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Shoei GT-Air 3
Shoei
★★★★☆ (Expert Review)

GT-Air 3

$679 ✓ prime
Editor's Choice 🛡️ Safety Certified

*Product specifications and price may vary; this is an approximate reference.

Key Features

  • AIM Shell (Advanced Integrated Matrix)
  • Internal Drop-down Sun Visor (CNS-2SS)
  • SENA SRL3 Communication System Ready
  • Upper Ventilation with Optimized Flow

Our Take

"The Mile Eater"

Silence is the ultimate luxury on a long tour, and the GT-Air 3 is effectively a library. Shoei has refined the wind noise management to an art form; closing the visor feels like stepping into a recording booth. The internal sun visor is optically perfect—no distortion, no headache—and the integration with the Sena SRL3 system is seamless, avoiding that ugly bulky brick on the side of your helmet. It's simpler and safer than a modular helmet, yet offers all the convenience. The 3D Max-Dry liner is plush, wicking sweat instantly during summer rides. Our only gripe? The ratchet chin strap takes getting used to if you love D-rings. But for eating miles on the highway, there is no more comfortable place to put your head. The gold standard for sport-touring.

WikiMoto Verdict

9 /10
Protection 9
Comfort 10
Value 8
Durability 10

"Gold standard for sport-touring. Silent, comfortable, and Sena-ready."

Overview

Shoei GT-Air 3

The Shoei GT-Air 3 is Shoei’s premium touring helmet. It combines the brand’s signature protection and build quality with features designed for long-distance travel.

The King of Sport-Touring

The GT-Air has been a favorite among travelers for good reason: it offers touring features without sacrificing Shoei’s sporty feel.

CNS-2SS Internal Sun Visor

One of the most requested features by tourers:

  • Deploys with a single slider
  • Optimal tint for UV protection
  • Does not interfere with glasses
  • Silent and precise mechanism

SENA SRL3 Ready

The GT-Air 3 is specifically designed for the SENA SRL3 intercom:

  • Integrated cavities in the shell
  • No external protrusions
  • Buttons accessible with gloves
  • High-fidelity audio

Ventilation System

PositionFunction
Lower FrontAirflow to face
Upper FrontAirflow to head
Upper RearHeat extraction
MouthDis-mist visor

Touring Mode

The air intakes have a “cruise” position to:

  • Reduce wind noise
  • Provide constant but moderate airflow
  • Ideal for highway riding

AIM Shell

The same technology used in Shoei’s racing helmets:

  • Multiple layers of different materials
  • Fiberglass + Organic Fiber + Resin
  • 3 shell sizes

Premium Interior

  • 3D Max-Dry II: Absorbs moisture 2x faster
  • Removable and machine washable
  • Antibacterial treatment
  • Prescription glasses compatible

GT-Air 3 vs Competition

HelmetWeightSun VisorPrice
Shoei GT-Air 31,490gYes$679
Arai Profile-V1,610gNo$599
AGV K61,255gNo$499
Schuberth C51,480gYes (Modular)$699

Who Is The GT-Air 3 For?

Ideal for:

  • Sport-Touring and long trips
  • Variable light conditions
  • Intercom users
  • Premium daily use

Not ideal for:

  • Track days (consider X-Fifteen)
  • Limited budget
  • Riders needing modular capability

The GT-Air 3 is the helmet you’d wear to cross continents. Comfortable, quiet (for a full-face), and packed with every feature that matters for the open road.

Specification Detail
Type Helmet
Style Full-Face
Year 2024
Safety ECE 22.06, DOT
Material Multi-ply Fiberglass, Organic Fiber, Multi-density EPS