How To Size and Buy a Motorcycle Helmet
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- Опубліковано 3 чер 2024
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Motorcycle helmets come in a variety of styles, sizes, and internal shapes, each of which play a major role in the way you experience a ride while wearing them. What you put on your lid will be the most important piece of motorcycle gear that you wear, and will also likely be an investment, so having a thorough understanding of how to choose the best motorcycle helmet for your needs, and then size it accordingly, is one of the foundational elements to enjoying your ride. In this video Spurgeon walks you through the 5 basic styles of motorcycle helmets, as well as the best way to measure your head, select an internal helmet shape, and the common mistakes folks make when figuring out if they have the right fit.
Helmet Types:
Open Face - 1:12
Full Face - 1:58
Modular - 2:35
Adventure - 3:17
Dirt - 3:53
Helmet Shapes - 4:22 - Авто та транспорт
To learn more about motorcycle helmets check out our accompanying article in Common Tread, or head on over to RevZilla.com to shop for a new lid of your own!
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How do you put glasses on in a helmet and do I need to cut on my pads?
Do you guys ship products to India?
If you don't have a flexible tape measure wrap a shoelace around your head, mark where it meets, then lay that flat and measure it
Be careful if it's a shoelace that has some stretch to it, as the measurement might not be accurate. I prefer headphone cable, since most people have them readily available and they don't stretch. I guess this is changing with Airpods and BT headphones though! Just use something that won't stretch. -DrewZilla
I took a picture of my head, its rounder in the back, longer in front, and I have 2 swirls with a slight depression in between this . . . I am truly a butthead
hahah wtf man
😂😂dude
You butthead! Hahaha good one
Internet gold💀
I believe term is “Ass Hat”
Head shape is sooo important, it's good that revzilla stresses it so much. I've been in too many stores where it isn't even mentioned. Most salespeople just stick a tape measure to your head and that's that. So we'll done 'zilla for mentioning head shape in every video
Agreed. I got a helmet from some people that were being more impatient than I liked when I was young, and I have a giant, weird shaped head. Surprise, over time this helmet gets painful.
Your videos are THE BEST! I do pretty much all my motorcycle shopping with you because of this and your amazing customer support! Keep up the great work!
Was skeptical there'd be anything new here. Pleasantly surprised! Great video!!!
Just received my helmet from you guys today. New rider also. Thanks for all the helpful information and videos!
Some of the best motorcycle vids out there guys, video was absolutely spot on and your gear geeks are very helpful on your website too, an avid fan here in Scotland, UK :)
Keep doing things like this. When I was a new rider everything I knew was word of mouth or the limited information I got from my dealer and MSF class.
Revzilla, i love you. Ive been looking for a way to know my size and shape and now i do. Very informative.
Videos about head shapes and sizing of helmets, have been on UA-cam since the dawn of UA-cam.
Very informative video, well done guys. This is why I get all my and my wife’s gear from you.
Very helpful, thanks Spurge & co.
This video would have been super helpful last week before I ordered the wrong size helmet lol. It’s cool though, Kyle T was super helpful and hopefully when the new helmet arrives next week it’ll fit now.
Thanks for this video man,it helped me cleared up a curiosity i had about this subject
Awesome video as always! That XD-4 sure is a sweet lid. Good to see your keeping Joe busy. Hope to see you guys do a road trip video soon??
THANK YOU REVZILLA!!!! I JUST RECEIVED MY VERY FIRST MOTORCYCLE HELMET TODAY! ORDERED IT ONLINE! AND IT FITS GREAT! THANK U THANK U THANK U!
Sharp presentation, Clarification is key to a successful purchase, Thanks for the info!!!😎
These guys know helmets! I got a Simpson and in the review they said because of the design buy the size smaller than what the chart says. Of course I did not listen and they were right. Returning and getting the recommended size.
Received my helmet, and called. Got the right pads. You guys are great!
very useful I subscribed keep doing good vids. selecting a helmet on your own can be frustrating.
