SMK Retro Jet Pinstripe Matt Helmet
The SMK Retro Jet Pinstripe Matt is an open face helmet with a matt finish, a matt shell and a goggle friendly setup. It is certified to ISI, DOT and ECE 22.06.
Sizes S to XXL on two shell sizes, with a one year manufacturer warranty.
Fine lines look sharper on a quiet background. The SMK Retro Jet Pinstripe in a matt finish pairs a flat, glare free shell with the leather trimmed comfort of the Retro Jet series.
It is a modern take on a classic jet helmet. If you want it shiny, look at the gloss Pinstripe. Every model is listed on our SMK open face helmets page.
Fine lines trace the shell on the Pinstripe, curling from the brow around the visor pivot and back, with a broad band finishing the lower edge. The look is precise and old school.
What makes it a good ride
A matt shell does not show fingerprints, and the removable visor and side plates let you ride with goggles when the weather is right for it.
If you like your helmet to match the tone of an older bike, the flat paint and leather trimmed inside have that understated feeling.
Feature rundown
- Removable, washable liner that breathes and manages moisture
- Neck roll to keep wind off your neck
- Visor and side plates come off, so you can ride with goggles
- Padded comfort chin strap with a double D ring
- Multi colour side plates available as an option
- Visor that is long and wide, so the road stays in sight
- Supplied tool for swapping the visor and customising the side plates
- Two shell sizes made from energy impact resistant thermoplastic (EIRT)
Choosing a size
Two shells, five sizes. The lighter M shell (about 1,450 g) goes with sizes S and M, and the L shell (about 1,550 g) goes with L, XL and XXL. Weights can vary by around 50 g. Measure above the eyebrows and read your size off the chart above. Our helmet fitting guide shows what a good fit feels like.
Certification
Certified to ISI, DOT and ECE 22.06, which are the Indian, American and latest European standards. The label inside lists them. Because the face is open, this is a helmet for slower, shorter and scenic rides more than for fast highway work.
Care
Matt paint does not take polish or wax well, since they leave shiny patches. Wipe with a damp microfibre cloth and do not rub one spot hard. The helmet maintenance guide has more.
Warranty
The helmet comes with a one year manufacturer warranty.
Frequently asked questions
Q1: Is it a half face helmet?
A1: It is an open face helmet. It covers your ears and the back of your head and has no chin bar, while a true half helmet covers only the top of the head.
Q2: Can I ride without the visor?
A2: Yes. Remove the visor and side plates and wear goggles or sunglasses instead.
Q3: Which shell will I get?
A3: Sizes S and M use the M shell. Sizes L, XL and XXL use the L shell.
Q4: Does it suit a cruiser or retro bike?
A4: That is what the vintage jet shape is made for. It looks at home on cruisers, classics, cafe racers and scooters.
Q5: What does it weigh?
A5: Around 1,450 g for sizes S and M and around 1,550 g for L, XL and XXL, within 50 g.