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Bell Race Star Flex DLX
Bell
★★★★☆ (Expert Review)

Race Star Flex DLX

$649 ✓ prime
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*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"

Bell brings a muscle car mentality to the helmet game: heavy on tech, distinct on style. The FLEX energy management system is a clever solution to low-speed impacts, using three distinct layers of material to manage energy at different speeds—something most race helmets simply ignore. The 3K carbon weave is stunning in person, and the magnetic cheek pads are a feature you didn't know you needed until you have them (emergency responders love them too). It runs a bit louder than a Shoei, but the ventilation is hurricane-force, keeping you cool on grid. The Panovision viewport offers class-leading visibility when you're fully tucked in. It’s an American heavyweight contender that punches well above its weight class.

WikiMoto Verdict

9 /10
Protection 9
Comfort 8
Value 10
Durability 9

"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

FeatureDetail
Field of ViewClass A (Maximum allowed)
Anti-fogPinlock ready
Tear-offsPosts included
Quick ChangePivot System
Positions3 + 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

FeatureStandardDLX
Weight1,350g1,250g
InteriorBasicX-Static Premium
FinishPaintExposed Carbon
Chin StrapTraditionalMagnetic

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