Love the video! Thanks from England
i needed this info thanks
An open face helmet is the worst design should be illegal
Motorcycles should be illegal
Thank you very much, your video was extremely helpful.
According to hjc my 22.5" head takes a medium but they felt really tight. I ended up getting a lg.
Very interesting video,, I have been having trouble finding a helmet that fits. This sure helped,,,thanks,,,I will order one soon
Very informative. Thank you guys for this video. It's help me alots.
Great video. 👍 Well made and informative.
Another great and informative video 😎👍🏻
Top videos as ever from Revzilla. Love you guys. Shame you are US and I am UK.
Excellent guide!
Great information. Thank you
that's very helpful thanks
That was much more helpful than there other video
Thanks for the info grate guide vid
Great advise and info.
Thank You for this and all your other videos. My helmet just arrived. Round Oval/xtra small. New rider so I have zero helmet knowledge. Is it normal to feel like your peripheral vision is limited?
Any suggestion about fitting at tge back between neck and helmet? None, finger, two of space?
very nice content! informative!
Great very informative video
good tips thanks
I've got a question,
what is your opinion on smart helmets? For example "livall smart motorcycle helmet" do you think it's necessary? And if you like the concept of it could you review it?
Thanks Spurge
Can you do a video on the different shell sizes across manufacturers? Would be very helpful!
We probably won't do a video on that, as it isn't set in stone. Often helmet manufacturers offer helmets with different numbers of shell sizes across their range. Generally speaking though, cheaper helmets have fewer shell sizes. More expensive helmets have more shell sizes. -DrewZilla
RevZilla thanks for the advice about the number of shell sizes. Can you recommend any models of helmets that have the smallest shell sizes like the Shoei NXR?
“You are going to need a friend” looks like I am no longer going to be purchasing a helmet. 😢
Youll make freinds going riding tho bud
Good video guys.
I took pic oh my head with balaclava on... Looks like my head split in 2, round on the right and intermediate oval on the left.. which kind of helmet I should buy?
Thank you sir...
The length of my head is only 10% longer than the width. So will a round oval be more suitable to the intermediate oval?
In the UK/Europe the Shoei Neotec 2 has been homologated to be ridden in the open position although on their website they strongly recommend keeping it closed - I guess that's solely for the highly litigious US market. In fact many of our (UK) police forces can be seen riding with their modular helmets (Schuberth/Shoei) open in an urban environment - closing them out of town.
schuberth's c4 is also homologated to be worn open
Neotecs cant be locked in the open position.
AGV compact can be locked
Schuberth's close to open and vice versa can be quite hard, like a lock.
Latter 2 are safer to ride with in the open position. Neotecs can close unexpectedly if you whip your head down or ride across a bump.
The bottom line for an ideal helmet fit is that the lid has to fit every sq.inch of ur head without creating any pressure points whatsoever. After having burnt my fingers I strongly endorse what Spurgeon said in the end...wear the lid for an hour and if it fits well...you've got ur lid right!!
Yeah? How does that "wear it for an hour" thing work when you buy a helmet from Revzilla, an ONLINE retail company?
Great video much better than last helmet. You guys realize black helmets are 20 degrees or more hotter inside in hot sunny areas? Also old ladies on phones love to run over that stealthed out rider in black gear.
so.... should my modular helet fight tight to my head? i know its supposed to be snug. but should it be tight?
My head size is 58.5cm,,i have two options for an rpha11, a Medium wc is 57-58cm and a Large wc is 59-60cm,,which size shoul i buy?im a lil confused,
great video, thanks for the tips!
thats why i like a vented 3/4 helmet with flip down shield.. when weather turns to shit flip down the shield or when temps drop when your in traffic flip the shield up and you get massive airflow
If it's a great fit but I'm getting pressure/hot spot on the lower crown/rear of my head... Do I need a more oval shape? So confused, here.
