Arai SKV-R FIA 8878-2024 Snell K2025 Karting Helmet  Purpose-Built Arai Protection for Competitive Karting -New for 2026 In stock and Ready to Ship The Arai SKV-R Karting Helmet is Arai's next-generation kart racing helmet, built specifically for the demands of competitive karting. Designed around Arai's protection-first philosophy, the SKV-R uses a smoother, rounder shell profile to help impacts glance away from the helmet instead of transferring force directly into the structure. The redesigned shell lowers the visor attachment area to create a larger, smoother upper shell surface. The GP-VAS visor system combines a lower pivot point with full visor opening, while the lowered eye port improves the driver's downward field of view for better visibility of gauges, steering wheel controls, and kart-mounted instruments. Arai SKV-R Karting Helmet Features FIA 8878-2024 and Snell K2025 karting helmet standards PB-cLc shell construction in gloss white Purpose-built for kart racing use GP-VAS visor system with lowered pivot point Smoother upper shell area for improved glancing-off performance Lowered visor line and improved downward field of view Center visor lock that can be operated from either side, even with gloves Removable odor-resistant interior for airflow, comfort, and easier cleaning Adjustable fit system with removable foam layers Redesigned cheek pads to simplify microphone installation and cable routing Updated ventilation with intake placement moved forward for better airflow Prepared for drink system routing without helmet modification Arai SKV-R Karting Helmet Specifications Brand: Arai Model: SKV-R Use: Kart racing Shell: PB-cLc Color: White Interior: Odor-resistant material Sizes: XS (54), S (55-56), M (57-58), L (59), XL (60-61) Standards: FIA 8878-2024, Snell K2025 FHR/HANS compatibility: No Arai SKV-R Karting Helmet Size Chart Arai SKV-R Karting Helmet FAQs Is the Arai SKV-R approved for kart racing?Yes. The SKV-R is listed with FIA 8878-2024 and Snell K2025 karting helmet standards. Is the Arai SKV-R for auto racing or karting?The SKV-R is built specifically for kart racing. Drivers needing an auto racing helmet with FHR/HANS compatibility should look at the Arai GPV-R instead. Does the Arai SKV-R have HANS posts?No. The SKV-R is a karting helmet and does not feature FHR/HANS compatibility. What sizes are available?The SKV-R is available in XS (54), S (55-56), M (57-58), L (59), and XL (60-61). Can the fit be adjusted?Yes. The SKV-R uses removable comfort foam layers so the fit can be fine-tuned. What is the difference between the Arai SKV-R and GPV-R?The SKV-R is the karting-focused model with odor-resistant karting interior materials and no FHR/HANS compatibility. The GPV-R is the auto racing model with FIA 8859-2024 approval, flame-retardant interior material, and HANS posts.