPACTS even when built
with the latest and best materials and technology.
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The following information will help you to enjoy and properly care for your helmet.
>> FUNCTION
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A helmet’s main function is to protect your head from impact in case of an accident. To accomplish this, a
helmet surrounds your head with a matrix of materials designed to absorb and cushion impact energy in some
accidents. A helmet is also designed to provide you with comfort while riding at speed and in various weather
conditions. Yet, there is a trade-off: A helmet decreases hearing sensitivity, peripheral vision and physical
movement to a certain extent while providing protection and comfort.
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Although there is no visible damage on your helmet, general wear and tear over time may affect overall
function of protective helmet adversely impact your helmet’s ability to protect and increase the risk of
injury in accident. It is advisable to replace your helmet no later than every 5 years from purchase.
HELMET FITMENT
>> FACESHIELDS AND/OR SUN VISORS
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The faceshield on your SCORPIONEXO® helmet provides protection from weather and airborne debris. Tinted
shields are available to protect your eyes from excessive sunlight. Also, the SCORPIONEXO® SpeedView®
internal
sun visor system allows you to quickly adapt to varying lighting conditions.
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NEVER USE A DARK/TINTED FACESHIELD OR SPEEDVIEW SUN VISOR IN DARK OR POOR VISIBILITY RIDING
CONDITIONS.
This is not only unsafe, but also illegal in most countries.
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NEVER WEAR A FACESHIELD OR A SUN VISOR THAT HAS BECOME SCRATCHED OR WORN OUT, OR RIDE WITH A
FACESHIELD/SUN
VISOR THAT IS OBSCURED BY FOGGING OR CONDENSATION. SCORPIONEXO® faceshields (clear and smoke only)
come
with a scratch-resistant coating. This coating can begin to deteriorate after roughly 2 years and for this
reason, we recommend that you replace your faceshield and/or sun visor at least every two years.
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* For certain ScorpionExo® helmets come with faceshield and/or sun visor
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DO NOT RIDE WITH THE FACESHIELD IN THE OPEN POSITION. IT SHOULD BE RIDDEN IN THE CLOSED/LOCKED
POSITION
FOR
MAXIMUM PERFORMACE.
>> FIT
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It is important for maximum safety that your SCORPIONEXO® helmet fits snugly and comfortably on your head
with
the retention strap (chinstrap) properly and snugly fastened.
Repeat this process until you find a size that is comfortable yet snug enough as to not slide on your head.THE
HELMET SHOULD BE SNUG ENOUGH TO MOVE THE SKIN ON YOUR FOREHEAD.
SECURING AND WEARING YOUR HELMET
FIRMLY AND SECURELY FASTEN YOUR CHINSTRAP. Check your chinstrap for tightness occasionally, as
vibration or wind may loosen it. DO NOT RIDE WITHOUT SNUGLY FASTENING YOUR CHINSTRAP.
>> DOUBLE D-RING
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1. Lead Feed the chinstrap through eyelets of both rings.
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2. Curl back and thread the chinstrap through taller the longest of the two rings.
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3. Securely tighten chinstrap until comfortable and safe yet snug.
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4. Press and snap buttons together to manage excess chinstrap.
>> MICROMETRIC BUCKLE TYPE
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1. While you are wearing your helmet, grasp the notched arm of the chinstrap with your right hand, and
the locking mechanism with your left hand.
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2. Pull the nylon tab with your thumb and forefinger to open the locking brace mechanism.
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3. Insert the notched arm into the slot.
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4. Release the nylon tab to lock the arm in place. Be sure to adjust as needed chinstrap tightness to a
snug/secure fit.
CLEANING YOUR HELMET
>> IMPORTANT NOTICE
The faceshield and sunvisor may be cleaned with mild soap and water. The shell of your helmet should also be
cleaned using only a mild soap and water. NEVER USE PETROLEUM BASED CHEMICALS, PAINTS, SOLVENTS,
ADHESIVE/STICKER REMOVERS OR CLEANING AGENTS SUCH AS GLASS CLEANER OR DISH SOAP to clean the shell, liners
or faceshield of your helmet. Your helmet shell, liner and faceshield may be seriously damaged by using such
products.
ALWAYS STORE YOUR HELMET IN A COOL, DARK, AND DRY PLACE.
>> CROWN LINER AND CHEEK PADS
All crown liners and sweat-wicking cheek pads are machine washable.
