MotoGP helmet tech for the daily commute

Shark has introduced a new everyday road helmet range with a definite nod to the racetrack. It’s called the Skwal Cup, and it borrows a clear piece of aero thinking from the track-focused Aeron GP: a rear spoiler designed to add stability and give the helmet a more purposeful, track-led profile.

You might also like to read our Shark Aeron GP review and Shark Aeron review.

The shell is polycarbonate, but the standout detail is how it has been shaped. Shark used computational fluid dynamics, the same airflow analysis you’d expect in MotoGP and F1, to refine the helmet’s aerodynamics. The rear ‘shark fin’ spoiler is claimed to reduce drag, improve how the helmet cuts through the air, and boost stability at speed. A front intake and two rear extractors complete the airflow package, with ventilation aimed at keeping the rider cool without adding noise or turbulence.

The visor is another carry-over from the Aeron GP. It’s a high-definition optical class 1 unit, offering a clear view with no distortion and a scratch-resistant coating. As someone who has used the Aeron GP and Aeron for the last year and more, I can testify to how well the visor system Shark has employed performs.

Riders wanting a sportier look can swap to tinted or iridium visors using the quick-release mechanism. There’s a drop-down internal sun visor too, plus an adjustable visor closure to let in extra air on hot days. A Pinlock insert comes in the box to fight fogging.

Shark has stuck with a double-D ring strap, the same fastener used on race helmets for security and simplicity. The shell is also ready to take Shark’s own Sena-built comms systems (Bluetooth or Mesh), though these are sold separately.

Comfort hasn’t been left behind in the pursuit of styling. The Skwal Cup uses Shark’s Best Fit Technology, with a suede-finish Alveotech interior that’s soft, antibacterial, and built to be gentle against the skin. It’s even friendly for glasses wearers thanks to the Easy Fit System, and both the cheek pads and liners can be removed and washed. Two shell sizes (XS–M and L–XXL) help avoid the typical “one shell fits all” compromise.

There’s also an open-face alternative for city riders who want the same tech without the closed-lid feel: the Skwal Jet Cup. It carries over the same aerodynamic thinking but with an urban focus and a more dynamic, open design.

The Skwal Cup will be available in Scott Redding and Johann Zarco replica paint options, arriving in stores in December.

For more details or to find your nearest Shark dealer, head to the official website.

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