ROOF unveils the DESMO 3 CARBON, a new evolution of its iconic modular reversible helmets. The DESMO 3 CARBON features a photochromic visor, carbon fibre construction, and a centralised chin bar unlocking device. It is available in shiny or matte carbon finishes for €649.
ROOF innovates again with its DESMO 3 CARBON, the helmet with the most advanced embedded mechanics on the market, ultra-light and equipped as standard with a photochromic visor.
ROOF, French manufacturer of premium motorcycle helmets, unveils the DESMO 3 CARBON, a new evolution of its iconic range of modular reversible helmets. After marking the sector in 2012 with the first DESMO, equipped with a patented system of desmodromic cams allowing the visor to automatically adapt to the configuration of use (Full face or Jet), ROOF reaffirms its leadership in innovation with this new model, approved Jet and Full face to the latest European standard ECE22.06.
A unique technology, an unparalleled comfort.
The DESMO 3 CARBON stands out with its standard-fitted photochromic visor, offering evolutive, automatic solar protection and without compromise on safety. This is the technical solution favoured by the brand since the arrival of the photochromic visor as an accessory on its BOXXER range.
« Photochromic technology is for us the best solution and it has many advantages compared to the internal solar visor. Obvious weight savings because we only use one visor, no gap between the shell and the front bumper which is optimal, the change of shade is automatic, evolutive according to the external brightness and it concerns the entire field of vision. The DESMO 3 CARBON embodies our commitment to bring exceptional products to market, and it had to be equipped with this new technology as standard.» declares Thomas Deboos, R&D Manager at ROOF.
In this new carbon design, the DESMO 3 is much lighter than its predecessor, and with a weight of only 1570g it positions itself as one of the lightest versatile helmets on the market. The carbon fiber is everywhere, for the composition of the shell of course, but also for the chin bar which sees itself dressed in carbon inserts ensuring lightness and remarkable look..
It also distinguishes itself in the ROOF range by being the only versatile product from the French manufacturer to be equipped with a centralized chin bar unlocking device. More classic, this system will convince with its ergonomics and ease of use, while making the helmet aesthetic wiser in Jet configuration, compared to the iconic ROOF BOXER and its iconic red buttons pointing towards the sky.
Just like for its BOXXER range, ROOF has equipped the DESMO 3 CARBON with its clever comfort customisation system. Additional foams are supplied as standard in the box to allow precise adjustment of comfort by adjusting the volume of the inner lining. Of course, this antibacterial and fast- drying comfort inner lining is completely removable, washable and suitable for glasses wearers. And as always with ROOF, foams at the heart of the comfort cheeks can be removed in order to easily install your intercom kit.
Available only in Carbon version, the DESMO 3 comes in two finishes, shiny carbon or matte carbon, at the recommended retail price of €649 incl. tax. Beyond its remarkable design, signature pencil stroke of the ROOF brand, its photochromic visor and its reduced weight make it the ideal companion for daily use as well as for long motorcycle rides.
Included accessories
The ROOF DESMO 3 CARBON helmet is supplied with several quality accessories, including:
- an anti-scratch and antifog PHOTOCHROMIC visor mounted and delivered as standard
- additional foams allowing to adjust the comfort of the inner lining
- a windguard
- a practical transport bag
- a Desmo Tool for visor changing
DESMO 3 CARBON is available in 7 sizes: XS/54 ; S/56 ; SM/57 ; M/58 ; L/60 ; XL/61 ; XXL/63 Recommended retail price: €649 incl. tax
Availability: Early October 2025
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Original post on modernclassicbikes.co.uk and published by Frank Duggan. Frank is the Founder and Editor of Modern Classic Motorcycle News, an independent motorcycle publication covering modern classic motorcycles, roadsters, scramblers, cruisers, electric motorcycles and the wider motorcycle industry.
