Race Star Flex DLX
*Product specifications and price may vary; this is an approximate reference.
⚡ Key Features
- ✓ Ultralight 3K Carbon Shell
- ✓ FLEX Impact Absorption Technology
- ✓ ProVision Visor with Tear-off Posts
- ✓ Pivot Quick Release Visor System
Our Take
"The American Muscle"
WikiMoto Verdict
"American heavyweight with FLEX tech. Carbon race helmet at a democratic price."
Overview
Bell Race Star Flex DLX
The Bell Race Star Flex DLX offers race technology at an accessible price point. Featuring a full 3K carbon shell and the innovative FLEX technology, it is the preferred choice for track days.
FLEX Technology
What sets the Race Star apart from the competition is the FLEX system:
FLEX Layer
An additional energy absorption layer between the shell and the EPS that:
- Reduces rotational impact forces
- Similar in concept to MIPS, but Bell’s proprietary design
- Acts as an extra “cushion”
3K Carbon Shell
- Carbon fiber woven with 3,000 fibers
- Visible under the clear finish
- Ultra-light weight: 1,250g
- 5 shell sizes
The ProVision Visor
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Field of View | Class A (Maximum allowed) |
| Anti-fog | Pinlock ready |
| Tear-offs | Posts included |
| Quick Change | Pivot System |
| Positions | 3 + closed |
Velocity Flow Ventilation
Bell designed a ventilation system optimized for speed:
- 4 front intakes
- Channelled internal ducts
- Venturi rear extractors
- Functional at all speeds
Magnetic Closure
A unique feature of the Race Star:
- Magnet-assisted chin strap closure
- Easy to operate with gloves
- Traditional Double D-ring as backup
FIM Homologated
One of the few helmets with FIM homologation, required for:
- National championships
- Professional Racing
- WorldSBK, MotoGP
DLX vs Standard Model
| Feature | Standard | DLX |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1,350g | 1,250g |
| Interior | Basic | X-Static Premium |
| Finish | Paint | Exposed Carbon |
| Chin Strap | Traditional | Magnetic |
Who Is The Race Star For?
✅ Ideal for:
- Track day enthusiasts
- Amateur racing
- Riders wanting carbon without the Arai/Shoei price tag
❌ Not ideal for:
- Long-distance touring (loud at high speeds)
- Daily urban use
- Riders looking for modular helmets
The Bell Race Star Flex DLX democratizes access to race technology. Real carbon, FIM certification, FLEX technology—all for less than the cost of a premium fiberglass helmet.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Helmet |
| Style | Full-Face |
| Year | 2024 |
| Safety | ECE 22.06, SNELL M2020D, FIM |
| Material | 3K Carbon Fiber, Epoxy Resin |