WASH THEM WITH A MILD DETERGENT IN WARM WATER AND ALLOW TO AIR DRY. Hand washing is recommended, but
machine washing is also permitted. Use the “delicate” cycle to prevent the agitator from damaging the
sweat-wicking material covering the liner parts, we recommend placing the parts in a washing bag. DO
NOT PLACE LINER AND/OR CHEEK PADS IN THE DRYER. Excess heat may damage the foam and coverings.
>> VENTILATION SYSTEMS
Ventilation systems are designed and engineered to maximize your comfort in a wide range of temperatures.
Familiarize yourself with the vents on your street helmet. Some vents have detents allowing partial opening
and
closing for airflow adjustability. thereby controlling intake and exhaust airflow.
YOUR HELMET’S VENTILATION SYSTEMS SHOULD BE KEPT CLEAR OF ANY OBSTRUCTIONS/DEBRIS INCLUDING DIRT, INSECTS
OR
OTHER ITEMS WHICH COULD INTERFERE WITH PROPER AIRFLOW FLOW OF AIR. The ventilation systems play an
important role, The proper function of your helmet’s ventilation system is critical for your riding comfort,
especially during physical exertion or hot-weather riding. Proper ventilation also helps decrease the
possibility of fogging on the faceshield.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY: KEEP IN MIND
>> HELMET CARE TIPS
1. DO NOT paint over your helmet’s original finish. Doing so will void your warranty.
2. DO NOT drop your helmet from any height onto a hard surface. This could cause
damage to your helmet’s finished and/or decrease its ability to protect you.
3. DO NOT place your helmet on your motorcycle’s rearview mirror: The sharp pressure from the
mirror’s
edge will compress and damage the helmet’s shock-absorbing liner.
4. DO NOT place your helmet on the motorcycle’s seat or fuel tank. It can easily roll off and hit the
ground causing damage to the helmet. It is best to place your helmet on the ground so it cannot fall in any
direction.
5. DO NOT ride with a scratched faceshield. This can impair your vision, especially at night.
6. DO NOT modify any part of your helmet, e.g., drilling the shell or cutting and pressing the shock
absorbing liner. Installation of sound systems, speakers and microphones reduces your helmet’s ability to
protect you and is not recommended.
7. DO NOT use the helmet again if it has either been dropped or involved in an accident. Any helmet
that
has sustained a violent impact should be replaced immediately, even if the damage is not visible to the
naked
eye.
8. DO NOT wear a dark or tinted faceshield (including the retractable SpeedView® Sunvisor) in dark or
poor visibility riding conditions.
9. DO NOT place your headliners and cheek pads in the dryer after washing. Allow them to air dry.
10. DO NOT attempt to remove, change, or replace your faceshield while riding.
>> IMPORTANT NOTICE
SCORPIONEXO® helmets are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for the periods described in
your helmet manual. This warranty is limited to the repair and replace- ment of parts and the necessary
labor
and services required to repair the helmet. Normal wear and tear are not covered by this warranty.
Modification of any kind made to the helmet by user, or any third party will render this warranty null and
void. This includes but is not limited to the installation of audio systems, drilling the shell or liner,
carving, or compressing the liner and painting of the shell.
Normal wear and tear to the finished and painted surfaces, abnormal treatment or abuse to the helmet
interior
is NOT covered under this warranty. This warranty also does NOT cover chips, scratches, abrasions or other
damage to the helmet's outer shell and painted surfaces caused by contact of the helmet with another surface
or object.
EMERGENCY RELEASE*
DISCLAIMER
>> EMERGENCY RELEASE*
Locate the emergency labeling on the neck roll. Simply reach under the neck roll and grab the release
strap, pull at a 45 degree angle towards front of helmet. The cheek liner will easily release from the
helmet.
This system should only be used by trained medical personnel.
This system can ease the cheek pad removal process but it does NOT guarantee
a complete removal. If the Emergency Release tabs/straps are broken,
stop and follow the direction of medical personnel to complete the cheek pad removal.
* Only for ScorpionExo® helmets equipped with Emergency Release System
>> DISCLAIMER
NO WARRANTIES ARE OFFERED BEYOND THE LIMITED WARRANTY EXPRESSLY SET FORTH IN THIS MANUAL. TO THE FULLEST
EXTENT PERMISSIBLE UNDER APPLICABLE LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ACCURACY, OMISSIONS, COMPLETENESS,
CURRENTNESS AND DELAYS. IF THESE LIMITATIONS, CONDITIONS, AND OTHER POLICIES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE ARE
HELD TO BE UNENFORCEABLE, OUR LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID BY PURCHSER(S) OF SUCH
PRODUCT(S).