Are there helmets available that absorb all of the exhaust sound into the helmet?
I need a 73cm semi oval modular other than HJC 91. Is that my only option?
I know this is a pretty old video, but I had a question. I am both hearing and sight impaired and wear both glasses and hearing aids to offset this( I’m basically discount Hellen Keller). With hearing aids if I ever wear something that covers them like headphones I get a massive amount of feedback, and I’m not sure what kind of helmet would best accommodate that so that I can hear when riding and would be most comfortable while wearing them and my glasses while still being safe.
Honestly, that is a tough one to make a recommendation for. Obviously something along the lines of a half-helmet would allow you the most amount of room at the ears, even when adding some sort of ear coverage, but would sacrifice overall protection compared to say a full face or modular helmet. Do you have any large local shops near your location to go and try on as many helmet types as you can? That would be the only real recommendation to fit your unique circumstances. Go to your local shop and try each style on for 15-20 minutes and see what works with your setup and glasses, to make sure you aren' forced to focus on comfort rather than the road and riding. If you have any other questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to our Gear Geeks at 877.792.9455 or CS@revzilla.com. Ride safe, -Pat
You should have mentioned other problems with the open face helmet. How about rocks that hits car windshields hard enough to break them, and bugs are gross when the splat on your face or in your mouth, or if your not smart enough to wear glasses, your eye.
What should be the standard weight of a helmet?
I always wear 2XL because I went to a dealer sale helmets large to tied & 3xl to lose on full face or modual helmet I am from North pacific island!
That is awesome
Just bought a helmet from your website. The Head Shape thing is NOT anywhere to be found on the webpage.
My head is 1 mm away from 58 1/2 cm. So my question is, what size would I have to go with? Medium or large intermediate oval? I was thinking Bell Qualifier or Ruroc 2.0 helmets.
In general, you would still be size medium in most helmets, including the Qualifier. Ruroc sells directly, so we can't speak to their fit. -DrewZilla
*bit.ly/BellQualifier_howtosize
Incorrect the shoei neotech 2 modular helmet is actual designed to be used open and locked in the second open position
What is the cutoff between Long Oval and Interediate Oval? What is the CI? This is the only quantifiable number I've found, ratio of head width divided by head length. Yet you do not discuss it and no one in the helmet industry uses this number.
How do u get out of your fear of riding a motorcycle? And how do u balance on one when u never ride a normal bike… like how do u stay balanced?
I have a 10 year old Arai Chaser in size M (57-58) and it still fits great. When I measure my head I get 59-60 cm. Would a XD-4 in size MD (57-58) fit? I.e. Is the Arai sizing the same for different models and years?
With Arai, shapes are different depending on the model. You _should_ be able to wear the XD-4 in medium, but there's a chance you'll need to size up to large. -DrewZilla
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/arai-xd-4-helmet-solid
What RevZilla should have told you in their response is that you should throw away that ten-year-old helmet as it is nearly twice past its expiration time. Most good helmet videos would cover this. The material inside gets old and brittle, thus losing its protective qualities--no matter how pristine the shell is. Even if it was never removed from its box, the recommended time to toss it in the bin is seven years. Your ten year old helmet is this side of worthless. And if you still have it three years after your comment, it is absolutely worthless.
I can’t fit in a 5x. I’m Oval headed. I might need something like 7x or 8x. I can’t find that anywhere on the internet. I have no idea what to do.
Hey is there much difference between medium and large size???
I use the size medium so will large size fits me as the medium???
They are very different. It is very important that you only wear the helmet size that provides a very snug and very secure fit. If you wear size medium, you should not wear size large. It will be too loose, which is not safe. -DrewZilla
Thanks for this nice video. I hope you can also come out with a new video to advise buyers on how much (price) to pay for a helmet that is enough to protect our head for ride speed below 120 kmh. As price ranges from 3 digits to 4 digits, i want to know what is the minimum price point that one must buy.
