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Determine Motorcycle Helmet Size
1. Fit
cloth tape measure snugly around widest part of head approximately 1" above
the eyebrow, just above the ears and at the point on the back of your
head that will give you the largest measurement for your motorcycle helmet
size (see illustration).
2. Find your
head size in the correct chart above, then order the corresponding helmet
size per the motorcycle helmet product sizing.
3.
Safety dictates that if your head size falls between two of the motorcycle
helmet head size ranges listed, order the smaller motorcycle helmet size as
a motorcycle helmet must fit snugly.
*If you don't have a tape
measure, you can use a piece of string. Wrap the string around your
forehead about where you want the helmet liner to rest. Then use a ruler or
yard stick to measure the string!
| Adult |
Hat Size |
Inches |
CM |
| XS |
6-5/8 - 6-3/4 |
20-87 - 21.26 in. |
53-54cm |
| S |
6-7/8 - 7 |
21.65 - 22.05 in. |
55-56 cm |
| M |
7-1/8 - 7-1/4 |
22.44 - 22.83 in. |
57-58 cm |
| L |
7-3/8 - 7-3/4 |
23.23 - 23.62 in. |
59-60 cm |
| XL |
7-5/8 - 7-7/8 |
24.02 - 24.41 in. |
61-62 cm |
Helmet Sizing Tips
Your motorcycle helmet fit is critical
to the comfort and enjoyment of your helmet. It also plays a critical role
in the performance of your helmet in the event of a collision.
Never or wear a motorcycle helmet without making sure you have a proper snug
fit (not too tight, and not too loose - just right!)
There are several methods and tricks to size a motorcycle helmet. We
recommends the following method:
1. Estimate your size: Get a tape measure and
our sizing chart. Start with a M motorcycle helmet size you think will fit
according to our measurements cross referenced to the chart.
2. Not too tight: Once you have your
new motorcycle helmet in hand, put the helmet on by grasping the chin strap
in each hand and pulling it on over your ears until you feel the top portion
of the motorcycle helmet touch. Check for the following red flags: A. The
motorcycle helmet immediately feels too tight. B. Your head does not touch
the top of the motorcycle helmet. C. You can't pull the helmet down over
your ears. D. It's painful in any way. If any of these apply, you probably
need the next size larger.
3. Not too loose: Once you have found a motorcycle
helmet that feels comfortable and snug, you must make sure that it is not
too loose. To do this, securely fasten the chin strap, grasp the helmet chin
bar or sides firmly with one hand and try to move the helmet from side to
side and up and down. If the motorcycle helmet slides on your skin and hair,
it is too large. If your scalp and skin want to move with the helmet, the
fit is about right.
4. Just Right: One final check.
Reach back to the back of the motorcycle helmet and try to rotate the helmet
as far down and forward as possible. Then as far backward as possible. If
the motorcycle helmet feels as if it might slide off in either reaction, the
motorcycle helmet is either too big or the chin strap was not securely
fastened.
Congratulations! If you passed these tests, you now have a properly fitting
helmet that will maximize safety and minimize wind noise as well!
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