AGV K5, a new sporty full-face helmet for everyday use en , touring
De The AGV K5 is a versatile full-face helmet for motorcyclists who want to combine AGV’s sporty character with features that are especially important during everyday use en and longer rides. De The new K5 was developed for use on de public roads en and combines a composite fiber outer shell with an integrated sun visor, a wide field of view, extensive ventilation en , and a comfortable interior.
de ’s K5 thus clearly positions itself as an all-around sport-touring motorcycle helmet. It’s sporty enough for an active riding style, but not as uncompromisingly designed as a pure racing helmet. For commuting, weekend rides en nd longer touring trips, de ’s K5 offers an interesting combination of features.
Important: This is de the new AGV K5 with ECE 22.06 certification en not de the older AGV K5 S.
Which motorcyclists is the de AGV K5 designed for?
De The K5 is designed for de motorcyclists looking for a single full-face helmet for various types of rides. AGV itself cites both daily commutes and rides outside de the city as its intended uses.
This is reflected in the de features. De aerodynamic shape en and spoiler are designed for sportier riding, while the integrated sun visor, de Pinlock, comfortable inner lining en , and ventilation are practical features for long-distance riding.
This makes the de AGV K5 an attractive option for, among others, naked bikes, sport-tourers en , and other street bikes where a sporty helmet is desired without completely sacrificing the ease of use of a touring helmet.
Composite-fiber helmet shell with three shell sizes
de uses AGV composite fiber for the outer shell. De The K5 is manufactured with three different outer shell sizes en and four sizes of multi-density EPS. This allows de the dimensions of de the helmet to be better tailored to de the actual helmet size.
De The compact design of the visor mechanism also gives AGV more space for EPS around de the temples. De The underside of de the helmet shell features a so-called “collarbone safe” profile, which allows AGV to account for the area around the collarbone in the event of an impact.
De The AGV K5 is available in sizes ranging from XS to en with XXL.
ECE 22.06 en , Double D-ring closure
De The new AGV K5 meetsthe ECE 22.06 homologation requirements set forth at de . This means that this generation complies with the current European safety standard for motorcycle helmets, as specified at de .
De The helmet is equipped with a Double D-ring buckle. The de K5 also features an Emergency Release System. This makes it easier to remove the de cheek pads in an emergency.
These are important differences to keep in mind when searching online for information about the de K5. De The older AGV K5 S belongs to an earlier generation. Its specifications should therefore not be applied directly to this new K5.
Aerodynamics for a Stable Helmet
AGV has developed de a helmet shell de en de spoiler to de control airflow around de the helmet en and reduce turbulence. The goal is to provide greater stability as de speed increases en and reduce strain on de the neck.
That’s what makes the de K5 an interesting choice if you don’t just take short city trips but regularly cover longer distances or drive on the highway. At the same time, the design remains distinctly sporty, just as you’d expect from an AGV full-face helmet.
Weight en , comfortable fit
AGV lists the weight of the K5 “ de ” at 1,500 grams in the first helmet shell size at de . The final weight depends on the helmet size at de and the corresponding shell construction at en .
For the interior, AGV uses Ritmo- en and Shalimar materials, among others. De Shalimar cheek pads are designed for a soft, secure fit. en de DrySpeed technology helps quickly wick away sweat.
De The cheek pads are interchangeable between different sizes at de , allowing for further adjustment of the fit at de . The De helmet is also Eyewear Ready: the design of the fit at de takes into account the wearing of glasses.
De The inner lining is removable en and washable. The de nose deflector, the en wind shield, and the de chin strap can also be removed.
Adjustable ventilation
Good air circulation is important during warmer rides or more intense riding. De The AGV K5 has three adjustable vents at de the front en and a wide air outlet at de the rear.
The ventilation system was developed using CFD simulations. De Openings at de the front allow fresh air to enter, while warm air can be exhausted through de the rear.
De The ventilation system can also be operated while wearing motorcycle gloves. Additionally, the " de " City Position of the visor allows for extra ventilation at low speeds.
GT8 Visor with 190° Ultravision
One of de the key features of de the AGV K5 is its wide field of view. De AGV Ultravision technology offers a 190-degree horizontal field of view, providing a wide range of peripheral vision.
De The K5 uses a GT8 visor with a scratch-resistant coating. The visor features a locking system, multiple positions en , and a quick-release system that allows it to be removed without tools.
A Pinlock 70 MaxVision anti-fog lens is included as standard. This is especially useful in cold or humid weather, when fog builds up more quickly on the de inside of the visor.
