AGV AX9 User manual

User manual
AX9

THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING AGV
The helmet that you have just purchased is the result of the experience and profes-
sionalism developed byAGVduring over 60years ofactivity�
Since 1947, we have in fact always been committed to designing and producing
helmets that ensure the utmost safety for their users, always starting from the
hardest benchmark: sport competitions� This can be demonstrated by the many
famous riders, like Giacomo Agostini, Franco Uncini, Wayne Rainey, Troy Corser,
Loris Capirossi, Max Biaggi and Valentino Rossi, who during the years have all cho-
sen AGV helmets� Accurate design, attention to the choice of materials, innovative
technologies and solutions, have always been in AGV’s DNA�
However, as the daily road use of helmets is very different from their use on the rac-
ing track during sports events, we have also paid a lot of attention to ensuring high
comfort levels, so that you can always be safe and at ease in any driving conditions�
USER MANUAL GUIDE
The AX9 helmet is a complex product� This manual will help you to familiarise with
its main components, so that you can learn how to use them correctly� Some of
them have been designed to be removed very easily: this manual will give you the
possibility to check that they are working correctly, and to carry out the necessary
cleaning operations�
The User manual discusses the individual components of the AX9 helmet and the
tasks that can be carried out by the user: removal, reinstallation and cleaning�
Any particularly important information and notices are highlighted with the
following: Please note!
The images relating to the discussed activities are shown starting from page 70�
The contents of this document may be updated without notice.
THE HELMET COMPONENTS
The images in this page show the helmet components discussed in the following
chapters.
Please note! After removing any helmet components, always make sure to double check that
they are reassembled correctly. For more information on safety requirements, refer to the In-
structions and Safety warnings and instructions booklet supplied with the helmet and this
User manual.
1. Rear extractor
2. Peak mechanism
3. Front air intake
4. Peak
5. Visor
6. Visor mechanism
7. Pinlock®hooking ratchet
8. Chin strap
9. Base edge
10. Chin guard air intake
11. Crown pad
12. Cheek pads and neck roll
13. Chin strap cover
14. Wind protector
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THE VISOR
Reference images on page 70
The scratch-resistant AX9 helmet polycarbonate visor has a mechanism that al-
lows a rotation movement.
The visor is attached to the shell through holes at both ends.
The fastening elements and their positions also ensure its movement. The shaped
tooth on the inside of the visor interacts with the grooves of the moving mecha-
nism, to ensure stability in the different opening positions (img. 01).
The moving mechanism allows for 5 positions of use:
• 1 visor closed, recommended when travelling at high speed.
• 1 micro opening, creating a small space between the visor and the visor edge, to ensure a mod-
erate air flow when travelling at slow speed.
• 2 intermediate positions, for partial opening of the visor.
• 1 fully open and fully up position. This position is only appropriate whilst putting the helmet on,
with the vehicle stopped.
We recommend that all removal and reassembly activities are completed with the helmet on a flat
support base.
REMOVAL
Fully close the visor. Using a screwdriver or a coin, start working on one of the fastening mecha-
nisms on the sides of the helmet.
Loosen and remove the screw, together with the plastic anti-rotation plate (img. 02), detaching
the visor from the shell.
Repeat on the other side and remove the visor.
INSTALLATION
Start on the fastening mechanism on one side of the helmet.
Using a screwdriver or a coin, join the components together (img. 02) and tighten the screw to a
torque of 1,5 Nm.
Repeat on the other side and then try to open and close the visor to ensure that its movement is
correct.
CLEANING
For optimum cleaning, remove the visor from the helmet and clean using a soft cloth and warm
water. If the visor is very dirty, add some neutral detergent. Rinse the visor under running water
and dry with a soft cloth. Cleaning is easier and more effective immediately after using the helmet.
Please note! Never use petrol, benzene, glass cleaners, abrasive products or chemical sol-
vents, as they could compromise the properties of the visor. Never attempt to remove dirt or sed-
iments from the visor using sharp or pointed objects. Do not place the visor to dry nearby heat
sources.
THE PINLOCK®ANTI-FOG INSERT
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The Pinlock®anti-fog insert is supplied with the AX9 helmet and must be fitted on
the inside of the visor. Made of moist absorbing plastic material, this inserts re-
duces the formation of fogging. It has been designed to perfectly adapt to the shape
of the visor, creating an insulating and hermetically sealed air chamber that does
not compromise the field of vision.
Please note! Anti-fog devices delay the formation of condensation, but do not prevent it from
occurring. This means that with anti-fog inserts, it simply takes longer for condensation to form.
Mist can and will form on the visor under certain environmental conditions. We recommend that
Pinlock®inserts are always used with air temperatures below 20° C and humidity levels exceeding
70%. We recommend that Pinlock®inserts are always used when it’s raining.
To install the Pinlock®insert, we recommend that you first remove the visor from the helmet.
INSTALLATION
1. Position the Pinlock®insert on the internal surface of the visor, making sure that the silicon
seal is in contact with the visor itself.
2. Secure the left side of the Pinlock®insert to the visor by placing the ratchet found on the left on
the inside of the visor in the shaped hollow found on the left side of the insert (img. 03).
3. Slightly bend the Pinlock®insert (img. 04) and help it adhere to the visor.
4. Secure right side of the Pinlock®insert to the visor by placing the ratchet found on the right
on the inside of the visor in the shaped hollow found on the right side of the insert (img. 05).
5. Make sure that the silicon seal on the edge of the Pinlock®insert adheres perfectly to the visor
along the whole perimeter (img. 05).
6. Remove the protective film on the Pinlock®insert and refit the visor on the helmet as indicated
in the previous chapter.
REMOVAL
Starting from one end of the visor, detach the Pinlock®insert from the visor ratchet on the inside
of the visor.
Slightly bend the insert.
Detach the other end of the Pinlock®insert from the ratchet and remove the insert.
Please note! The Pinlock®insert must be handled with the utmost care to avoid surface
scratches or abrasions.
CLEANING
To clean the Pinlock®insert, use a soft liquid detergent and a soft cloth dampened with warm
water. Before refitting it again, make sure to leave it to dry for at least one day.
Please note! Never use abrasive tools or products when cleaning the Pinlock®insert. Do not
use liquids containing ammonia or alcohol. Do not rub dry.

