7 Best Motorcycle Helmet Brands for 2018: Reviews and Ratings!!

Who would have thought that the head guard one uses during bike riding can be a source of info train?

The work of genius here is the “Bluetooth helmet” which multi-purpose tool serving as a safeguard of biker’s head while performing other functions instantaneously.

The Bluetooth helmets have a huge market these days, wherein one can check out multiple brands and models before making an appropriate choice.

The most common features in a Bluetooth helmet are GPS enabled device, Bluetooth Interphone headset, embedded FM radio, bike to bike intercom (range limit), rider to passenger full duplex intercom connection as well as phone connectivity.

Bid adieu to the boring rides as the motorcycle helmet are here to wipe out the solitary experience on long routes.

Some of the best motorcycle helmet brands providing Bluetooth helmets comprise of O’Neal Commander, Built Techno 2.0, ILM Integrated Bluetooth Modular Motorcycle Helmet, IV2 936 Modular Motorcycle Helmet + SENA SMH5 Bluetooth unit among others.

Best Motorcycle Helmet Brands Available in Market:

Arai Motorcycle Helmets

Named after the founder Hirotaka Arai, the small Japanese company  “Arai Helmet Limited” was started in 1926  to manufacture motorcycle and racing helmets. Post the 60 years of its inception, the company’s trial and error method to test each helmet is a continued legacy which makes the product an exclusive pick by significant markets.

The three generations of Arai, succeeded by Michio Arai amd Akihito Arai caters to Australian, European, Japanese and American demands thereby following specific safety standards for respective markets.

Since the past six decades, the hand-made helmets continue to adhere to the protection and safety standards in its manufacturing as well as designing.

Quantum –X, Signet –X, Corsair-X, Vector-2, CT-Z, XC, XD-4 and VX-Pro45 are few product models provided by the company.

The multiple interior shapes, interior liners, and detachable cheek pads make an Arai helmet comfortable for any head. The round oval, intermediate oval, and long oval are the various fits offered by Arai which takes comfort to whole new level.

Another feature of R 75 Shape is a continuous curve radius of 75 mm which makes the shells round, smooth and strong. It not only disperses better kinetic energy but also evades the unwanted rotational forces. Furthermore, ‘PB Tech’ or the peripheral belt is the advanced technology that maintains the integrity of the shell at critical forehead area of each helmet.

It avoids adding extra shell thickness or weight thereby reinforcing the shell. Additionally,  the multi-density EPS liner manages impact energy in each area of the helmet, resulting in better protection in a smaller and lighter helmet.

In all ten annual JD Power and Associates Motorcycle Helmet Satisfaction Studies, the helmet was accredited with the first rank in all the sections of customer satisfaction, overall satisfaction, ventilation, and styling.

The company does not deliver helmets to eminent MotoGp races like Nicky Hayden, Dani Pedrosa but the helmets even meet the FIA requirements forming it a favorable choice for F1 drivers as well. Adrian Sutil, Daniel Ricciardo, Max Chilton are among the prospective buyer’s list of the company

Evolution of performance built upon a history of experience is what Arai pledge by while producing each piece.

Shoei Motorcycle Helmets

From manufacturing helmets wholly for the racing sector, the Japanese company “Shoei” has carved a niche for itself in creating top quality motor helmets over the time.

Founded by Eitaro Kamata in 1958 till date, helmets are manufactured in Japan alone while the sale as well distribution is done worldwide. Post its adoption by Honda Motor Co. as “genuine helmets” in 1965, the company has persistently maintained an upward graph.

With a limited workforce of 500 employees, the accountability of an employee in manufacturing every single piece makes it an exceptional product with a markedly strong yet lightweight helmet. Shoei provides helmets for various MotoGR riders including Marc Marquez, Bradley Smith, Thomas Luthi to name a few.

The wide range of helmets offered by Shoei is X Spirit III, RYD, NXR, GT=Air, Neotec, J.O, RJ Platinum –R, J Cruise, Hornet ADV, VFX-W, TR-3 and much more.

What makes the helmets matchless and widely held is the advanced technology used in its production process covering the coverless shield system, dual liner ventilation system, RF-1000, X-eleven. The two-part shock absorbing liner in hyper dual liner ventilation carry fresh air to the rider’s head and vent out warm humid air.

In another feature, the advanced interior padding provides comfort even at extreme speeds, thereby preventing turbulence and noise. Furthermore, the 7 different detachable cheek pads stretch a whole new level of ease and comfort.

Despite being an earthquake victim in 2011, the company managed to restore its name as a top quality brand spread worldwide.