Another thing is, i want to know which helmet has the strongest shape integrity, i.e., that can withstand a bus from rolling over. Or is there one in the world? Thanks.
$150-200 USD can get you a helmet with a DOT safty and if you look around you can find some that are DOT and SNELL or ECE rated. As long as it's safty rated (hopefully with more than just DOT) it'll protect you in a crash. Spending more money on a helmet doesn't make it safer. Usually price just gets you more features or premium materials.
The most stories I've heard about helmets surviving being rolled over are about Arai helmets, the Japanese manufacturer. -DrewZilla
@@RevZilla , Thank you for sharing, DrewZilla. I reckon it's due to their glance off concept that keep their helmet safer. I wish helmet manufacturers could incorporate/include test to show helmet shape integrity after being roll over with at least 500 kg weight.
ok if i take 2 exactly the same helmets one Medium and other L/XL. will the helmet size from outside look different. like will XL look as a much bigger helmet than M?
Most helmets have 2 , some 3 shell sizes (like Scorpion EXO XT-950 modular ) . Check the description .
That is entirely based on the helmet and the shell breakdown for that model. If the size Mediums and Large (or XLarge) share a shell size, then from the outside they will look identical. It is the internals that change to make it a Medium or Large/XLarge. If they do not share the same shell size, they Large/XLarge will physically look larger to the eye.
Liked the video because of @6:39
What determines the size of the helmet? Is it the shell or the inner pads?
The shell.. shape of the head.
Hello sir. Im planning to buy mt helmets my size is 59cm which is Large in their size chart. Should i get the large size or one up size which is XL?
That depends greatly on the helmet you're looking at.
I'd suggest giving us a call at 877-792-9455 or sending an email to CS@revzilla.com where one of our Gear Geeks can help you!
-Zack
I've got a 58 cm oval melon, it really sucks cause large is to big and medium is way too tight, so I have to find a manufacturer that just happens to make one that fits, depending who I buy from is all I have to go by
Look at AGV in size ML (medium-large) and also consider that Shoei offers accessory liners that are in between sizes. -DrewZilla
*bit.ly/AGV_Helmets_howtosize
*bit.ly/Shoei_Helmets_howtosize
For whomever it may help, Icon helmets run very small.. I’m a Medium in HJC but a XXL in Icon.
This sounds like it's more an issue of head shape difference than sizing. Most HJCs are intermediate oval or round oval in shape, whereas Icons are mostly very narrow/long oval with compact neckrolls/neck openings. Someone with an intermediate to narrow oval head shape will very likely wear the same size in an intermediate oval HJC (RPHA series) as s/he would in Icon. -DrewZilla
What was the middle thing? ;)
Do you mean the open face 3/4 helmet in the middle of the table? That's a Bell Custom 500 in matte black. -DrewZilla
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/bell-custom-500-helmet-solids
how should you measure your head if you have dreadlocks/thick hair?
What if you’re in between 2 sizes do you go with smaller or bigger?
That depends on the helmet. You can always give us a call at 877-792-9455 or shoot an email to cs@revzilla.com and one of our gear geeks will be happy to assist!
-Zack
I have heard that the liner will break in a little bit over the first 20 ish hours. Im in the same boat as you, im pretty much right between sizes. But when i was at the store, the hjc helmets seemed to fit great but the same size in icon i could hardly even get the xl on, the hjc i was a large. So i would say to try a shop and try some on! I have No experience other than the one today and all the content i have watched and read
I like this helmet...
Nice . Homologated o_O !
I have a bell shaped head, what should I buy?
Does anyone know what helmet is represented in the full face category?
That would be the HJC RPHA 11 PRO Helmet, a personal favorite of mine.
Pat is correct, it's the RPHA 11 Pro. -DrewZilla
*www.revzilla.com/hjc-rpha-11-pro-helmets
Its it okay to get AGV K1 ($200) helmet for beginners long ride? I do long ride only on weekends. I want to invest helmet but I cannot afford to buy the high end brand, ex Shoes, AGV which cost $400-800. my maximum budget is only 200-250. need your thoughts about this. thanks for the response.
