Shot Gear builds off-road helmets for riders who push hard in the dirt. From kids' first helmet to adult race lids, every Shot helmet balances aggressive styling with certified impact protection. Trusted by MX and trail riders across Australia, Shot brings European motorsport DNA to the track and trails.
Shot Helmets: What Riders Need to Know Before Buying
Shot Gear is a French brand with deep roots in motocross competition. Their helmet range spans kids' introductory lids through to adult race helmets, all built around ECE 22.06 certification standards. ECE 22.06 adds rotational energy management testing to traditional linear impact assessments, with helmets required to pass at least 4 impact points. This replaced ECE 22.05 and became mandatory for new European type approvals in 2023.
Shot Helmet Range Breakdown
| Model Series | Rider Level | Key Feature | Sizing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shot Pulse | Club to intermediate | Airfit pump-inflation liner | XS–XXL adult |
| Shot Pulse Line | Entry to club | Solid graphic options | XS–XXL adult |
| Shot Race | Intermediate to advanced | Chrome and premium graphic finishes | XS–XXL adult |
| Shot Furious Kids | Junior riders | Youth-specific shell geometry | XS–L kids |
| Shot Pulse X-Treme Kid | Junior riders | Airfit liner, bright colourways | XS–L kids |
Fit, Liner Systems and Kids Sizing
Shot's Airfit liner uses a pump-inflation cheek pad mechanism, letting riders fine-tune lateral fit without swapping foam inserts. Kids' shells use a separate geometry designed for younger head proportions. Correct fitment is the single most important safety factor: the helmet should sit level with less than 2 finger-widths of gap above your eyebrows. Off-road helmets require goggles rated to EN 168 or ANSI Z87.1 , the open visor port provides no debris shielding at road speeds.
Pairing Your Helmet With Certified Gear
A CE Level 2 back protector and CE Level 1 shoulder or elbow armour meeting EN 17092 standards provide meaningful additional protection on the track. CE Level 2 armour absorbs at least 80% less transmitted force than CE Level 1 in standardised testing. Pairing certified body armour with an ECE 22.06 helmet covers the two highest-risk impact zones in off-road riding.
Frequently asked questions
Are Shot helmets ECE 22.06 certified?
Shot's current production helmets are built to ECE 22.06, the updated European standard that adds rotational energy testing to traditional linear impact assessments and requires helmets to pass at least 4 impact points. Check the label inside your specific helmet to confirm its certification.
What is the Airfit liner system on Shot Pulse helmets?
Airfit uses a pump-inflation mechanism in the cheek pads, letting you dial in lateral fit without swapping foam inserts. It suits riders who fall between standard sizes and is available on both adult Pulse and kids Pulse X-Treme models across sizes XS through XXL.
Do Shot make helmets specifically for kids, or are they scaled-down adult sizes?
Shot produces dedicated kids helmet shells with geometry designed for younger head proportions. The Furious and Pulse X-Treme Kid ranges use youth-specific shell sizes from XS through L, rather than simply reducing an adult shell.













































































