ICON VARIANT PRO Setup guide

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The instructions in this manual are designed to help you select the right helmet, wear it properly, take care of it and know when to
replace it. Failure to follow these instructions may increase your risk of serious injury or death in an accident. In order to get the most
protection possible from your helmet, you should always do the following – Wear your helmet when you ride, Handle your helmet
carefully to avoid accidental damage and ride safe. Do not take risks because you are wearing a helmet.
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SAFETY WARNING: Riding a motorcycle is a dangerous activity. No helmet
can protect a wearer against all possible impacts. When riding, always wear
a helmet, eye protection, protective clothing, gloves and boots. There is no
assurance that serious injury or death can be avoided even if you wear the
helmet shown in this manual. Take all precautions to avoid every risk when riding
a motorcycle. This helmet is not meant for use as a fire retardant product and
does not contain any fire retardant materials. Please ensure that your ICON®
products fit properly. Improperly fitting products can impair your ability to control
your motorcycle.
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CONTENTS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CONSTRUCTION 03
SHELL & EPS 04
CHOOSING THE CORRECT HELMET SIZE 05
PROPER FITTING 06
CHINSTRAP 07
USING YOUR HELMET CORRECTLY 08
INSPECTING YOUR HELMET BEFORE EVERY USE 08
VARIANT PROTM VISOR 09
VARIANT PROTM SHIELD 10
HYDRADRYTM COMFORT LINER 11
VENTING SYSTEM 13
CARE AND CLEANING 15
ADVISORY 16
USE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS: Before using this helmet, be sure to
read this instruction manual and retain it after reading. It contains valuable
information that will help you maximize the performance and life of the helmet.
MOBILITY liberated
For over a decade the VariantTM helmet has defined
aggressive street riding. Now, with a refined fit, improved
function, and lighter weight, we introduce the much
anticipated Variant ProTM. The wind tunnel refined shell is
designed to reduce drag and buffeting, couple that with
a dual density EPS core which provides critical energy
management while maintaining a slim profile.
The Variant’s Pro unique toolless shield change system is
as effortless as it is intuitive. The two stage process allows
you to swap shields in a matter of seconds, removing all
guesswork, and gets you back riding where you belong.
Once there, the shield’s Fog-Free coating comes into play,
keeping your field of vision clear on rainy or cold riding
days.
Internally, the traditional three-piece liner has been
upgraded to a five-piece liner, providing a greater amount
of fitment combinations for each unique head shape.
Crown, lateral, fore and aft padding components allow
for 27 fitment combinations in a single shell. The Vartiant
Pro’s extensive venting system works at all speeds, providing
necessary airflow to the helmet interior. The airflow works in
conjunction with the sweat wicking HydradryTM liner to effectively
reduce heat build up.

SHELL & EPSCONSTRUCTION
The ICON®VARIANT PRO™ is engineered to the ICON WORLD STANDARD, which meets DOT FMVSS 218 (US), ECE 22.05
(EUROPE), & PSC (JAPAN) Helmet Safety Standards. Over 50 countries officially recognize these extensive head protection
standards. Refer to the diagram below to familiarize yourself with specific names and terms used on the VARIANT PRO™
helmet before attempting to repair or replace parts on the helmet.
MAKE NO MODIFICATIONS. To maintain the full effectiveness of this helmet, there should be
no alteration to the structure of this helmet or its component parts. Paints and adhesives may
damage and render your helmet ineffective, without the damage being visible to the user.
EPS
Using industry-leading pneumatic molding processes, the VARIANT
PROTM’s fiberglass, Spectra®and Carbon Fiber composite shell sports a
proprietary interlacing system crafted to emphasize superior strength
along with centralized mass and minimal weight.
The VARIANT PRO’s dual-density EPS liner is actually two separate
Expanded-Polystyrene liners engineered to offer maximum impact
absorption and force dissipation.
Additionally, both liners are channeled with an extensive series of
directional air ducts to distribute airflow from the outer ventilation
system.
