The Shoei PFS (Personal Fitting System) is an advanced, customizable helmet fitting technology designed to provide riders with a more personalized and comfortable fit. Shoei’s PFS system allows for precise adjustments to the helmet’s interior, ensuring a snug and secure fit tailored to an individual’s head shape. The system incorporates specialized padding and cushioning that can be molded to the rider's unique contours, providing optimal comfort and reducing pressure points during long rides. By focusing on both fit and comfort, the PFS system enhances the overall riding experience, offering improved stability, noise reduction, and protection. Whether for track or street riding, the Shoei PFS ensures that every rider can experience a helmet that feels custom-made for them.
1. What is the Shoei P.F.S?
The Shoei PFS (Personal Fitting System) is an advanced, customizable helmet fitting technology designed to provide riders with a more personalized and comfortable fit. Shoei’s PFS system allows for precise adjustments to the helmet’s interior, ensuring a snug and secure fit tailored to an individual’s head shape.
The system incorporates specialized padding and cushioning that can be molded to the rider's unique contours, providing optimal comfort and reducing pressure points during long rides. By focusing on both fit and comfort, the PFS system enhances the overall riding experience, offering improved stability, noise reduction, and protection.
Whether for track or street riding, the Shoei PFS ensures that every rider can experience a helmet that feels custom-made for them.
2. How does the P.F.S. work?
Shoei P.F.S technicians use advanced computer software and a head-measuring tool to precisely analyze a person's head shape, determining the correct helmet size and required liner adjustments. This data is then used to fine-tune the inner liner for a custom fit.
3. Shoei PFS - Quick Questions
- Can I get P.F.S done with any Shoei helmet?:
Measure your head circumference and refer to the manufacturer’s sizing chart to find the right size. The helmet should fit snugly without causing pressure points. - How long does P.F.S take?:
The determination of the head shape takes about 10 minutes, the adjustment and individual fine-tuning about 20 to 30 minutes. - How much does P.F.S cost?:
The recommended retail price for the fitting is £50, contact your nearest P.F.S service centre for more information. - Where can I get P.S.F done?:
This service is offered by most Helmet City Stores, please contact your nearest store by clicking HERE for the Helmet City Contact Page.
Shoei PFS - More information
- Customizable Pads: The PFS system includes special padding inserts that are designed to be interchangeable and adjustable. These pads come in various thicknesses, and riders can swap them out or rearrange them to achieve the most comfortable fit. This allows the helmet to accommodate different head shapes and sizes.
- Moldable Foam: Some PFS systems also incorporate moldable foam technology, which can be gently adjusted to conform to the rider’s unique head shape. Over time, the foam adapts to the rider’s individual contours, ensuring a secure, personalized fit that reduces pressure points.
- Precision Fit: Using a combination of padding adjustments and moldable foam, the PFS system ensures a precise fit that minimizes movement within the helmet, reducing helmet lift and enhancing stability at high speeds. This also contributes to improved noise isolation and overall comfort.
- Multiple Fit Options: Shoei offers various helmet sizes and shapes within the PFS system to ensure that riders can choose the best match for their head. Whether a rider has a round or oval-shaped head, the system is designed to accommodate these variations and provide a more secure and comfortable fit.
Overall, the Shoei PFS system works to enhance safety, comfort, and performance by ensuring that the helmet fits exactly to the rider’s head, preventing discomfort, shifting, and unnecessary distractions during rides.