Learn About the Latest Motorcycle Helmet Trends

As you’re cruising down the highway, the last thing that should be on your mind is worrying about your helmet. You want to ride with confidence, knowing you’ve got the best helmet there is protecting you. In recent years many new advancements in technology have increased the effectiveness in how a helmet protects. It makes sense to retire that old helmet upgrade to a new and improved modern day helmet.

That’s why it’s time to study up on motorcycle helmet technology. If you’ve been rocking your beanie helmet for years, it’s time to trade it in for a new helmet with many great new technologies. New materials available can make the same exact helmet design both lighter and stronger.

Your old helmet might not be able to really protect you in the event of a crash. Many styles are only designed to cover the top of your head. So what happens if you fall onto your side? As helmets matured in their design process full face helmets as well as modular helmets have evolved. These two helmet types offer much higher levels of protection than any half or open face helmet could ever provide.

If you’ve been riding with one helmet for a long time, it may have been weakened. Any dropping or minor crash can cause serious damage to the inside of your helmet, which leaves you vulnerable if something happens. Stress cracks or fractures can develop over time on any helmet. If your helmet is pretty old it is most likely constructed with an older process that is inferior to new helmet construction techniques. It is a good idea to replace your helmet every few years anyway, but it is especially important if you have had your helmet for a long time already.

When you’re using a new helmet, you get the advantages of all the new motorcycle helmet technologies available. A great new helmet to buy is a full face helmet, offering protection and style. New materials such as carbon fiber are making their way into helmet construction. This provides both lighter and stronger helmets, two very nice features to have in a full face helmet.

A full face helmet uses many new motorcycle helmet technologies to protect you fully. The top of your head and the sides are covered, as well as your face and chin. Your ears are also covered to prevent noise damage. Helmets today are vented, have high tech shields for different riding environments, and even have the ability to integrate electronics into the helmet.

When you’re wearing a full face helmet, you’re also getting the advantage of shock absorbing layers, a new motorcycle helmet technology. These layers help to keep your head stable, and to reduce the likelihood of a brain injury.

With the amount of new motorcycle helmet technology now available, it doesn’t make sense not to invest in a new helmet. So trade in your old helmet today for something sleek and safe.

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Vega XT Half Helmet $74.96 Vega XT Half Helmet The XT Half Helmet from Vega features a revolutionary thin EPS liner system for smaller profile shellMeets or exceeds DOT standardFiberglass shell constructionAdjustable front ventsCommunication-ready zip-on padded wind curtain and 3-snap shorty visor includedFlourescent yellow means hi-viz in low light levelsCloseouts are limited to stock on hand…

Harley-Davidson® Men’s Modular Motorcycle Helmet with Retractable Sun Shield. Helmet bag included. Graphics. 98211-10VM $250.00 Polycarbonate shell featuring an Advanced Channeling Ventilation System, which allows for full front-to-back airflow to help flush out heat and humidity. One-Touch Integrated tinted SunShield deploys quickly and easily. AccuSight® anti-fog face shield features optically superior 3D design, 95% UV protection, and anti-scratch coating. RapidFire® shield replacement system for quick, secure tool-fr…

Motorcycle Helmet Speakers w/ Inline Volume Control $19.95 These helmet speakers are thin, provide high volume, and are uniquely designed for helmets. They plug into any radio, MP3, or CD player that has a standard 1/8″ output jack. They are very comfortable inside your helmet. Just press them into your helmet’s ear pockets or secure them to the helmet lining with the attached Velcro or adhesive Velcro pads. Use these speakers with any helmet that covers …

Motorcycle Cell phone headset (iphone Touring) $49.99 Tork Mobile (Touring) This motorcycle helmet headset is designed for comfort while riding a motorcycle and using your Apple iPhone or other compatible device. If you’re currently using your iPhone while riding and listening to music, than this is the ideal product for you. This headset allows you to listen to music with full helmet speakers and integrates a noise reduction microphone for use whi…