THE INNER COMPONENTS
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The interior of the AX9 helmet consists of: two side cheek pads connected to the
neck roll, the upper crown pad, the wind protection and the chin guard cover. These
components can be removed and washed individually.
We recommend that their installation and removal are carried out sitting down, placing the helmet
on your legs.
THE CHEEK PADS AND THE NECK ROLL: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
To remove the cheek pads and the neck roll, hold them at the front near the chin guard and pull
them towards the centre of the helmet to release the 6 press studs (img. 06). Remove the plas-
tic strap between the outer shell and the polystyrene shell, releasing it from the 4 red hooks
(img. 07). Slip off the chin strap through the appropriate hole.
To replace the cheek pads and the neck roll, place them inside the helmet, slipping the chin guard
through the appropriate hole, and insert the plastic strap between the outer shell and the polysty-
rene shell, securing it with the 4 red hooks (img. 08). Then secure the cheek pads to the polysty-
rene shell with the 6 press studs (img. 09). Make sure that the cheek pads are properly secured
to the helmet.
Please note! Make sure that the plastic strap is centred correctly and inserted between the in-
ternal polystyrene and the outer shell, to avoid the formation of creases in the fabric.
THE CROWN PAD: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
To remove the crown pad, release the 2 press studs on the front (img. 10) and the 2 press studs on
the rear (img. 11). Then remove the crown pad from the shell.
To install the crown pad, insert it in the shell and secure it with the 2 rear press studs (img. 12) and
the 2 front press studs (img. 13).
Please note! Before removing the crown pad, make sure to release all the press studs, to avoid
unpicking the fabric components.
THE WIND PROTECTION: INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL
In order to install the wind protection, first insert the front plastic tooth in the bottom section of
the chin guard and then continue with inserting the other side teeth (img. 14). Make sure that the
wind protection is solidly attached to the chin guard.
To remove the wind protection, release it by pulling it down.
THE CHIN STRAP COVER: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
To remove the cover, release the press stud that joins it to the chin strap (img. 15) and then slip it
off (img. 16). For the reinstallation, refit it so that it covers the chin guard. Once this has been done,
secure it using the appropriate press stud.
WASHING THE INNER COMPONENTS
After removing them from the helmet, the inner components must be hand washed by immersing
them in warm water with laundry detergent. Rinse with running water. Do not squeeze them and
let them dry at ambient temperature away from direct sun.
THE AIR INTAKES
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The AX9 helmet requires appropri-
ate air intakes that when desired will
ensure an efficient air flow even with
the visor completely closed.
The front air intakes and the chin
guard intakes can be opened and
closed as desired, while the rear ex-
tractors, the only object of which is
to allow air to escape from inside the
helmet, are always open, allowing air
to escape at a rate proportional to the
increase of the travelling speed.
We recommend that their installation and removal are carried out sitting down, placing the helmet
on your legs.
THE EXTERNAL CHIN GUARD AIR INTAKE
Lower the slider to open the external chin guard air intake. Lift the slider to close it (img. 17).
To remove the external chin guard air intake, release the button at the bottom of the same (img. 18)
by pulling it up, and rotate the air intake until it is completely detached (img. 19).
To install the external chin guard air intake, this must first be inserted in its upper housing, and
then in the bottom one (img. 20), until a click is heard, which confirms its secure and safe instal-
lation (img. 21).
THE INTERNAL CHIN GUARD AIR INTAKE
Lift the slider to open the internal chin guard air intake. Lower the slider to close it (img. 22).
To remove the internal chin guard air intake, release the button at the top of the same by pulling it
down, and move the air intake down until it is completely detached (img. 23).
To install the internal chin guard air intake, this must first be inserted in its bottom housing, and
then in the top one, until a click is heard, which confirms its secure and safe installation.
THE FRONT AIR INTAKES
The helmet has two air intakes on the front, above the visor.
Their opening or closing is ensured by a sliding mechanism: to open the air intakes simply push the
slider up, while for closing them simply push the slider down (img. 24).