SHELL
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CERTIFIED PROTECTION
FIBERGLASS
SPECTRA
CARBON FIBER*
GRAPHICS & CLEARCOAT
AIR DUCTS
COMPOSITE SHELL
OUTER DENSITY 1 EPS LAYER
INNER DENSITY 2 EPS LAYER
VISOR 01
TWO-POSITION MAIN VENTS 02
FOREHEAD VENT 03
PIVOT PIN LOCKING SYSTEM 04
SHIELD PIVOT SYSTEM 05
SHIELD 06
EYEPORT GASKET 07
BUILT IN BREATH DEFLECTOR 08
MOUTH VENT 09
NOSE PLATE 10
SIDE VENT 11
OUTER SHELL 12
SUPERVENT 13
DUAL DENSITY EPS 14
REAR VENT 15
HYDRADRYTM COMFORT LINER 16
NECK ROLL 17
LATERAL INTAKE 18
BASE GASKET 19
CHINSTRAP 20
DOUBLE “D” RING 21
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*Carbon Fiber available on select models only.

To check and ensure a proper fit, please follow the steps below:
1. Position the helmet on your head so that it sits low on your forehead. If you can’t see the edge of the brim at the extreme
upper range of your vision, the helmet is probably out of place. Adjust the retention system so that, when in use, it will hold
the helmet firmly in place. Always make sure you can see well enough to safely operate your motorcycle.
2. With the chinstrap still fastened as tightly as possible, take hold of the helmet with both hands. Without moving your head,
try to move the helmet up and down, and from side to side. You should feel the skin of your head and face being pulled as
you try to move the helmet. If you can move the helmet around easily, it is too big. Try a smaller size.
3. Now, with the chinstrap secured, put your hands flat on the back of the helmet and try to pull the helmet off by rotating it
forward. Then, put your hands on the front of the helmet, and try to push the helmet off by rotating it toward the rear. If the
helmet starts to come off in either direction, the helmet is either too large, or the chinstrap is not fastened tightly enough.
If helmet comes off, try another size or another model.
Please note that the face shield is adjustable. Try the helmet with the face shield in all positions, prior to purchase, to make sure
that the helmets meets your requirements and that the face shield does not interfere with your vision when in the open position.
These steps should be repeated until you are able to find the right size helmet for you.
1. Wrap flexible tape measure approximately one inch above eyebrows and ears.
2. Use this measurement to find your “inches” or “centimeters” head size in our
helmet sizing chart.
Helmet fit is critical to helmet protective performance. Different helmets fit
differently due to differences in design and construction. The correct helmet size
can only be checked and confirmed by physically fitting the helmet to the user.
Always try the helmet on in a store, before purchasing it, to be sure you are
purchasing the correct sized helmet for you.
No helmet can protect the user against all foreseeable impacts. For your safety, please choose a helmet in the correct size for
your head (refer to the helmet size chart previous page). For maximum head protection, your helmet must also fit properly and
the retention system must be securely fastened under the chin.
SAFETY WARNING: Never buy a used helmet or borrow someone else’s helmet. Over time
the protective foam in helmets will adjust to the contours of a user’s head. A used or borrowed
helmet may not offer as much protection as a new helmet. Wearing the wrong size helmet can
increase your risk of serious injury or death in an accident. A helmet that is too large for your
head may be dislodged or knocked off in an accident. To select the right size helmet for your
head, follow these instructions.
SAFETY WARNING: The helmet size chart is only for reference. Always try the helmet on and follow this manual’s instruction for proper fitting. If you
are unable to find a size of this helmet style that fits you properly, please try another certified helmet style.
WARNING: For adequate protection, this helmet
must fit snugly and be securely attached.
PROPER FITTINGCHOOSING THE CORRECT HELMET SIZE
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HOW TO CHECK FITMENTMEASURING YOUR HEAD SIZE
HEAD MEASUREMENT
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To reduce the risk of serious injury or death and to help prevent damage to your helmet:
• Check the shield and shield ratchet – retighten shield ratchet screws if necessary. Be sure not to over- tighten any
screws. Plastic base plate screws can break and aluminum screws can strip the screw sleeves if over-tightened.
• Check for helmet damage. If your helmet is damaged or cracked, stop using it immediately. See “REPLACEMENT
RECOMMENDATION” section for further information. If your helmet has been dropped, you may not be able to
see the damage.
