Road Open Face Motorcycle Helmets

Open faced helmets don’t offer quite as much protection as full faced alternatives, but they tend to be somewhat more comfortable and this has generally made them quite popular. When it comes to flexibility, these options offer a wider range of movement, making checking blind spots a lot easier, as well as often a better view of your general surroundings.

As these motorcycle helmets aren’t quite as snugly fit, they are also gentler on the head, making them more comfortable, but this of course comes at a cost of reduced safety. What is more, since they are open, you’ll find that they are more breathable, and this is something that is particularly appealing in hot weather.

It is important to keep in mind that open face helmets offer no protection for the eyes – they fit around the back and sides of the head and leave the face almost completely exposed. Because of this, you might need to invest in a pair of quality riding goggles.

Noise can also be somewhat of an issue with an open faced design, however, most people tend to use earplugs in order to cope with this. You can’t just use any old ear plugs, however, because you’ll need to be able to hear sirens – this means investing in specially designed alternatives.

While in most cases, a full faced helmet is likely a better option than an open faced design, this will largely depend on the type of rider you are, as well as your own preferences and needs. For those who aren’t quite sure about either of these options, luckily it’s not a case of one or the other as there is a third alternative – the modular helmet.