Airoh has just dropped the H.21, a new open-face helmet that’s clearly trying to do more than just be a breezy city lid. It comes in full carbon or composite carbon, spans three shell sizes, and targets riders who want something light, premium, and actually usable every day.
And as impressive as the carbon construction and all the safety features this helmet brings to the table are, its weight is what really stands out. Or rather, how little of it there is.
You see, the Full Carbon 6K version starts at just 2.84 pounds (around 1,290 grams), give or take a bit, while the Composite Carbon version comes in at around 2.93 pounds (around 1,330 grams). For a jet helmet that’s meant to be worn in traffic, under the sun, and potentially for longer rides, that’s a big deal. Less weight means less fatigue, less strain on your neck, and honestly, less reason to take the helmet off the moment you stop. That’s especially relevant in hot climates or slow-moving urban traffic where heavy helmets can get annoying fast.
And Airoh didn’t just shave weight and call it a day. The H.21 is built around three shell sizes, covering XS all the way to 3XL. That means you’re not just getting different padding thicknesses crammed into the same shell. Fit should be more natural across the board, which matters just as much as weight when you’re wearing something for hours.
From there, the helmet stacks up on features. You get an extra-wide visor for better peripheral vision, plus an integrated sun visor so you’re not squinting when the light changes mid-ride. It’s also Pinlock 70 ready, so if you’re dealing with colder mornings or mixed conditions, fogging shouldn’t be a dealbreaker.
Safety-wise, it ticks the right boxes with ECE 22.06 certification. The retention system is micrometric, which makes it easy to adjust on the fly, especially if you’re hopping on and off the bike throughout the day.
Ventilation looks properly thought out, too. There’s an adjustable top vent, a rear vent, plus spoilers and extractors to help move air through the helmet. Combine that with a removable, washable, hypoallergenic liner made from high-performance textiles, and it’s pretty clear this thing is designed for real-world use, not just showroom appeal.
There’s also Airoh’s ASN system baked in, short for Airoh Sliding Net. It’s meant to improve comfort and overall wearability, though like a lot of proprietary systems, you’ll probably need to actually wear it to fully appreciate what it’s doing.
Tech integration is part of the package as well. The H.21 is ready for Airoh’s AWC 4 and AWC 2 communication systems, so if you’re the type who rides with comms, you won’t have to hack something together aftermarket.
Then there’s a small but genuinely useful detail. An anti-theft ring built into the strap. It sounds minor, but if you’ve ever parked your bike somewhere sketchy and didn’t want to carry your helmet around, you already know why that matters.
All of this comes together in a helmet that feels like Airoh is trying to push the open-face category upmarket. It’s not just about airflow and convenience anymore. It’s about getting close to full-face levels of comfort and tech, while keeping things light and easy to live with.
Pricing starts at 259 euros (around $299 USD) for the Composite Carbon version, and 299 euros (around $345 USD) for the Full Carbon 6K version, which lands squarely in the premium open-face space. It's definitely not cheap, but also not wild considering the materials, weight, and feature set you’re getting.
Source: Airoh
