AGV Helmets

AGV, founded by Gino Amisano in 1947, manufactures premium motorcycle helmets and operates as a subsidiary of Dainese since 2007[2].

Product Innovation Creates Safety Standards

The company revolutionized helmet manufacturing by introducing Italy’s first fiberglass crash helmet in 1954. Their product line spans from full-face racing helmets to modular designs, crafted with carbon fiber, aramid, fiberglass, and thermoplastics[2].

Heritage Shapes Modern Protection

AGV‘s name derives from its founder’s initials and hometown – Amisano Gino Valenza. The company’s iconic logo features these letters in helmet form, displaying the Italian flag’s colors[2].

Racing Legacy Drives Development

The manufacturer’s racing DNA emerged when they began sponsoring legendary riders like Kenny Roberts, Barry Sheene, and Valentino Rossi. Their commitment extended to Formula One, supporting champions Niki Lauda, Emerson Fittipaldi, and Nelson Piquet[2].

Technical Evolution Defines Safety

AGV’s technological progression includes:

• 1956: Pioneer of Jet crash helmets
• 1967: Italy’s first full-face helmet
• 2007: Introduction of Extreme Standards design approach
• 2017: Launch of the Sportmodular, the first full-carbon sport modular helmet[2]

Racing Excellence Meets Consumer Protection

The company’s AGV Extreme Safety protocol integrates technical development with construction methods, delivering measurable safety benefits to riders[2].

Corporate Structure Strengthens Global Reach

After Dainese‘s acquisition in 2007, AGV expanded under Investcorp‘s ownership in 2019, maintaining its position as a premier helmet manufacturer[2].

Citations:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AGV_(helmet_manufacturer)

AGV Helmets (Wikipedia)

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AGV (initials for "Amisano Gino Valenza") is an Italian motorcycle helmet manufacturer active in motorcycle sport. Founded in 1947 by Gino Amisano, since 2007 the company is a subsidiary of Dainese, which was taken over by Investcorp in 2019. The AGV brand is well known in motorcycle sport.

AGV

Company type	Subsidiary
Industry	Motorcycle
Founded	1947; 77 years ago (1947)
Founder	Gino Amisano
Headquarters	Colceresa , Italy
Products	Motorcycle helmets
Owner	The Carlyle Group (80%) Lino Dainese (20%)
Parent	Dainese
Website	agv.com