PLEASE NOTE: cheek pads do compress over time so they can 'bed in' to a certain extent.
If you can fit a couple of fingers between your cheek and the helmet cheek pads then it is too big, if it is pressing so tight your cheeks are between your teeth and you can't talk, then it may be too small.
Do up the strap and tighten it until you feel it is quite tight but not uncomfortable on your neck. You want a tiny bit of movement but not enough that the helmet could lift or come off while riding. Roll the helmet backwards and forwards and wiggle it forwards and backwards. Then move up to your temples and forehead, you don’t want to be able to get your fingers in there.Īnd finally, check the back of the crash helmet if it’s snug then it’s the right size for you. Feel how close the helmet is around your cheeks make sure there are no gaps. Too much pressure could become uncomfortable in the future. You should feel some pressure at all the contact points around the interior perimeter. When you can't get the helmet past your cheeks or jaws, do not think it's too small and reach for a bigger size.įor the most comfort the interior must fit snugly all around the crown of your head. the area contacted by a baseball caps' band.ĭo not be concerned with facial fit at this stage. Focus on your head size (crown fit) measurement first, e.g. When your helmet arrives, read any advice sheet in the box first and then try it on. Don’t assume that they will be the same fitting. PLEASE NOTE: Medium in one brand, may be a totally different size and fitting in another brand. If your head measurement for example 58.5cm and a Medium is 57-58cm and a Large is 59-60cm, we would suggest going for the smaller size (in this case Medium) as the interior will compress over time. Helmets are available in a wide range of sizes. Then you can check the measurement against the manufacturers sizing chart. Using a soft tape measure, measure around the circumference of your head (the widest part of your head), across the forehead slightly above the eyebrows and ears and around the back of your head. Everybody’s head is different, and every brand and helmet style is different. Measuring Your Headīefore choosing a helmet, we recommend measuring your head to establish the size of helmet you require. So, make sure you order the correct size. Either way, this is bad news for the rider.Ī motorcycle helmet simply will not protect or perform as designed if it doesn’t fit correctly. If it’s too big, it may move around when riding. If it’s too small, it can give headaches and discomfort. It’s really important to wear a properly fitting motorcycle helmet!Ī poorly fitting helmet will be uncomfortable, definitely noisier and potentially dangerous. 
The Designer Helmets Guide to Buying a Motorcycle Helmet
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