Types of Motorbike Helmet
- Author Lucy James
- Published October 4, 2010
- Word count 363
There are five basic types of motorbike helmets. Some of these are not intended for riding, but they are nonetheless used by some riders. All helmets are secured by chin straps. The different types are:
Full Face Helmets
Full face helmets are the safest helmets because they cover the entire head. They have a rear that covers the skull’s base and a section to protect the front of the chin. Full face helmets have open cut-outs across the nose and the eyes. The helmets have plastic face shields – these might be tinted or clear. These shields swivel up and down so that you can access the face. Due to their enclosed design, full face helmets are designed with vents for airflow. The downsides of these helmets are that they are not ‘cool’ enough for some riders, a feeling of isolation, excessive heat, and reduced hearing in some models.
Motocross/Off-Road Helmets
Although the original off-road helmets did not come with a chin bar, today’s off-road bike helmets do. This chin bar is usually angular rather than rounded and it offers protection from frying debris and dirt and it provides protection against facial impact. Off-road helmets are worn together with goggles to offer protection similar to that of full face helmets.
Open Face Helmet
Open face helmets are also called ¾ helmets. The helmets have a rear which covers the skull’s base, but they do not have a lower chin bar. Some open face helmets have face shields while others do not.
Modular (flip-up) Helmets
Modular or flip-up helmets are a hybrid between an open face helmet and a full-face helmet. These helmets are for street use. The helmets are similar to a full face helmet in that they have a chin bar and they are similar to an open face helmet because this chin bar can be removed. This offers convenience because you can even eat with the helmet on.
Half Helmet
Half helmets were designed in the 60s. Half helmets are similar to open face helmets in all ways, the only difference being the fact that they lack a lowered rear. This is the least safe of all motorcycle helmets.
Lucy James was born in London in 1982. She graduated from Southampton University with an honours degree in Fashion Design. For several years after graduation Lucy worked as a safety consultant for a leading motorbike helmets manufacturing firm. Her main duty is to make sure all the bike helmets and motorcycle helmets pass the safety check procedure before they reach the customers.
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