• Check for worn or damaged parts. Plastic components may wear out over time. If you find worn or damaged parts,
replace them or purchase a new helmet. For a complete listing of helmet replacement parts and accessories
including liners, cheek-pads, side-plates, breath deflectors, etc. visit us at WWW.RIDEICON.COM
• Make sure that the liner and cheek pads are properly in place and that the chinstrap system is secured.
In order for your helmet to function properly, the chinstrap must always be securely fastened while in use. With the chinstrap
fastened, it should not be possible to remove the helmet from your head by pulling up at the center rear. Check periodically to
see that the vibration has not caused the chinstrap to loosen. Just give a little tug to make sure it is still tight.
To securely fasten the D-ring retention system, thread the end of the chinstrap through the D-rings only as shown in the
diagram below. Pull on the loose end of the strap until the chinstrap is tight under your chin. Fasten the female snap of the
chinstrap to the male snap to secure the loose end of the chinstrap after the chinstrap is securely fastened and tightened. The
only function of the snap fastener on the end of the chinstrap is to keep it from flapping in the air stream. It is not part of the
retention system and should not be used independently without passing the chinstrap through the D-rings and then tightening
the chinstrap as illustrated below.
To release the D-ring retention system, unsnap the loose end of the chinstrap from its fastener. Then pull on the red flag
attached to the end of the lower D-ring to loosen the strap. Once loose, feed the end of the strap back through the D-rings to
fully release the chinstrap.
SAFETY WARNING: Do not rely on the snap to secure the helmet. The snap is provided only to prevent the strap from flapping in the air. Fasten the
retention system only as shown in this illustration.
To reduce the risk of serious injury or death, always use your helmet correctly.
• Never adjust your helmet or helmet accessories while riding – Only make helmet adjustments when stopped.
• Never drop your helmet – Dropping your helmet may crack the shell or damage the protective foam. The damage
may not be visible. Your helmet is only designed for ONE impact. Refer to “REPLACEMENT RECOMMENDATION” for
more information.
• Never wear anything between your head and your helmet – This may reduce the effectiveness of your helmet.
• Never hang or hook your helmet on anything including mirror stalks, handlebars, or sissy bars – Doing so may cause
damage to the helmet protective foam or liner.
• Never use insect repellent on or around your helmet – Insect repellant may damage your helmet’s visor, shell,
protective foam, or other components.
• Never expose helmet to gasoline or gasoline fumes – Gasoline may damage your helmet’s visor, shell, protective
foam, or other components.
USING YOUR HELMET CORRECTLYCHINSTRAP
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INSPECTING YOUR HELMET BEFORE EVERY USE
SAFETY WARNING
FASTENING & REMOVING SAFETY WARNING
PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT THE CHINSTRAP IS FASTENED AS INSTRUCTED ABOVE. FAILURE
TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN FATAL INJURY.

1. To remove the Precision ProTM shield, with the visor removed,
open the shield to the full open position.
2. In the full open position the pivot pins will clear the pivot pin holes on
each side of the shield.
3. With the visor in the full open position, apply lateral pressure to
each side of the shield.
4. The locating pins will ‘POP’ out of each sideplate and the shield will
release from the helmet.
5. To replace the shield, align the visor pivot holes to the pivot pins on
each side of the helmet.
6. With each side equally aligned squeeze the shield onto the pivot
pins on each side of the helmet, keep firm pressure after the shield
is mounted to the pivot pins.
7. Once the shield is mounted to the pivot pins, rotate the shield
downward a few millimeters and continue to apply pressure to the
locating pins on each side of the shield. The locating pins will ‘POP’
into place once the desired angle and pressure are reached.
SAFETY WARNING: Do not ride without the visor attached. If the shield is opened
during riding use without the visor the force of air against the open shield may cause
the shield to disengage from the helmet.
1. To remove the visor, close the shield then depress the tab located at
the top of the visor.
2. With tab depressed, grasp the visor on each side and rotate the visor
fully forward using equal forward pressure on both sides.
3. When the visor reaches the full forward position, locating tabs on each
side will clear the hole mounts on the pivot pins.
4. Sleight lateral pressure will release the visor from the helmet at this
point.
5. To replace the visor, align the visor pivot tabs to the holes in the center
of the pivot pins and press the tabs firmly in on each side.