HJC Motorcycle Helmets

HJC has succeeded in maintaining the status as the number one helmet brand in North America. HJC offers a wide selection of helmets in the mid to high-end range segment. HJC has its own state of the art wind tunnel testing laboratory to test for aerodynamics, ventilation, noise, etc.
As HJC approaches 45 years in the making of helmets, their commitment to providing highest quality helmets to motorcyclists in the world is condemnable as they go by their words.

In recent years, HJC has put forward a lot of new technology in the helmet industry. They are concentrating substantially on their

manufacturing capabilities, as a result, HJC has been growing and evolving itself as the most wanted brands amongst the motorcyclists.

Their recently launched new model RPHA ST is a proof of their advanced technology and has taken the market by storm.

Its sleek design is bound to make the riders fall in love with it.

Bell Motorcycle Helmets

Started in 1954, Bell has taken its name from the city in which it was born, Bell, California. With over more than 60 years of experience, Bell is one of the top helmet brands known for its quality and performance.

Whether for auto racing, motorcycling or bicycling, Bell is synonymous amongst riders as one of the top and most appreciated brands.

Bell was the first brand to come out with a helmet for full-face and very first to combine inner form lining in a helmet with its outer shell.When it comes to safety, Bell helmets are the highest safety rated helmets on the market.

They make best helmets for people who are speed-hungry. Their helmets are best-suited for the speed lovers.

Bell has always been excellent about making equipment that speaks quality and style.

AGV Motorcycle Helmets

A.G.V. is an acronym that stands for Amisano Gino Valenza. This Italian motorcycle helmet firm, founded by Gino Amisano was started in 1946. The colours on the helmet are those of the Italian flag, just to showcase the AGV’s great pride of its connection to its homeland.

They ventured into the business via manufacturing leather seats and motorcycle saddles. It was a year later, i.e. in 1947 that they started making motorcycle helmets.

In 2007, AGV was taken over by Dainese and company president Lino Dainese, that are known to manufacture some of the best innovative technologies in action sports and are used by the world’s top riders.

Basically, it was the motorcycle World Champions Valentino Rossi and Giacomo Agostini, who made this brand popular by endorsing AGV helmets throughout their career. Adding a few more to the list are Barry Sheene, Kenny Roberts, Johnny Cecotto, Angel Nieto, and Marco Lucchinelli.

It was the first company to produce a fiberglass helmet in 1954. AGV helmets are now being manufactured after undergoing rigorous tests and follow  AGV Extreme Standards to give its customers the best quality and design possible. AGV Grid and GP-Tech Helmets bring up the mid-range category without compromise.

Nolan Motorcycle Helmets

Founded by Lander Nocchi in 1972, Nolan Helmets SpA is an Italian motorcycle helmet company that deals in in-house manufacturing of helmets and its components.

Working on a blend of conventional as well as advanced methods, the helmets are designed produced and engineered by a limited team of 360 who constantly assure highest quality standards as well as satisfactory customer service.

With a guarantee of 5 years from the date of purchase, the helmets are credited with ISO 9001:2008 and SG (CPSA Japan) certification.

Along with in-house production, the company also produces for brands like X-LITE and GREX.

The collection involves the diverse type of helmets like crossover, jet, full face, flip up and jet in all the brands. Chin guard rotation movement, dual action chin guard opening system, ultra wide visor, pin lock anti-fog visor, vision, ventilation, inner comfort padding and new micro-lock retention system2 form an excellent feature list of the product.

Furthermore, the exclusive feature added to the helmets is the setup for N-COM M5, which is a communication system and can be installed on a helmet model of any brand and is a novel approach to the universal intercom.

Be it talking to pillion rider, listening sings, calls, radio or fellow riders, it can make each thing a child’s play.

While N-COM line is for Nolan helmets, X-Series Line are specifically designed for X-LITE N-COM while the MULTI Line  is useful for all helmet models.

Nolan helmets have been a preferred choice of many elite championships namely superbike, MOTOGP, MOTO2, MOTO3 , LEGEND among others. Riders like Casey Stoner, Marco Melandri, Ricardo Tormo are prospective buyers of the helmet.

Shark Motorcycle Helmets

With more than 25 years of experience, the Shark Helmet group is one of the renowned names in the helmet industry. This French brand is known for making the helmets that are known for their quality.

As this brand is founded by former professional racers, their helmets ensure the highest level of performance and safety.

It has its headquarters in Marseille along with its own factories and more than six hundred employees. Shark manufactures about 350,000 helmets each year and has a large sales network of 5,000 outlets throughout the world.

They give a guarantee on their products for 5 years and offer helmets that meet all the needs of motorcyclists.

Rating Table Best Motorcycle Helmet Brands 2018

The above-listed brands have managed to make their mark in the helmet industry. However, they may seem a bit pricey as compared to others but just for a few more pennies, do not compromise on the comfort and safety aspects.