How do I know my Arai helmet size?

How do I know my Arai helmet size?

Arai uses up to six different shell sizes, this gives the right size helmet for the customer’s head. The smallest shell is XXXS, size 49-50. For most models there is one specific shell size for every two sizes, starting with XS (53-54) up to XXL (63-64).

How should Arai helmet fit?

To take the cheek pads out fit the top portion of the crown of the head first. Make sure everything is good there you don’t have any hotspots.

Do Arai helmets run big?

Either they run a tad big (compared to shoei) or they just fit me better. I had a large shoei which got TOO big on me after it broke in, but the medium just felt wrong/tight.

What size is 54 58 cm helmet?

Medium
Helmet Sizing Chart

What size is a medium Arai helmet?

Helmet Sizing Guidelines

What head shape are Arai helmets?

Arai motorcycle helmets come in three different shapes: intermediate oval, long oval, and round oval. The majority of Arai helmets are intermediate oval, and a smaller percentage of Arai helmets are long oval and round oval. Arai helmets also come in various sizes, from XS to 3XL.

What head shape is Arai?

long oval

However, there is definitely one significant difference that is readily apparent as soon as the helmet is placed on the head — the Profile is an Arai “long oval” head shape, while the Quantum II is definitely a “round head” fit. Many “long oval” types will rejoice that a Quantum II equivalent has finally arrived!

What age is 50 54cm helmet?

Recommended for children aged 4-11.

What size helmet is 54 cm?

Fitting

How long do Arai helmets last?

five years
Like most major helmet manufacturers, Arai subscribes to the Snell Memorial Foundation benchmark of five years as the suggested usable lifespan of a motorcycle helmet.

Which Arai is long oval?

The new Quantum-ST PRO full face crash helmet features the ”long oval” head shape. This specific shape offers a longer front-to back distance and a slightly smaller side-to side distance compared with the standard Arai head shape.

How can you tell fake Arai?

Genuine Arai helmets are sold only by Arai authorized dealers. Genuine Arai helmets are packed in white cardboard boxes with blue stripes. The boxes include a cloth Arai helmet bag, an owner’s manual, and a small bottle of lubricant. There is a warning label on the helmet chin strap.

What age would a 48 52cm helmet fit?

about 4 years old
The most common circumference of children aged 2 to 4 years is 51 to 53 cm. A children’s bicycle helmet in size 48 to 52 cm is therefore an excellent choice for most children in this age group. For children from about 4 years old you should probably look for a helmet with a circumference greater than 53 cm.

Should I size up or down for helmet?

Choose the smaller size. Make customizations as necessary, such as twisting the dial fit system, removing fit pads and/or adjusting straps. A well-fitting bike helmet should be snug, but not too tight. It should rest level on your head and should not tilt back.

What size helmet is 50cm?

Fitting

Is a 10 year old helmet still good?

The government testing body in the US, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), recommends replacing a bicycle helmet every five to 10 years. The Snell Memorial Foundation, which also certifies helmets for safety, states a firm five years.

Are Arai helmets round or oval?

Arai motorcycle helmets come in three different shapes: intermediate oval, long oval, and round oval. The majority of Arai helmets are intermediate oval, and a smaller percentage of Arai helmets are long oval and round oval.

Who owns Arai helmets?

Michio “Mitch” Arai
Today Arai Helmet Ltd. has factories in Saitama and Shinto, Japan, and is still a privately owned family business, now in the capable hands of Michio “Mitch” Arai, 81, and his son Akihito.

How do I know if my Arai helmet is real?

If your Arai has one, it’s a fake. If there’s any hardware between the outer liner and the multi-density foam layers inside, your Arai is an Ainti. Is My Shoei Real? A genuine Shoei helmet will come with Shoei shield system.

How do I know if my helmet is too big?

A helmet fits properly if your skin moves along with the helmet when shaking your head firmly from side to side. If the helmet moves but your face does not, the helmet is too big.

How do I know if my helmet is too small?

A helmet that’s too small won’t be able to sit flush with the top of the head. A helmet too small will stop well above the ears before their head is finished rounding out. Any retention system (more on this later) typically will need to be as loose as possible.

How do you know if a helmet fits?

The helmet should sit LOW on your forehead. There should only be one or two finger-widths above your eyebrow. Your child should be able to look upward and see the front rim of your bicycle helmet on your own head. The left and right side straps should form a “Y” and meet right below your ear.

What size helmet is 60cm?

One brand will have a Medium size being the equivalent to 54 – 58 cm, while another brand will show Medium size as being 55 – 60 cm.

What to do with expired helmets?

Recycle It
Call around to your local recycle centers and see if they’d be able to take such an object. Every part of a helmet should be recyclable. Though you won’t see that helmet ever again, you’ll at least know it’s not collecting dust in your garage and that it’s being made into and used for something else.

Why Arai helmets are so expensive?

Arai uses a single-piece inner shell, but it’s made up of multiple densities for structural integrity… but of course, this is more expensive to make. The cost to produce any helmet is of course going to be passed on to the customer, and some of the top brands – like Arai and Shoei for instance – are hand made in Japan.