Fullface Motorcycle Helmet
Fullface Motorcycle Helmet
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 Shoei Qwest Airfoil Red Full Face Motorcycle Helmet *L  US $443.69
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 Shoei Qwest Airfoil Red Full Face Motorcycle Helmet *M US $443.69
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 Shoei Qwest Airfoil Red Full Face Motorcycle Helmet *S US $443.69
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 Shoei Qwest Airfoil Red Full Face Motorcycle Helmet *XL US $443.69
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 Shoei Qwest Airfoil Blue Full Face Motorcycle Helmet *L US $443.69
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 MOTORCYCLE HELMET AGV K3 WHITE ZOO Small US $277.00
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 Shoei Qwest Airfoil Blue Full Face Motorcycle Helmet *XL US $443.69
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 Shoei Qwest Anthracite Full Face Motorcycle Helmet *L US $349.19
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 Shoei Qwest Anthracite Full Face Motorcycle Helmet *M US $349.19
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 Shoei Qwest Anthracite Full Face Motorcycle Helmet *S US $349.19
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 Shoei Qwest Anthracite Full Face Motorcycle Helmet *XL US $349.19
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 Shoei Qwest Anthracite Full Face Motorcycle Helmet *XXL US $349.19
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 Shoei Qwest Black Full Face Motorcycle Helmet *2XL US $330.29
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 Shoei Qwest Black Full Face Motorcycle Helmet *M US $330.29
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 Shoei Qwest Black Full Face Motorcycle Helmet *S US $330.29
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 Shoei Qwest Black Full Face Motorcycle Helmet *XL US $330.29
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A motorcycle helmet is probably the most important and integral piece of riding gear you could own. I mean it's the one thing keeping you from serious injuries when you take a nasty fall. Not to mention that it can totally give you the badass look you're trying to achieve if you pick the right look. But therein lies the question, how does one choose thyne proper helmet? Well it's quite simple person who is reading this, and I'll show you how!
1.) Safety Standards
The whole point of a helmet is to keep your head safe, right? So wouldn't it make sense to buy a helmet that has passed the safety standards? Yes exactly. The two regulations for helmets are DOT (Department of Transportation) and ECE (Economic Commission for Europe). Now you don't need a helmet that passed the ECE test if you only want to ride in the US or vice versa. But generally speaking, a helmet has a much higher safety rating if it's passed both tests. Plus if you travel as much as I do, it's a lot easier to bring one universal helmet as opposed to a different helmet for each country.
2.) Size
This is obvious, so I won't go into too much detail here. There are a couple of things to take note on though. Sizing varies depending on the brand, because for whatever reason each brand thinks that their sizing is best. Kind of like how a pair of Levi jeans, and a pair of Guess jeans will have completely diff fits. Also Euro to US sizing is always completely off, by a lot. I can't tell you how many times I bought something to small because of the conversion charts being off. My best advice is too always buy a little bigger than normal, and switch out the inner pads to get a perfect fit.
3.) Shape
Shape is applies in two ways, your head shape, and the type of bike your riding. Not every helmet will look good on you, it's just a fact, some will make you look like you have a giant mushroom head, and others will make you look awesome. So it's always best to try diff styles on in the store to see what works.
You also need to buy the appropriate helmet shape/style depending on the style of bike you're riding. You're gonna look like a huge dork If you're wearing a bulky half helmet and your riding a 1198s or if you're wearing a full Shoei race helmet and riding around on a vespa. General rule of thumb is, half/open-face helmets are good for scooter, cruisers and full face/modular is good for street /dual sport.
4.) Style
Along with the shape, you want to pick a style that fits you and your riding style. While wearing helmet tricked out with evil fire breathing dragon graphics may seem cool, it's looks funny if you're riding a bright yellow vespa. Best rule of thumb is, to try to buy a helmet that matches your bike or your riding gear, or both.
5.) Price
Now this is more of a personal preference, because it's not all about how expensive a helmet is, that determines its value. Now Shoei, and Arai are higher priced helmets, because they use premium materials in their design, and are tested for race track use. But that doesn't mean you need to empty your account to get that kind of quality. A lot of great name brand helmets like HJC, Hawk, Outlaw, Icon, etc... offer exceptional quality, pass all safety regulations, have awesome designs, and are reasonable priced, sometimes less than a $100!
So there you have it my friend, everything you need to know about picking the proper motorcycle helmet. Just make sure it's safe, matches your style, and fits within your budget, and you're are good to go. Safe Riding!