Motorcycle Full Face Helmets

Our motorcycle full-face helmets

What is a full-face helmet?

Full-face helmets are also fitted with comfortable padding on the inside and a large visor as standard. The latter provides the rider with a wide field of view and also provides protection against rain, wind and insects.

Typical features of full-face helmets

Comfort and design

• Aerodynamic helmet shape: Most full-face helmets come in an aerodynamic shape. This reduces air resistance, which offers a range of benefits. One of these benefits is that full-face helmets tend to be quieter than other types of helmets. An additional spoiler can also prevent helmet lift at high speeds.
• Innovative ventilation: Since full-face helmets completely enclose the rider’s head, they need to have a sophisticated ventilation system. A ventilation system makes it easier for the rider to breathe, helps to maintain comfortable temperatures in the helmet and prevents the visor from fogging up.
• Comfortable padding: Many manufacturers use quick-drying, hypoallergenic textiles for the helmet padding. The pads are removable for easy washing. Some models have cut-outs for the temples of eyeglasses. The quality of the padding is also an important factor in determining the helmet’s noise reduction performance.
• Sun visor: A drop-down sun visor helps to improve visibility while driving in bright sunlight. Whether you are touring, cruising, road racing or off-road racing, an integral sun visor in your helmet is always a great feature to have.

Some helmets also offer integrated communication systems and practical mounts for action cameras and dash cams. 

Safety features

In addition to the robust shell, some full-face helmets also have additional features that increase rider safety, including:

• PinLock visor: Many helmet visors fog up after being worn for a while. However, good visibility is crucial for safety when riding a motorcycle. PinLock visors provide a reliable and long-term solution to fogging. 
• Emergency release system to remove the helmet: Some full-face motorcycle helmets have an emergency release system, which allows the cheek pads to be removed. This allows first responders to more easily remove the helmet after a crash without having to apply too much pressure to the rider’s head and neck.

How to find the right helmet size

• You have two finger widths of space between your chin and the chin section of the helmet. This is so that impact energy is not directly transferred to your jaw.
• You cannot feel any pressure on your temples. Otherwise, you will eventually end up getting a headache.
• The cheek pads should fit very snugly without causing excessive cheek pressure. You should still be able to chew a piece of chewing gum.
• If you have your helmet on and try to pull it off your head from the back, you should not be able to pull it off too far. As soon as your chin touches the chin guard, the helmet must not move any further.

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FAQ about full-face helmets

Can I use a full-face helmet if I wear eyeglasses?

Choose a pair of glasses with lenses that are as big as possible and resistant to scratches and with temples that do not restrict your field of vision. Make sure that the frames are both robust and flexible. When buying a helmet, you should also make sure that the helmet provides a good seal. If the helmet does not provide a good seal, this can result in air turbulence under your glasses, which can have a negative impact on your riding experience.

What is the difference between full-face helmets and flip-up helmets?

What materials are full-face helmets made from?

For example, carbon fiber is frequently favored due to its strength and lightweight properties. Fiberglass shells also offer an impressive combination of low weight and outstanding impact resistance. However, the advantages of both materials also affect the price of the helmets.

Finally, there are also helmets that are made from multiple materials. These helmets are referred to as composite helmets. The aim of the manufacturer when producing these helmets is to combine the various positive properties of the individual materials in one helmet. 

How safe are full-face helmets?