Marc Marquez is arguably one of the greatest riders in MotoGP history, looking to seal a remarkable comeback from injury to claim his seventh MotoGP crown this year, riding for the factory Ducati squad.
Given his domination of the 2025 season so far, it is also not inconceivable that he will overtake both Valentino Rossi and Giacomo Agostini in terms of outright race victories across all MotoGP classes, as well as match or possibly exceed Rossi’s tally of nine titles, although Agostini’s tally of 15 titles might be a tall order.
Similarly, Shoei is acknowledged as one of the premier helmet manufacturers in the world, and its X-SPR range of helmets has been the helmet of choice for many racers since its introduction in 2003, when it won the prestigious Motorcycle News (MCN) product of the year that same year.
In a timely move, given Marquez’ performances in the 2025 MotoGP season, Shoei has announced the arrival this year of two Marquez tribute helmets. The X-SPR Pro Marquez8 TC-1 arrives in May, and the X-SPR Pro Marquez Holi TC-1 will arrive in August.
Both helmets have been designed and built to Shoei’s exacting standards of design, construction and safety. The shock-absorbent shell is manufactured from AIM+ and comes in four different outer shell sizes, complete with cheek pads of different thicknesses to ensure the perfect fit. All interior linings are detachable for washing.
As befits a racing-inspired helmet, fastening is a double-D ring, while ventilation is taken care of by seven closable air inlets and six air outlets. Externally, there is a rear stabiliser spoiler and a front lower spoiler for increased stability at speed.
There is no indication of price as we go to press, but your nearest Shoei dealers, Biker’s Warehouse, Bike Kings and TracMac will be able to help on that score.
