Pista GP RR Rossi Laguna Seca 2005 Limited Edition

AGV Pista GP RR Rossi Laguna Seca 2005 Limited Edition Helmet. The helmet developed in MotoGP, now available to all riders. It is the same helmet used by professional AGV riders in Moto GP and Superbikes. The Pista GP RR has FIM Homologation, which certifies an unparalleled level of demand in terms of safety and protection. Its 100% carbon fibre outer shell offers lines that minimize interference with the competition suit and its interior with adaptable fit, avoids seams in the most sensitive areas. It has metallic vents developed in MotoGP and a rear spoiler to improve aerodynamic performance and stability at high speed. Every detail has been designed to ensure maximum performance.

Design history:

AGV presents the collection “I caschi di Vale”, a project that will consist of the six most iconic graphics used by the Italian rider in the course of his brilliant career.

2005 copies of this Replica helmet will be manufactured.
Each helmet will be delivered in an exclusive package with a letter from Valentino Rossi himself, in which he will tell about the ideas that led to the creation of the graphics, as well as the memories and sensations of the race in which he used it.

In 2005, Yamaha celebrated the 50th anniversary of its founding. For the Californian race, the entire factory team dressed in historic Yamaha yellow, the colour used by American riders in races in the 1970s and 1980s. The colour yellow became famous thanks to Kenny Roberts and that weekend it replaced the more modern metallic blue on the bike and on Rossi’s equipment. The Dainese suit and the AGV Ti-Tech helmet by Valentino once again wore the colours of the golden age.

Valentino, with the collaboration of the designer Roberto Marchionni of Starline, proposed a new version of his symbols, the sun and the moon. These two icons are represented, as always, on the sides of the helmet, but with other colours. The little number 1 on the front is also not missing, just below the AGV logo.

In 2005, after his sensational debut the previous season on Iwata’s bike, Rossi became world champion. That year he had the same luck: at Laguna Seca, he won his eighth consecutive podium; in a few weeks, it would be eleven. At the end of the season, the Tavullia rider won his seventh World Champion title.

Technical characteristics:

• Outer shell (outer structure) is made 100% of carbon fibre. Available in 4 exterior sizes to fit the physical constitution of each rider (XS-S), (MS), ML-L), (XL-XXL). The interior has EPS (interior structure) of 5 densities for optimum impact absorption and has been made in 4 sizes. Its structure is extremely compact and light with unequalled safety features.
• The shape of the shell and the EPS structure have been designed to minimise rotational accelerations (FIM homologation). The interior profile is designed to minimise the risk that the energy generated by an eventual impact is transmitted to the clavicle area. The rear lines minimise interference with the race suit when the rider is coupled with the bike.
• The IVS ventilation system consists of five large air inlets and 2 rear exhausts. The ventilation of the upper front part has been strategically placed in order to receive the greatest air flow.
• The new metallic ventilations combine strength and protection. Thanks to the entrance of a great air flow and the 2 rear exhausts, the air circulation speed is increased inside the helmet, achieving a good cooling of the interior. The air inlets on the chin bar direct the air flow over the entire screen surface in order to avoid misting.  Ventilation plugs are included with the helmet.
• The new, wind tunnel tested, rear spoiler affords high aerodynamic efficiency and stabilises the helmet at high speeds. It has been designed to come off in the event of an accident and thus maintain the rounded structure of the outer shell.
• Renovated interior with 360° adaptation system. It has been designed to offer a stable, wraparound, pressure free fit, as well as maximum comfort. With Sanitized (antibacterial), 2Dry (for superb moisture wicking) and Microsense (for a soft comfortable feel) treatment. The neck part has breathable fabric with stretch inserts with water resistant treatment to avoid the water entering the helmet The upper part of the padding is patented and is reversible: with a warmer and a cooler side, in order to adapt to the rider’s needs at all times. The interior is fully removable and washable. The padding in the upper area has been made in soft fabric to afford stability at high speeds. Cheek pads made of stretch, breathable microfiber. Seams have been avoided in the more sensitive areas of the head for maximum comfort. With detachable chin curtain and breath guard.
• Emergency release system of the side padding in the event of an accident, to facilitate helmet removal by medical personnel.
• Hydration system fully integrated into the helmet, developed in MotoGP. The tube has a valve situated in the area of the chin bar for constant and convenient hydration of the rider. The hydration system is fully removable.
• Optical class 1 anti-scratch screen designed to offer a vertical field of view of 85 degrees in racing position and 190 degrees of horizontal vision. It comes standard with a Pinlock MaxVision (120) anti-fog sheet and Tear-Off brackets. A Tear-Off kit is included with the helmet.
• The screen incorporates a patented closure system (VLS) that prevents accidental opening of the screen. The thickness of the screen is 5mm. It has a micro opening system.
• The screen mechanism allows the screen to be removed without the use of tools and incorporates metal parts for added strength. “Roto-translation” system in the mechanism for a perfect fit of the visor with the helmet.
• Titanium double buckle retention system.
• Weight: 1,450 g. +/- 50 g. (in sizes XS and S).