THE PEAK
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The position of the peak of the AX9 helmet, designed for protection from sun glare
and debris, can be adjusted to suit the situation. Alternatively, the peak can also
be removed.
Please note! The use of the helmet with the peak is guaranteed up to 100 km/h maximum. Dur-
ing road use, the peak of the AX9 helmet must be kept in the fully up position.
We recommend that all adjustment, removal and refitting operations are completed with the helmet
on a flat support base.
ADJUSTMENT
Depending on personal use requirements, it is possible to reduce the inclination of the peak in
relation to the original position. This is possible by reducing the maximum opening of the visor,
replacing its adjustment mechanisms fitted as standard with the optional ones available in the
accessory pack (img.25).
Standard visor opening
Maximum visor opening
(with black mechanism)
Optional visor opening
Reduced visor opening
(with grey mechanism)
↓ ↓
Peak in the up position
non adjustable
Adjustable peak
Please note! The left and right mechanisms are not interchangeable and must be fitted
correctly. The Right mechanism is embossed with an “R”, the left mechanism with an “L”.
Start on the peak adjustment mechanism on one side of the helmet.
1. Remove the visor (see the section “The visor”).
2. Remove the visor adjustment mechanism by pulling it out (img. 26), and then replace it with
the optional grey one (img. 27). Make sure that is solidly attached: the catching click can be
clearly felt and heard.
Now that the opening of the visor has been limited, it is possible to adjust the peak. Start on the peak
adjustment mechanism on one side of the helmet.
3. To remove the cover plate, hook a finger on the groove found on its top edge, pull the it out and
bend it slightly to release it from its housings (img. 28 and 29).
4. Loosen the aluminium screws using a screwdriver or a coin (img. 30).
5. Repeat 1 and 2 on the adjustment mechanism on the opposite side of the helmet.
6. Adjust the peak, lowering or lifting it to the desired position (img. 31).
7. Tighten the previously removed screws to a torque of 1,5 Nm on both sides.
8. Replace the mechanism covering plates on both sides.
REMOVAL
Start on the peak adjustment mechanism on one side of the helmet.
1. To remove the cover plate, hook a finger on the groove found on its top edge, pull the it out and
bend it slightly to release it from its housings (img. 28 and 29).
2. Loosen the aluminium screws using a screwdriver or a coin (img. 30).
3. Repeat 1 and 2 on the adjustment mechanism on the opposite side of the helmet and remove
the peak.
4. Seal the peak screw holes using the appropriate rubber caps supplied (img. 32).
INSTALLATION
Start on the peak adjustment mechanism on one side of the helmet.
1. Remove the rubber caps from the peak screw holes.
2. Place the peak on the shell and secure with the screws without tightening them.
3. Repeat 1 and 2 on the adjustment mechanism on the opposite side of the helmet.
4. Tilt the peak to the desired position and tighten all the screws using a screwdriver or a coin.
Tighten to a torque of 1,5 Nm.
5. Fit the mechanism cover plates.
THE RETENTION SYSTEM
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To ensure safe fastening of the chin guard, carefully read the Instructions and Safe-
ty Warnings booklet.
CLOSING
1. Slip the chin guard end through the two rings (img. 33).
2. Slip the chin guard end back through the internal ring. Pull the end of the strap until you feel
pressure against your jaw (img. 34).
3. Fasten the press stud to secure the end in place (img. 35).
4. Make sure that the helmet sits tight on the head.
OPENING
Release the press stud by pulling the end of the strap. With the help of the red tab, loosen the strap
in the rings (img. 36).

1� Rotation prevention plate
2� Tightening screw
3� Visor position grooves
4� Visor positioning tooth
5� Visor centering hole
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