CARBON FLIP UP MODULAR FULL FACE MOTORCYCLE HELMET(JX-A111-CARBON FIBER) With tags, helmet bag, and brand new in the box! Great Matte Finish. Advanced thermoplastic shell technology, DOT Approved. Meets FVWSS-218 specifications. Ventilation system and UV protected. Padded Neck and head interior. Chin cover. Extra clear, anti-scratch visor. Quick release visor mechanism, flip up modular helmets. Full removable washable comfort inner lining. Impact absorbent liner. Sleek…

Bell Revolver Helmet $199.95 Bell Revolver Helmet Flippin your lid has never been easier with Bell and its new modular Revolver Solid Helmet. Inspired by the Bell Star, the Revolver offers a simple easy to actuate button for raising and lowering the chinbar, an integrated sun shade and the Velocity Flow Ventilation system to usher air into the helmet to help you keep your cool. Features Internal Sun Shade offers on t…

MATTE BLACK DUAL VISOR MODULAR MOTORCYCLE HELMET DOT IV2 Most Advanced Modular Dual Visor Adult Helmet One button, one-hand Flip-up Sytem Converts helmet from Full-face to Open-face Glove-friendly and waterproof controls EPS Impact Absorption Inner Liner Sweat Absorbing Inner Liner Fully Removable and Washable Interior Advanced lightweight durable shell – Advanced Thermoplastic Shell Technology Sliding Control Retractable Anti-scratch Sun V…

SHOEI MULTITEC FLIP-UP PEARL GRAY METALLIC MOTORCYCLE Full-Face-Helmet $446.39 SHOEI MULTITEC PEARL GRAY METALLICSHOEI MULTITEC Modular Motorcycle Helmet   Sculpted Aerodynamic “Bag-Molded” Fiberglass Shell Designed to minimize wind noise and drag Advanced Integrated Matrix Plus(AIM+) shell Flip-Up Chin Bar and Face Shield Single-button release allows chin bar/face shield to be opened with one hand Central locking mechanism can easily beoperated with either hand Flip…

Scorpion EXO-900 Solid Street Helmet The Scorpion EXO-900 Transformer motorcycle helmet gives you the freedom to choose between Full Face and Open face version to meet the changes in your riding conditions. There are no tools needed for conversion. The Transformer motorcycle helmet also has added benefits of detachable peak visor and dropdown sun visor that makes the Scorpion Transformer helmet truly unique and gives you the option …

Raider Motorcycle Modular Helmet $85.43 Sporty-style motorcycle helmetHelmet crafted with lightweight thermoplastic shellDOT approved helmetFull flow ventilation systemOne-handed operation to open helmet

DOT Modular Full Face Black Motorcycle Helmet $93.99 Ride in style while keeping yourself safe with this DOT Modular Full Face Black Motorcycle Helmet. This helmet features a complete face guard and comfortable moisture absorbent internal padding.

DOT Modular Full Face Silver Motorcycle Helmet $102.99 Ride in style while keeping yourself safe with this DOT Modular Full Face Silver Motorcycle Helmet. This helmet features a complete face guard and comfortable moisture absorbent internal padding.

DOT Modular Full Face Winebury Motorcycle Helmet $99.99 Ride in style while keeping yourself safe with this DOT Modular Full Face Winebury Motorcycle Helmet. This helmet features a complete face guard and comfortable moisture absorbent internal padding.

DOT Modular Full Face Pearl White Motorcycle Helmet $98.99 Ride in style while keeping yourself safe with this DOT Modular Full Face Pearl White Motorcycle Helmet. This helmet features a complete face guard and comfortable moisture absorbent internal padding.

DOT Modular Full Face Brown M&M Motorcyle Helmet $115.99 Ride in style while keeping yourself safe with this RZ80 Full Face Brown M&M DOT Motorcycle Helmet. This helmet features a complete face guard and comfortable moisture absorbent internal padding.