Price usually only buys comfort/features/premium materials. As long as the helmet has good safety ratings it'll protect you.
My scorpion exo r420 has DOT and SNELL ratings and is $150 on RevZilla. (DOT is the bare minimum you want your helmet to have if you are riding on the street. SNELL and ECE safty ratings are harder to achieve and are usually more tested and safer.) I could have opted for the more expensive scorpion helmet in the same line up but the only difference was an extra vent and an air fit cheek system. No difference in safety.
The AGV K1 in the same size is $180 and only has DOT certification. It costs more and is not as safe but it does look pretty neat.
Yes, the AGV K1 is a good helmet for all-around riding, even long rides. -DrewZilla
*www.revzilla.com/agv-k1-helmets
I recommended you kyt or ls2
Have you heard of ECER 22-15 snell, i have a helmet w that rating.. Does that mean its snell 15 and ece 22 certified?
The 22-15 is likely just the ECE statute that the helmet was built to. The SNELL statute year is likely posted on a sticker underneath the liner on the EPS inside the helmet, although it will likely be 2015's mandate at this point. Most helmets will only stamp "SNELL" on the back of the helmet if it meets those requirements.
Its funny its all on the outsidee on 1 sticker, i think ecer 22 is for ece 22 05 and the ecer22-15. The 15 means snell 15
@@DmanGuitar327 Yeah it really depends on the model of helmet you own and the design the company was after, style wise. A quick google search of "Snell Helmet Sticker" will show you the many different types of both internal (with year marker) and external sticker you can commonly find. It is not uncommon to just show "Snell" or "Snell Approved" on the rear of the helmet.
@@patrickmchugh8039 yeah its literally a ece and snell sticker combined. It says exactly like this..
DOT
ECER22-15
Snell
Snell and ECE far out do DOT
I’ve got a 5x head and can’t find a helmet that fits anywhere. Too many hot spots and a massive headache. Ugh!!! Help?
Woa thought i had a melon head.. 25.5 inches.. 3xl
if i buy a helmet from you guys and it doesn’t fit right can i return it?
Yes, as long as you don't ride in it you can return back to us no problem.
www.revzilla.com/returns
What's the helmet at 2:10?
That helmet is the HJC RPHA 11 Pro. -Luke
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/hjc-rpha-11-helmet
Thanks for the lessons on purchasing a helmet. I will never purchase a helmet online....I believe in the try it on method. It also never hurts to visit all you local motorcycle dealers to veiw their selection and get a feel for their pricing. It's fun!
I am sorry to tell you that what you said about the modual helmet that you can't leave it open is not true because my helmet has the dot even if I leave it open.
At the RevZilla offices, is there even any car parking in the lot? Or is it all just motorcycle parking as far as the eye can see? I can't imagine being that one employee who decides to come to work in a steel cage... and the end of the work day as everyone's leaving, it must feel like a motorcycle rally.
Hahahahahaha
Why do they put peaks on ADV and dirt bike helmets?
Mostly to keep roost out of your face. Off-road riding has a tendency to kick up dirt / rocks at the riders behind you, a peak helps shield from that. Also helps bloke branches / etc. Most ADV helmets have them and they are removeable for highway riding, Dirt helmets however use them nearly all of the time. It will also help keep the sun out of your eyes, but its mostly there for dirt / debris.
@@RevZilla Thanks. I never understood the reason. I thought it was for blocking the sun. That didn't make sense though since many now have internal sun visors. Thanks again for the response.
But what about those that have to wear glasses because contacts aren’t an option?
Now i know why my head size is similar to my nephew’s but he uses medium size and i use xx large. This is because his head is round and mine is oval🤪
Ive heard someone say that if you pull the chin hairs down and it the top covers your eyes it's to big. Is that true?
Yes
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