Fabio Quartararo has been synonymous with Scorpion Helmets ever since he entered MotoGP’s Premier class. As the lone Scorpion-sponsored rider within the high Grand Prix class, the Frenchman virtually carried the model’s racing division (sorry, Alvaro Bautista). After competing on the entrance of the pack for 4 seasons, nevertheless, it was time for a change.
The first domino fell when Joan Mir changed Pol Espargaro at Repsol Honda. The Spanish rider returned to AGV when he signed with the GASGAS Factory Racing Team. That left a vacuum within the HJC ranks, one which the Korean helmet producer shortly full of the previous 2021 MotoGP champion.
“I cannot wait to try [the RPHA 1 helmet] on in the upcoming MotoGP races with a goal to place it on the top of the podium,” proclaimed Quartararo. “I look forward to working hard and fight for MotoGP Championships together with HJC. I want to thank HJC and the Hong family for the trust in me and I look forward to this journey together. I wish everyone happy new year and see you on tracks for new adventures.”
For 2023, Quartararo will sport HJC’s flagship RPHA 1 helmet. The top-of-the-line lid not solely meets ECE and DOT requirements but in addition adheres to FIM homologation. The wind tunnel-tested form and PIM+ shell attraction to racers whereas the Silvercool inside and comm-ready sockets go well with avenue riders.
The 23-year-old Yamaha rider could have swapped helmet manufacturers, however his iconic El Diablo branding stays largely the identical. Though barely refined, his trademark satan face design nonetheless decorates the skull portion of the lid. Monster logos plastered alongside the aspect additionally align with Yamaha Factory Team sponsorships. HJC guarantees to outfit Quartararo in limited-edition liveries for particular races all through the 2023 season as effectively.
The firm will launch the RPHA 1 Quartararo Replica in March, 2023, nevertheless it additionally plans to supply an unique FQ20 line with the “Diablo” design on its i71 and C10 helmets. Quartararo will debut his RPHA 1 Winter Test graphic on the first pre-season take a look at on February 9, 2023. He will then the place his signature Diablo race helmet for the season opener in Portugal on March 23, 2023.
Source: www.rideapart.com