6. Once the pivot tabs have been inserted rotate the visor to the full back
position.
7. Insert the tab at the top of the visor to the matching locating hole on
the helmet supervent. A positive click will sound when the locating tab
‘pops’ into place.
VARIANT PROTM SHIELDVARIANT PROTM VISOR
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REMOVAL & INSTALLATION REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

SAFETY WARNING: The liner is essential to the intended performance of the
helmet, it must be properly installed when using the helmet.
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1. With the helmet upside down and with the chin bar facing
away from you release each cheekpad from the helmet by
pulling inward, freeing it from the snap and velcro system.
2. Turn the helmet until the chin bar faces toward you then
pull each cheekpad towards you, removing the cheekpads
from the helmet. Note how the chin straps thread through
the cheekpads and how the cheekpad plate slips between
the helmet shell and EPS liner for reassembly.
3. Remove your comfort liner by releasing it from the two
snap sytem on the back of the helmet. Then remove the
crown comfort liner attachment point, taking note of how the
crown plate attachment slips into place between the shell
and EPS liner. Remove the side-liner pieces by pulling inward,
freeing them from their attachment points.
4. Reverse these steps to reinstall the comfort liner and
cheekpads.
How to remove your interior for cleaning or replacement:
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COMFORT LINERCOMFORT LINER
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REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
ADJUSTABLE DYNAMIC FIT
The Variant ProTM features a fully modular
interior; lined with Icon’s exclusive moisture
wicking material, HydraDry™.
The comfort of the helmet can be customized by
replacing your existing comfort liner with thinner
cheek-pads (for a looser fit) or thicker cheek-pads
(for a tighter fit).
To order replacement interior components visit
your local dealer or
www.rideicon.com.

VENTING SYSTEMVENTING SYSTEM
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AIRFLOW CUSTOMIZATION
AIRFLOW PROFILE
The VARIANT PROTM uses four simple switches to
manage airflow to the interior of the helmet. The
forehead vent (1a) is opened by pressing upward
on the grooved pieces. To close, simply press
down on the raised element. Similarly, the two
main vents (1a) are opened by pressing up on the
grooved area. Close by pressing the vent covers
down (1b).
To open the chin/shield vent (2a) press down
on the vent switch inside the chin of the helmet.
It closes by simply pressing up (2b) on the vent
switch..
UP TO OPEN DOWN TO CLOSE
DOWN TO OPEN UP TO CLOSE
Ventilation is a premier aspect of the
VARIANT PROTM, with a total of eight intake
vents and two exhaust vents. The forehead
vents are angled to provide linear venting at
speed. Large, glove-friendly switches let you fine-
tune the cooling level on-the-fly while two large
dorsal exhaust ports release hot air rearward.
A deep-channel EPS liner enhances this feature
by routing air more effectively. The chin vent
is designed for an aggressive riding position,
providing intake at the attack angle.
The low-pressure exhaust vents round out the
venting package.
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Let’s face it, Icon®helmets look cool and you want to keep them that way. We’ve found the following methods work really well
to keep our helmets looking sharp and ready to roll. Remember, never use gas, pre-mix, carb cleaner, brake cleaner or any
other random unlabeled spray can lying around the garage. Chemicals and harsh solvents can break down the materials in your
helmet; it’s like using brake cleaner to polish your plastics—don’t do it!
EXTERIOR POLISHING
1. For gloss helmet finishes, use spray automotive wax that is
specifically designed for cars with a clear coat.
(Available at any automotive store.)
2. For matte finishes, you know better than to polish a matte
finish don’t you?
STORAGE
It is a good idea to protect your helmet if it is stored for a
period of time. Store your helmet inside the helmet bag we
have provided in a secure, dry place out of direct exposure
to sunlight.
INTERIOR CLEANING
1. Remove interior lining as shown in the section of this
info notice titled “Comfort Liner Removal and
Reassembly”.
2. Soak your interior in a mild solution of baby shampoo.
3. Rinse in clean water several times until all soap is gone.
4. Let interior air dry and replace accordingly.
* Never machine wash or dry your helmet interior.
