The Best Scooter Helmets

First off, no one wants to look like a dork by sporting a geeky helmet, this is the main issue keeping people on motorbikes and scooters from wearing a helmet in the first place. But helmets have come a long way...

And yes, you can find scooter helmets that are "stylish". When looking for a helmet there are a few factors to keep in mind...

1. You like it. If you settle for just any ol' helmet just because of the price or because the sales guy at the scooter store talked you into it, then it's a give away that you aren't going to wear it. It will end up on the garage shelf and collecting dust.

2. Safety approved. The Department of Transportation (DOT) have set helmet regulations and for a DOT approved helmet, it has to go through a series of tests to meet their helmet expectations. If there is not a DOT approval stamp on the back of the helmet (generally, the lower part) or in the inside of the helmet then it's not approved and it is best for you to keep looking.
There is another approval that is highly accepted too... Snell approval. The Snell Foundation has set high standards and changes their requirements more frequently then DOT. Both are highly accepted approvals for your scooter helmets.
Click to find the differences between DOT and Snell Helmets.

3. Comfort. A good helmet is designed to be worn for long trips... go for a lightweight, high comfort engineered helmet. There are plenty available that won't have you breaking the bank.

The most popular and highest quality scooter helmets are what we call "three quarter" helmets. They often have an opened face (some with visors) and are lightweight, lined for comfort and are all DOT approved.

1. BLACK DOT MOTORCYCLE HELMET OPEN FACE WITH FLIP SHIELD

• Lightweight shell.


• Forehead and Venturi Exhaust Super Vent for Maximum user comfort.


• Interior mesh trim that channels moisture away from the skin for greater comfort.


• The visor has three standard positions and is removable all together.


• Double D-Ring Retention System.

2. DOT 3/4 MOTORCYCLE HELMET - THREE QUARTER HELMET

• Available in several colors


• Motorcycle Helmets RMT10 Series


• Meets or exceeds DOT Standards


• Injected thermoplastic resin or composite fiber shell


• 3 Snap bubble peak


• UV lacquer finish


• All helmets are wet sanded, then clear coated 3 times.


• Graphic and Decals are professionally applied


• Nylon Webbing Fully Lined Sewn Interior Seems sewn to outside.

3. GLX G-218 DOT DUAL SHIELD OPEN FACE HELMET

• Available in pink, black and blue


• Low Profile Outer Shell Design


• Shell constructed of polycarbonate, Thermopastic, Polyester resin, and Polystyrene Liner


• Full removable exterior anti-scratch Full face shield


• Interior half face goggle shield


• DOT approved


• UV protection pain finish


• Front intake and rear exhaust ventilation system


• cofortable, washing and removable inner padding


• Optional anti-fog full face/half face shield

ALL HELMETS can be seen at: Shop Motorbike Helmets

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