
Scorpion EXO-AT960 Modular Adventure Helmet
by ScorpionThe Scorpion EXO-AT960 is a modular adventure helmet with a polycarbonate shell and flip-up chin bar, built for riders who move between street commuting and light off-road trails.
- Flip-up modular chin bar
- AirFit adjustable cheek pads
- Drop-down sun visor
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The Scorpion EXO-AT960 is a versatile, well-built modular adventure helmet that bridges street and light off-road riding. Its AirFit cheek pads, Pinlock-ready shield, and solid ventilation deliver strong comfort and function, while the added weight from the modular hinge and wind noise from the peak visor are the main trade-offs for that versatility.
The EXO-AT960 is a modular adventure helmet built around an Advanced Polycarbonate shell, weighing in at roughly 1738 grams, with a flip-up chin bar that lets it work as both a full-face and an open-face lid without switching helmets. It carries DOT and ECE 22.05 certification and ships with a Pinlock-ready, UV-resistant shield alongside an integrated drop-down sun visor, so riders can go from bright motorway glare to shaded trail without reaching for sunglasses. Ventilation runs through multiple intake and exhaust vents across the shell, and the interior uses a removable, washable KwikWick II liner. EQRS emergency quick-release cheek pads let first responders pull the liner clear quickly if needed.
In use, the chin bar flips up with a single-button release, useful for a drink or a chat at a fuel stop without pulling the whole helmet off, and it locks down solidly once closed. The AirFit system lets riders pump up the cheek pads for a snugger fit rather than being stuck with whatever foam density ships in the box, which matters given how differently faces are shaped. Ventilation holds up even at low speeds in traffic, a common weak point for adventure-styled shells, and the Pinlock-ready shield keeps fogging in check through temperature swings. The trade-off is added weight and bulk from the modular hinge, plus wind noise from the peak visor once speeds climb on the motorway.
The AT960 suits riders who genuinely move between street commuting, motorway touring, and light off-road trails, rather than committing to one style of riding. The shell and liner hold up over repeated use, and the washable interior keeps things fresh through seasons of regular wear. Riders wanting the lightest possible street helmet will find purpose-built road lids that shed the modular hinge weight, and dedicated dirt riders may prefer a helmet built purely around goggle compatibility rather than a shield and sun visor combination. Graphic options are also more limited than some competitors. For the adventure and dual-sport crowd wanting one helmet that flexes between pavement and gravel, the AT960 remains a strong, comfortable option.
- Flip-up chin bar adds real versatility between street and trail
- AirFit cheek pads let you fine-tune the fit by hand
- Ventilation holds up well even at low speeds
- Pinlock-ready shield resists fogging effectively
- Quieter than many modular adventure hybrids
- Strong feature set relative to other adventure helmets
- Heavier than a dedicated street-only helmet at 1738g
- Peak visor generates wind noise at motorway speeds
- Modular hinge adds bulk to the overall profile
- Fewer graphic options than some rivals offer
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- Advanced Polycarbonate shell construction
- Modular flip-up chin bar
- Pinlock-ready, UV-resistant shield
- Integrated drop-down sun visor
- AirFit air pump-adjustable cheek pads
- EQRS emergency quick-release cheek pads
- Removable, washable KwikWick II liner
- DOT and ECE 22.05 certified
Bench rank 33 of 40 in helmet. The median piece in this category scores 59; the best scores 67.
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- Riders who want certified protection first and will live with the weight.
- Long days in the saddle, where fit matters more than a spec-sheet win.
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