Ride In Style With The 13 Best Helmet Brands In India
Riding a bike for some people is a means of transportation while for others an exhilarating adventure that offers a sense of freedom and excitement. Riding a bike to popular destinations such Ladakh, Kerala, and Himachal Pradesh, is one of the most thrilling adventures you can ever experience. However, Indian roads can be unpredictable and unsafe, making it necessary for bikers to wear proper safety gear such as helmets. In many Indian regions, wearing a helmet has also become mandatory by law.
While safety should always be the top priority for motorcycle riders, that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice style for protection. Fortunately, with the abundance of helmet brands available today, you can find a good quality helmet that is both attractive and functional. No longer do you have to settle for a dull and unappealing helmet.
In this article, we have shared 13 best helmet brands in India that can help you ride in style and with confidence.
A] 5 Different Types Of Helmets Offered By Top Brands
- Full face helmets: These cover the entire face and head including the chin of the wearer. They are very bulky making them the safest option for biking helmets. The helmet is designed with proper ventilation.
- Half face helmets: These cover the head but the rider has the option to lift the visor. It also does not protect the chin. These helmets are best suited for hotter climates.
- Motocross helmets: These are lightweight and durable and are designed for comfort in off-road motorcycling. It includes an extended chin and visor for optimal airflow and protection against the sun.
- Modular/Flip-up helmets: A combination between full-face helmets and half-face helmets, flip-up helmets allow the wearer to raise or lower their chin bars as required. It is as safe as the full-face helmets with the comfort of half-face ones.
- Dual-sport helmets: These are meant to give the rider the comfort of full-face helmets and the durability and protection of motocross helmets. They tend to be quite expensive but are the most popular helmet among professional riders.
Learn more about these helmet types with our dedicated guide: Different Types of Motorcycle Helmets
B] 13 Popular & Best Helmet Brands In India
Whether you’re looking for a sleek and modern design or a more classic and retro look, there’s a helmet out there to suit your needs and preferences.
1. Airoh
Airoh is one of the top helmet brands with over two decades of experience in manufacturing high-performance motorcycle helmets. Airoh offers top-quality helmets that incorporate innovative designs and advanced safety features along with exceptional quality.
Airoh is best known for its full-face helmets made from high resistance thermoplastic. These helmets are durable and resistant to chemicals and corrosion. They are also aesthetically appealing and can make you look amazing while riding. Each of our helmets come with unique features, for example, our Airoh spark rock n roll gloss helmet has an Integrated Sun Screen Visor.
2. AXOR
Axor is one of the top helmet brands in India offered by Bikester Global. Axor aims to provide high-quality stylish motorcycle helmets at an affordable price for everyone. Axor’s helmets are designed to provide excellent protection and comfort.
Axor offers an extensive range of full-face and half-face helmets of various sizes. With Axor you can get the quality and comfort of premium helmet brands but at a fraction of the price.
3. Axxis
Axxis is a manufacturer of branded helmets in India offering a wide range of comfortable, stylish and safe helmets at an affordable price. Their helmets are made with high impact polycarbonate for durability and lined with multi-density inner EPS for better impact absorption. The helmets are ISI safety approved and carry a two-year warranty.
Axxis’s sleek Segment Leders Helmet is designed for maximum safety and is also equipped with anti-allergic wicking fabrics for quick and easy sweat absorption.
4. Bilmola
Bimola is a premium helmet brand known for its innovative features and new-age aesthetics. Bilmola helmets are designed to be lightweight yet durable enough to withstand mechanical shocks. The shell is made up of shock-resistant thermoplastic while the cushioning is crafted with expanded polystyrene. Bilmola’s helmets are designed to provide minimal wind turbulence and buffeting at high speeds. Other features include washable liner, visor compatibility and multi-density cushioning.
5. Fly Racing
Fly Racing is a premium helmet brand, established in 1998 it has quickly become one of the most popular motorcycle helmets brands across the world. Fly Racing is committed to manufacturing and distributing the highest quality motorcycle riding gear that is safe and comfortable. The helmets are very lightweight and also have an excellent ventilation system.
6. Korda
Korda offers a wide range of stylish motorcycle helmets with attractive graphics without compromising on utility and durability. All of Korda’s helmets are ISI certified along with various other safety certifications such as ECE. The outer layer of the helmets is manufactured with injected polycarbonate shell for improved protection and lined with Multi-density inner EPS for better shock absorption.
7. KYT
KYT was founded in 1980 by Mr Eddy Tedjakusuma and since has become one of the leading Helmet manufacturers in the world. KYT focuses on the innovation of new product technology and the quality of its products. KYT’s helmets are lightweight, aerodynamic, well-ventilated and provide excellent protection.
8. LS2
LS2 is one of the best helmet company with over 20 years of experience in delivering the most innovative, comfortable and safe helmets. The LS2 helmets are designed to be lightweight so that the rider can wear them for prolonged periods of time without any issues. LS2 offers premium as well as affordable helmets so you can choose a secure helmet in your budget.
9. MT
MT is a Spanish helmet manufacturing company that manufactures high-quality helmets that provide superior protection, comfort, and style. MT helmets are manufactured with high-impact moulded polycarbonate and dual-density EPS for increased durability. The helmets have a sleek and aerodynamic design with an exceptional ventilation system.
10. Ridex
Ridex is a comparatively new brand of motorcycle helmet, however, it is dedicated to providing superior-quality helmets to the two-wheeler industry. Ridex offers helmets that are manufactured with advanced high-quality ABS material which adds to the strength of the helmet while also making it lightweight. The main focus of Ridex’s helmet for riders is to provide comfort and protection to its customers.
11. SMK
SMK is an Indian helmet manufacturing brand established in 1972. After all these years SMK is still a popular helmet brand, known for its quality, excellence and innovation. SMK helmets include high-quality visors and air vents for the comfort of the rider while also having an ECE-approved safety rating. SMK also offers some really great retro helmets such as this aesthetically pleasing SMK Retro Ranko GL574 Orange Green Helmet. Next, on our list is Tivra, a helmet brand known for its unique helmet designs.
12. Tiivra
Tiivra is a premium helmet manufacturer based in India, best known for its signature golden helmets. Apart from their bold and stylish designs, their core focus is always on functionality and the safety of the wearer. With materials like polycarbonate or fibreglass, Tiivra offers high levels of protection.
13. Vardenchi
Vardenchi is a Mumbai-based motorcycle helmet manufacturer, offering a wide range of motorcycle helmets at a very affordable price. They incorporate a classic style in their helmet designs giving them personality and flair. The materials used in manufacturing the helmets are either fibreglass or carbon fibre which adds to the strength and durability of the helmet. The helmets are designed with proper ventilation so the riders stay cool and comfortable even during warm days.
If you are interested in exploring more helmet brands, checkout our guide: Top Helmet Brands available in India.
Conclusion
Wearing a helmet is one of the best precautionary measures to avoid injuries during a road accident and can also save your life. It is therefore essential to find premium helmets from top helmet brands designed to offer safety and comfort at an affordable price.
Hopefully, this blog has familiarised you with some of the best helmet companies in India, and helped you shortlist popular helmets from these brands. Head over to Bikester Global shop that features a wide range of helmets from these brands and take your pick.