Selecting the
Best Motorcycle Helmet

Finding the best motorcycle helmets is very personal and it isn't easy! The best motorcycle helmet for you might not be the same for me. Everybody has different measurements and needs. That is why I've created a whole section on selecting and reviewing motorcycle helmets. Presenting the most popular motorcycle helmets in combination with helpful articles, a fitting guide and motorcycle helmet buying guide.

Latest Motorcycle Helmet Reviews (by: most popular) AFX FX 43 Helmet, Bell Custom 500 Helmet, Bell Mag 8 Helme, HJC IS 33 Helmet, Rockhard American Classic Helmet, Z1R Ace Helmet
Motorcycle helmet buying guide (tip!) This motorcycle helmet buying guide will help you discover exactly what you need to watch when buying a motorcycle helmet. So before you buy, make sure to review these important points....
Motorcycle helmet fitting guide If you don't know exactly how to make sure you have a perfect fit you can never be guaranteed a great motorcycle helmet. The steps in this fitting guide make sure you select the best helmet for your head...
Types of motorcycle helmets The most important piece of safety equipment is your motorcycle helmet and there are five motorcycle helmet types from which to choose. Here is an introduction to motorcycle helmets and briefly how they work. Read more...
Motocross motorcycle helmets Motocross helmets resemble full-face street helmets, with the full head coverage, visor, and chin bar. MotoCross motorcycle helmets are used primarily with off road motorcycles. They come with a variety of colors, graphics, and options. Read more...
Half motorcycle helmets Also known as a shorty motorcycle helmet. These motorcycle helmets offer the least amount of protection however offer the widest optical view. Half helmets are similar to a bowl shape. They have no chin bar, and do not come down the back of the neck; thus just protecting your head above your ears. Read more...
Open Faced motorcycle helmets These helmets offer good protection, while allowing you to still have a wider riding view. An open face helmet covers the back of your head, forehead, and cheeks, leaving the entire face open. It resembles a full face helmet, without the chin bar. Read more...
Flip-Up motorcycle helmets Flip up motorcycle helmets are a cross between a full face helmet and an open face helmet. They might also be known as a modular helmet.The chin bar on these helmets can be raised and lowered. With the chin bar raised you can eat, drink, talk, pump gas, etc. with ease. Read more...
How a motorcycle helmet works The 4 parts of a motorcycle helmet designed to protect you in the event of a wreck are the outer shell, inner shell, fitment padding, and chin strap. Each of these components has a specific design created with one aspect of a wreck in mind but they all work together. Read more...
Infleunce of motorcycle helmet weight The size and weight of a rider's motorcycle helmet will directly affect their riding experience. The fitment of a helmet must be as precise as possibly. Wearing a helmet designed for your style of riding as well as the type of riding you will be doing is also important. Read more...
Types of motorcycle helmet communications Whether between rider and passenger or riders within a group, communication is essential. Alerting fellow riders to dangers, etc., can save from injuries or even fatalities, and there are several motorcycle helmet communication devices designed for this need. Read more...
Infleunce and dealing with motorcycle helmet noise Research has shown that noise levels inside a motorcycle helmet without protection, can be in excess of 100 dB. Despite this research, motorcycle helmet manufacturers have not yet factored in the need to consider motorcycle helmet noise as part of the helmet design. Read more...
Pros and Cons to motorcycle helmets There is probably no issue more different among motorcyclists than that of motorcycle helmets. Riders endlessly argue the pros and cons of wearing helmets, as well as the question of whether government should require their use or not. Read more...
Different safety ratings of motorcycle helmets Throughout the world, there are rating systems dedicated to helping riders identify the level of safety a helmet provides. Helmet manufacturers design their products with different applications in mind and each application has its own safety needs. Research the type of riding you will be doing and find an organization that helps rate helmets for that application. Read more...
Motorcycle helmet visors and face shields Riders love to customize. From the engine to the valve caps on the wheels, if it's customizable, riders will modify it. Once their bike is just right, it's time to match their gear up. An in-expensive and easy way to do this is to swap out your face shield or visor. Read more...