The World's Premier Helmet Manufacturer
Timeline
1959
Founding of the Shoei Kako Co., Ltd. Start of production of multi-purpose safety helmets in Tokyo.
1960
Start of production of Shoei motorcycle helmets.
1962
Shoei helmets are awarded with the JIS (Japanese Industrial Standard) certification.
1963
Introduction of the SR-1, the first racing helmet from Shoei.
1967
Start of production of the Shoei SR-Z, the first full face helmet.
1968
Founding of Shoei Safety Helmet Corporation in California, USA.
1976
Introduction of the world’s first carbon fibre helmet, the Shoei GR-Z.
1978
Founding of Shoei Europe in Belgium.
1983
Appearance of the Shoei Z-100 with innovative developments like injection moulded visor and built-in chin spoiler.
1984
For the first time in the history of motorcycle helmets, ventilation is implemented into a helmet with the Shoei RF-102V and the TJ- 201V.
1987
Wayne Gardner wins the 500cc class title with Shoei.
1988
Eddie Lawson wins the 500cc world championship with Shoei.
1990
Shoei introduces its X-8, the first helmet with internal visor mechanism. No covers are needed.
1991
Introduction of the VF-X off-road helmet.
1992
Wayne Rainey wins the 500cc world championship for the 3rd time in a row with Shoei. Shoei riders have won all 500cc world championships since 1987.
1993
Shoei introduces the X-8SP with a revolutionary two-part EPS liner.
1994
Founding of Shoei Europe in Düsseldorf.
1999
Alex Criville wins the 500cc world championship with Shoei.
2001
Founding of Shoei Distribution in Germany.
2003
Introduction of the Shoei XR-1000 helmet.
2006
The Shoei Multitec marks a new era in flip-front helmets.
2009
Introduction of the Shoei VFX-W, an icon in motocross helmets.
2011
Founding of Shoei Italia in Milano.
2011
The new Shoei wind tunnel is opened in Ibaraki, Japan.
2011
The Shoei Noetec takes the flip-up market by storm.
2012
Introduction of the Shoei GT-AIR. The most advanced touring helmet.
2013
Marc Marquez wins the MotoGP championship with Shoei.
2013
Shoei introduces the NXR. The street helmet for passionate motorcycle riders.
2014
Marc Marquez again wins the MotoGP championship with his trusty Shoei helmet.
2015
Shoei introduces the X-Spirit 3, the most advanced racing helmet, and the JO, the most beautiful open face helmet.
2016
Marc Marquez again wins the MotoGP championship with his trusty Shoei helmet.