Kappa KV40 EVO Basic HKKV40SN900 Matte Black Demi-Jet Helmet – Double Shell ECE 22.06

The Kappa KV40 EVO Basic in Matte Black is a demi-jet helmet made of thermoplastic material with a double shell, featuring a scratch-resistant clear visor, two rear extractors, and removable hypoallergenic liners. It weighs 950 ± 50 g and is ECE 22.06 certified in class J. Sizes range from XS to XL. Product code HKKV40SN900.

✓ Key features

• Double shell – two shell sizes across the size range: the fit remains proportionate even at the extremes, avoiding the "mushroom" effect.
• 950 ± 50 g – weight declared by the manufacturer: low strain on the neck for daily commutes.
• ECE 22.06 certification in class J – the class for helmets without a chin guard.
• Scratch-resistant clear visor – single visor, resistant to everyday wear and tear.
• 2 rear extractors – allow hot air to escape even when stopped in traffic.
• Micrometric strap – fastens and adjusts with one hand, every time you use it.
• Removable and washable hypoallergenic liners – easy to remove, wash, and put back in place.
• Original spare parts in the catalog – visor, visor base plates, side covers, and complete liner for each size.

Technical specifications

Kappa Size Guide – KV40 EVO Basic

Measure your head circumference with a tape measure, just above the eyebrows and at the widest point of the back of the head, including the ears. The table represents the full range declared by Kappa for this model: we stock all five sizes.

When in doubt between two sizes, choose the larger one: a demi-jet that is too tight at the temples becomes uncomfortable after a few kilometers.

Who is it perfect for?

For those who commute in the city every day and want a helmet that is quick to put on, does not strain the neck, and keeps you cool at traffic lights. The two rear extractors work even at low speeds, and the double shell prevents larger sizes from becoming bulky. It is also the ideal spare helmet to keep in the top case for a passenger: matte black, it matches any vehicle, and the liners are easy to remove and wash when someone else uses it.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the certification of the Kappa KV40 EVO Basic?
It is ECE 22.06 certified, marked as 22R06, in class J: the class for helmets without a chin guard. This information can also be found on the label stitched to the strap of every unit, along with the certification number and production batch.

What size should I choose?
Sizes are based on head circumference in centimeters: XS 54, S 56, M 58, L 60, XL 61. Measure using a tailor's tape just above your eyebrows, at the widest point of your head. If you fall between two sizes, take the larger one: the shell adapts, your temples do not.

Does it have an internal sun visor?
No. The KV40 EVO Basic is equipped with a single clear, scratch-resistant visor and does not have a retractable smoke-tinted visor. You will need sunglasses for the sun. If an internal visor is a requirement, there are other models in the Kappa demi-jet range that include one: contact us and we will let you know which ones.

Is it ready for an intercom?
Kappa does not claim any intercom readiness for this model, so we cannot guarantee it. There are no speaker pockets indicated in the catalog. A universal clip-on intercom can be installed, but it remains an adapted solution, not a factory-ready feature.

How much does it weigh and how is it ventilated?
It weighs 950 grams with a tolerance of 50 grams, a value declared by Kappa. Ventilation is provided by two rear extractors that draw hot air out from the top of the shell: this is exactly what you need in traffic, where air does not enter on its own.

What original spare parts exist for this helmet?
The official Kappa catalog for the KV40 EVO Basic lists the Z1482TR scratch-resistant clear visor, Z2630R visor base plates, Z2628R gray side covers with screws, and the complete Z1481 series liner for each size (from 54 to 61). All of these are available in our catalog.