Motorcycle helmets Black Friday

Which motorcycle helmet to choose during Black Friday?

The right helmet mainly depends on your usage. For road and motorway riding, a full-face helmet is the go-to choice. For touring, a modular helmet offers comfort during stops. For trails and off-road, a trail helmet combines a visor and shield. The Black Friday is a great time to replace a worn-out helmet, with brands available all year round on the site: Arai, Scorpion, Shark, LS2, Nexx or Bell.

• Full-face: the most complete protection for road, sport, and touring.
• Modular: a liftable chin guard, handy for chatting or drinking while stopped.
• Reversible: a modular helmet with a chin guard that flips back 180°.
• Trail: a visor, shield, and advanced chin guard for road and path.
• Jet: light and airy, for the city and scooters.
• Cross: without a shield, worn with a goggles, for off-road use.

Modular and Reversible Helmets

On a modular helmet, the chin guard lifts up. On a reversible helmet, also known as a 180° modular, it moves completely behind the head: the helmet turns into a genuine jet, better balanced than an open modular. The LS2 Advant and the Nox Premium Spinner work on this principle. To ride with the chin guard open, the helmet must carry the dual P/J certification, indicated on the label and product sheet.

How to choose the right trail helmet?

The trail helmet, also called adventure, is designed for long journeys that mix tarmac and trails. Arai, Airoh, LS2, Leatt, and Bell have them in the selection. Here are some key points that make a difference:

• The visor protects from the sun and debris but it catches wind at high speeds: on the motorway, a well-shaped model reduces neck fatigue.
• The shield can be removed on many models to wear a cross mask on trails.
• Ventilation is crucial for off-road riding, where you go slowly and sweat.
• Intercom compatibility is valuable when traveling with others.

Choosing the right size

Measure your head circumference above the eyebrows, then refer to the brand's size guide. A new helmet should fit snugly without being painful, as the padding compresses over time. Women's helmets are mostly mixed models available in smaller sizes. To complete your outfit, also check out motorbike gear on Black Friday: jackets, gloves, and boots.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the difference between a modular helmet and a reversible helmet?

The chin guard of a modular helmet lifts above the forehead. The chin guard of a reversible helmet turns 180° to the back of the helmet, transforming it into a jet.

Can you ride with the chin guard open on a modular helmet?

Only if the helmet is P/J certified. Without this dual certification, the chin guard must remain closed while riding.

Is an ECE 22.05 helmet still allowed?

Yes, a helmet approved to ECE 22.05 is still permitted for use. The more stringent ECE 22.06 standard applies to helmets produced recently.