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Originally Posted by mickchaganis
The SHARP test seems more comprehensive than any other test, I think all helmets tested had passed the Euro 22.05 but some got a 2 star others got 5! Manufacturers can look at the 5 star helmets and see what makes them 5 star and improve their designs. I'm sure some of the sales of 5 star helmets in the next few weeks will be to other manufacturers. This can only be a good thing as in a couple of years most helmets on the market will have a 5 star rating!
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Good post Mickchaganis. Anything that encourages manufacturers to produce even better helmets, leathers etc. has to be a good thing IMO. If the SHARP tests become an industry standard in the way that NCAP ratings have become for cars then it won't be long before the main manufacturers (Arai, Shoei, AGV etc.) ensure their lids all score a maximum rating.
Perhaps we should remember that the lids tested probably weren't built with consideration to achieving a high score in the SHARP tests. I shall be following both the tests & the response of the manufacturers with interest over the next couple of years.
