motorcycle helmet
"Types of Motorcycle Helmets"
There are full-face types for high safety, jet types for high visibility,
open-face types for high fashion, and child-specific types for children riding as passengers.
"How to choose a motorcycle helmet"
Generally, the more area a helmet covers on the head, the higher its safety and the higher its price.
Therefore, be sure to measure your head size and check the size chart before purchasing to ensure it doesn't come off in an emergency.
FAQ / Frequently Asked Questions
How long do motorcycle helmets last? When should I replace mine?
The general guideline for helmet lifespan is "3 years" from the start of use.
The helmet's impact-absorbing material (expanded polystyrene) hardens over time, reducing its protective performance. Even if there are no visible scratches, we recommend replacing your helmet if it has been 3-5 years since purchase. Furthermore, any helmet that has sustained a significant impact, even once, should be immediately discontinued from use as its internal structure may be compromised.
How do I choose the correct size for a motorcycle helmet?
Choose based on your "head circumference," measured by circling your head from above your eyebrows, over the highest point of your head, and around the most prominent part of your occiput.
After selecting a size that matches your measurement from the size chart, try it on and check the following points:
・Does the helmet stay in place when you shake your head side to side?
・Are your cheeks (cheek pads) adequately compressed, to the extent that your mouth bites down slightly when you move it?
・Is there any painful pressure point (contact) on the top of your head?