ONE IMPACT RULE - ANY HELMET THAT HAS SUSTAINED AN IMPACT SHOULD BE REPLACED:
Helmets are designed to absorb only one impact. The helmet is designed to absorb some shock by partial destruction of the
shell and liner. After your helmet has endured any impact, the impact absorption liner portion of your helmet will have dispersed
the energy from that impact, thus rendering the liner compacted and, therefore, compromised. This damage may not be
visible. Even if there is no VISIBLE damage to the shell, the helmet’s usefulness is expired after one impact. A helmet that has
experienced an impact should be destroyed and replaced, even if it is apparently undamaged.
HEARING: Wearing any helmet reduces the wearer’s ability to hear. A wearer needs to be aware of this audible reduction
and their surroundings. Not being aware this audible reduction may lead to an accident that could result in injury or death.
OBSOLESENCE AND HELMET DISPOSAL: A helmet has a limited lifespan in use and should be replaced when
it shows obvious signs of wear, e.g. change of fit, cracks, rust or fraying or other signs of normal “wear and tear” that can
contribute to helmet degradation.
REPLACEMENT RECOMMENDATION: The five-year helmet replacement recommendation is based on a consensus
of the majority of helmet manufacturers. Glues, resins and other materials used in helmet production can affect liner materials
over time. Hair oils, body fluids and cosmetics, as well as normal “wear and tear” also contribute to helmet liner degradation.
Additionally, petroleum-based products present in cleaners, paints, fuels, and other commonly encountered materials may
break down materials used in the construction of many helmets, possibly compromising performance. Experience indicates
that helmet standards are revised every five years. This, coupled with advances in materials, designs and production methods
suggest that it is in the rider’s best interest to replace his/her every five years at a minimum. If you buy a new helmet, destroy
the old one to ensure it cannot be reused. Do not sell or give away your old helmet, even if it has not been damaged. Over time,
the protective layer in the helmet will adjust to the contours of your head. If someone else uses this helmet it will not provide
him or her with as much protection.
WAIVER AND RELEASE BY OWNER: No personal protective equipment is able to safeguard against all injuries in the
event of an accident or fall from a motorcycle. No personal protective equipment can offer complete protection against impact
or abrasion as a result of an accident or fall from a motorcycle. Motorcycling is inherently dangerous in nature and use of this
helmet cannot prevent injury or death. Even a low speed accident may result in serious injury or death. When using this helmet,
the user assumes all risk associated with this activity, which may cause injury or death. The user hereby waives all claims
against Icon®Motosports (a division of Lemans Corporation), Lemans Corporation and J-TECH Corp. for death or injury to his
or her person and hereby covenants to not sue for any claims arising as a result of injury or death while using Icon Motosports
products.
EXTERIOR CLEANING (GLOSS HELMETS)
1. Lay a warm, wet, cloth towel on the exterior of the helmet
for at least 5 minutes to soften dried on bugs. (Don’t skip
this step!)
2. Using a fresh, wet, clean cloth and mild dish soap wipe
down the exterior to get rid of road grime and softened
bug guts.
3. Use another fresh dry cloth towel to dry the helmet and get
rid of any water spots.
SHIELD CLEANING
Your helmet is equipped with a scratch resistant fog
free shield. Common household cleaners such as glass
cleaners, surface cleaners, and furniture polishes, can
leave behind unwanted residues, or in some extreme cases
damage the shield itself. Use no cleaners or detergents on
the inside of your shield. Using anything other than a clean
soft cloth, micro fiber cloth, or the bag supplied with your
helmet, will ruin or reduce the effectiveness of the fog free
coating. It is our recommendation the same steps outlined
for cleaning the exterior of your helmet should be applied to
cleaning the exterior of your shield.
EXTERIOR CLEANING (RUBATONE HELMETS)
1. Lay a warm, wet, cloth towel on the exterior of the helmet for
at least 5 minutes to soften dried on bugs.
2. Remove the now softened bugs and road grime with a light
blotting action. For this use the soft part of your helmet bag
provided or a clean microfiber cloth.
* Never rub aggressively with anything on the Rubatone™ or you
can ruin the finish.
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ADVISORYCARE AND CLEANING
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HELMET USER ADVISORY
INSTRUCTIONS