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How do helmet sizes work?
Using a soft measuring tape, measure around the circumference of your head, across the forehead just above the eyebrows, above the ears and around the back of your head. Helmets are available in sizes from 50cm right up to 67cm!
What does Shell size mean in helmets?
So, for example, if they produce a helmet in two shell sizes – say a small and a large shell, then to make a helmet that’ll fit an XL head, they’ll use the larger shell but fit less padding to accommodate the larger XL head.
How big is a medium size helmet?
Helmet Sizing Chart
| Motorcycle Helmet Sizing Chart | ||
|---|---|---|
| Adult Size | CM | Inches |
| Small | 55-56 | 21.65 – 22.05 |
| Medium | 57-58 | 22.44 -22.83 |
| Large | 59-60 | 23.23 – 23.62 |
Are all helmet shells the same size?
They use the same shells for many sizes. Some helmets are literally one shell size for every single marked size the helmet is offered.
Are all motorcycle helmets the same size?
A helmet should fit snug on your head. If it moves while wearing, it is too large. If it is painful to wear, it is too small. For proper sizing, your nearest dealer will be able to help you get sized up.
What size helmet is 54 cm?
Fitting
| CIRCUMFERENCE | HELMET LETTER SIZE | |
|---|---|---|
| 53 cm | 20-7/8” | Youth Large/XLarge |
| 53.5 cm | 21” | Youth/L |
| 54 cm | 21-1/4” | XS |
| 55 cm | 21-5/8” | XS |
What is the size of a small helmet?
In general, a size small helmet measures 55 – 56 cm or 21 ⅝ – 22 in inches. In terms of hat size, a small helmet is a size 6 ⅞ – 7. 4. What size of helmet does my child need?
How to measure your head for a motorcycle helmet?
The measurement of the head should be taken one inch above the eyebrows, or at the fullest area of the head whichever will give the widest circumference measure. Record your sizes in both centimeters and inches then check the size chart provided to see the approximate helmet size fit for your head.
What are the different head shapes used for helmet designs?
The different head shapes that are usually used for helmet designs are “oval” or “round” shaped, although some people have “egg” size heads. Oval: this is known as the “long oval” shape and is the most common head shape.
How many suspension pads are in a motorcycle helmet?
Each helmet comes with a set of seven 3/4-in thick suspension pads. The 3/4-in pads are also known as size 6. One-inch thick pads (also known as size 8) are available through requisition and in spare parts kits given to units.