Integrated en adjustable sun visor
De The AGV K5 has an internal sun visor. This means you don't have to switch to the outer visor right away when light conditions change.
The sun visor features a scratch-resistant coating en and can be removed without tools. In addition, de position is adjustable to two different heights, allowing de position to be better tailored to de rider.
That's a useful feature, especially for a helmet designed for both everyday riding and longer trips.
Ready for the AGV ONSYDE communication system
Communication features have also been incorporated into the design of de new K5. De helmet is compatible with the AGV ONSYDE communication system.
For ONSYDE, the de K5 features a specific connection on de the side. This allows the system to be mounted in a semi-integrated configuration en , so de the battery does not need to be placed on the back de of the helmet. The system is sold separately.
Would you like to use a different communication system? If so, please check in advance whether the system in question— en de —is compatible with the de K5.
Sporty driving and long distances
De de 's K5 gets its strength primarily from its versatility. For sporty street riding, helmet features an aerodynamic shape, a spoiler, and a Double D-ring closure that provides a wide view of the road . de en de
In everyday use, other features become more important. These include the internal sun visor, de the included Pinlock 70 MaxVision, a washable inner lining en and easily adjustable ventilation.
En On longer rides, fit, ventilation en , and stability play a more important role. Precisely because AGV combines these features in a single full-face helmet, the de K5 is an attractive alternative for motorcyclists who aren’t looking for a dedicated racing helmet or a traditional touring helmet.
Why choose the new AGV K5 from de ?
De The new K5 occupies an interesting position within the AGV lineup. It is a sporty full-face helmet, but de its features are clearly designed for practical use on de public roads.
Features include a composite fiber outer shell, ECE 22.06 certification, three outer shell sizes, four EPS sizes, a Double D-ring closure, 190° Ultravision, Pinlock 70 MaxVision, an integrated sun visor en , and a fully removable en washable interior.
This makesthe de AGV K5 motorcycle helmet particularly appealing if you value its sporty features but also want a helmet that’s comfortable enough for everyday riding en and longer trips.
Buy the AGV K5 from Vespucci Netherlands
Would you liketo buy a de AGV K5? Check out the available colors, designs en , and sizes de at Vespucci Netherlands above. Choose de the model that fits your motorcycle en and gear en . When ordering, be sure to select de the correct helmet size.
Are you unsure which size to choose, or would you like to know which AGV full-face helmet best suits your needs? Please contact Vespucci Netherlands. We’d be happy to help you choose de the right helmet, size en and matching accessories.
Frequently Asked Questions About the de AGV K5
What type of helmet is the AGV K5 de ?
De The AGV K5 is a full-face helmet designed for versatile use on de public roads. De The helmet combines a sporty design with practical features for everyday use en and longer rides, such as an integrated sun visor, Pinlock en and adjustable ventilation.
How much does the de AGV K5 weigh?
AGV specifies a weight of 1,500 grams for the new K5 at de in the first shell size at de . The actual weight may vary depending on de the selected helmet size at en de and the corresponding shell construction.
What safety standard does the de AGV K5 meet?
De The new AGV K5 is ECE 22.06-approved. De The helmet also features a Double D-ring closure, an Emergency Release System for de cheek pads en and a collarbone-friendly profile on de the underside of de the helmet shell.
Does the de AGV K5 have a sun visor?
Yes. De The AGV K5 has an integrated sun visor with a scratch-resistant coating. The sun visor can be removed without tools. en de Its position is adjustable to two different heights.
Does the de AGV K5 come with Pinlock?
Yes. The new AGV K5 at de comes with a Pinlock 70 MaxVision anti-fog lens. The De helmet features a GT8 visor with AGV Ultravision en a 190-degree horizontal field of view.
Is the de AGV K5 suitable for long rides?
Yes, de the features of the de K5 make it suitable for longer rides. De The helmet features, among other things, adjustable ventilation, an integrated sun visor, Pinlock, a removable en washable inner lining en and an aerodynamically designed helmet shell en spoiler.
Can a communication system be installed in the de AGV K5?
De The new AGV K5 is specifically designed for use with the AGV ONSYDE communication system. To this end, de the helmet features an integrated connection on de the side. If you wish to install a different communication system, please check in advance de for compatibility en and installation options.
What is the difference between de AGV K5 en de and the older K5 S?
De The new AGV K5 is a different generation from de AGV K5 S. De The current K5 complies with ECE 22.06 en and features, among other things, three outer shell sizes, four EPS sizes, a GT8 visor en , and compatibility with AGV ONSYDE. De The older K5 S is an ECE 22.05 model. Specifications en Therefore, accessories are not automatically interchangeable.