A helmet that greatly affects the comfort while riding a motorcycle and safety in the event of an accident.

 

We will introduce the basic knowledge that will be the basis for choosing a helmet, such as the type that is suitable for use and how to measure the right size for your head.

 

Helmet type

There are different types of “helmets”.

Full face helmet

GOOD

– Safe because it covers the whole head
– Reduce fatigue during high speed driving with a shape that incorporates aerodynamics

BAD

- not well ventilated have heat build-up
- Very heavy, not easy to carry
- have a narrow field of view

 

Open chin helmet

GOOD

– Able to open chin while wanting to wear glasses
– Eating or drinking while wearing a helmet

BAD

– Safety protection performance is inferior to full face helmets.
– Cannot be used in competitions

 

Open face helmet

GOOD

- Good ventilation, not hot
- Has a wide view, very good visibility
- Can wear glasses or take off glasses
– Can eat or drink while wearing a hat

BAD

– low chin protection
– not convenient to carry
- Unable to drive in the field
– relatively low security

 

Classic helmet

GOOD

- More modern
- Lightweight, easy to carry
- Can add more wind shields

BAD

– Not as safe as other helmets
– Windshield mounting points have weak attachment points.

 

Half helmet

GOOD

- The helmet is small and easy to carry.
– The shape of the head only makes it easy to put on and take off.

BAD

– Very low security because it can only protect the head
– Helmets may come off when impacted. which can be dangerous
– Some models can only be used with a cylinder displacement less than 125cc, so be careful when purchasing.

 

Motocross helmet

GOOD

– The visor protects the view to prevent mud splashing into the field of vision.
– The chin guard protrudes and breathes easily. In addition, the jaw is difficult to hit directly when falling.

BAD

– Many models do not have a shield. and may require glasses
– Be careful when buying as some models cannot be used on public roads.・Many models are designed for
- Off-road use and has full impact resistance.

 

How to measure head size

If the size is too large, the impact will not be properly absorbed when the product is unsuitable which is dangerous. If it is too small, it will put pressure on your head, it will have trouble driving for a long time. Choose the right size for your head size.

Arai

XS	S	M	L	XL
53-54	55-56	57-58	59-60	61-62

SHOEI

XS	S	M	L	XL	XXL
53	55 55	57 57	59	61	63 63

OGK

XS	S	M	L	XL	XXL	Free Size
53-54	55-56	57-58	59-60	60-61 61-62	63-64	57-59 57-60

Color type
It is a color type that mainly matches full-face helmets and helmets.

Solid color (normal color)

The solid color category means that a helmet's color is made up of a single color (single color), for example an all-white helmet. All black helmets, etc. The color is monochromatic, that is, simple. The biggest feature is that it is easy to match with the look and color of vehicles such as naked, super sports. Mini bikes, you can also draw lines in one color and have fun.

 

Graphic color

Graphic color means that helmet colors consist of multiple colors (multiple colors). In broad terms, the simulated colors described below are also included in this graphic color. Webike Assign a multicolored helmet with no simulated color to the graphic color.

 

Racer color on the field

It is a color type that mimics the colors of helmets worn by racers (players) such as MotoGP and the All Japan Road Race Championship. No doubt the tension is heightened by wearing the replica colored helmets worn by your admired racers. wear! There are many flashy colors. So it can be a little difficult to match the look and color of a motorcycle.

 

Safety Standard

SG The SG mark indicates that a product is accepted according to standards set forth by the “Product Safety Association,” the collective foundation today. This standard almost has to be passed when selling helmets in Japan, so it is sometimes called. There is also a standard known as the PSC mark, along with the SG mark. This PSC mark indicates that it meets the standards of the Consumer Product Safety Act. In other words, it shows that the government can sell it as a helmet.

JIS The JIS (Japanese Industrial Standard) standard is a safety standard set by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. The test content of the standard covers a wide range such as impact resistance and puncture resistance. However, for the inspection content, the SNELL standard is more stringent than the JIS standard. In addition, as of 2016. The JIS standard is divided into two types. type one and type two One is 125cc or less and two is for unlimited mobility. If safety is important We recommend choosing a helmet that meets not only this JIS standard, but also the SNELL standard.

SNELL Standards Set by the Snail Memorial Foundation, SNELL standards are reviewed every five years, in particular. The standard design emphasizes strength and impact resistance. And a helmet that has passed this standard can be said to be a very reliable helmet in terms of strength. It is no exaggeration to say that the SNELL Standard is a trusted standard for helmet safety with standard content review every five years and very rigorous strength checks to support advanced motorcycles.

MFJ “MFJ Official Certification” has a different coat color than the above standards and is not strictly a safety standard. MFJ-approved helmets are important when participating in MFJ-approved races There are also different categories depending on the color such as white, silver, gold, etc., and the races you can enter will vary by type. If you are considering entering an official MFJ competition, make sure your helmet has the official MFJ sticker and that the type is compliant with the regulations.

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