If you are searching for the best motorcycle helmets of 2024, there has never been more choice. From premium full-face helmets and modular touring lids to adventure helmets, budget-friendly options and track-focused race helmets, 2024 has brought riders a wide range of excellent choices.
At Moto Central, we help riders choose helmets every day, both online and in our Leicestershire showroom. The right helmet is not just about price or brand. It needs to fit properly, feel comfortable, suit your riding style and meet modern safety standards.
In this guide, we look at some of our standout motorcycle helmet picks for 2024, covering full-face helmets, modular helmets, adventure helmets, budget-friendly options and premium performance lids.
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Quick advice: the best motorcycle helmet is not always the most expensive one. The best helmet is the one that fits your head properly, suits your riding style and gives you the right balance of comfort, protection and practicality.
Best Motorcycle Helmets 2024 - Quick Picks
| Category | Helmet | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Full-face helmet | Arai Quantic | Premium road and sport-touring use |
| Full-face helmet | Shoei GT-Air 3 | Sport touring and everyday comfort |
| Lightweight full-face helmet | AGV K6 S | Riders wanting low weight and versatility |
| Modular helmet | Schuberth C5 | Quiet long-distance touring |
| Modular helmet | Shoei Neotec 3 | Premium flip-up convenience |
| Adventure helmet | Nexx X.WED3 | Mixed road and trail riding |
| Adventure helmet | Arai Tour-X5 | Premium adventure riding |
| Budget helmet | HJC C10 | Affordable ECE 22.06 protection |
| Premium race helmet | Shoei X-SPR Pro | Track and fast road performance |
Full-Face Helmets - Maximum Protection and Everyday Performance
Full-face helmets remain the most popular choice for many road riders because they offer strong protection, good weather coverage and a secure, enclosed feel. For commuting, sports riding, touring and everyday road use, a good full-face helmet is hard to beat.
Arai Quantic
The Arai Quantic stands as one of the most impressive premium road helmets of 2024. It is certified to the ECE 22.06 standard and combines Arai’s traditional focus on shell strength, comfort and real-world usability.
Designed with road and sport-touring riders in mind, the Quantic offers strong ventilation, a quality interior and a premium feel that suits long days on the bike. It is not just a helmet for short blasts; it is built for riders who want comfort and quality over distance.
At Moto Central, we see the Arai Quantic as a strong option for riders who value Arai’s hand-built feel, premium construction and trusted road helmet design.
Best for: riders who want a premium full-face helmet for road riding and sport touring.
Shoei GT-Air 3
The Shoei GT-Air 3 is one of the standout sport-touring helmets of 2024. It is designed for riders who want the protection and refinement of a premium full-face helmet, but with the added practicality of an integrated sun visor.
The GT-Air 3 is particularly appealing for road riders who deal with changing light conditions. The drop-down sun visor makes commuting, touring and everyday riding easier, while the premium interior and refined shell design help make it comfortable over longer distances.
It also works neatly with communication systems, making it a strong choice for riders who use navigation, music or rider-to-rider communication.
Best for: riders who want a premium full-face helmet with touring comfort and an integrated sun visor.
AGV K6 S
The AGV K6 S is a strong all-round full-face helmet for riders who want low weight, comfort and performance in one package. Its carbon-aramid shell construction helps keep weight down, which can reduce fatigue on longer rides.
What makes the K6 S appealing is its versatility. It is sporty enough for riders who enjoy a more performance-led helmet, but comfortable and practical enough for regular road use. The wide field of vision, aerodynamic shape and premium construction make it one of the most complete full-face helmets in this list.
Best for: riders who want a lightweight full-face helmet that can handle a mix of road riding styles.
Modular Helmets - Touring Comfort and Flip-Up Convenience
Modular helmets, also known as flip-up helmets, are especially popular with touring riders, commuters and anyone who wants extra convenience day to day. The ability to raise the chin bar makes it easier to speak at stops, take a quick drink or deal with fuel stations without removing the helmet completely.
Schuberth C5
The Schuberth C5 is one of the most refined modular helmets available in 2024. It is designed with long-distance touring in mind, with a strong focus on comfort, quietness and premium build quality.
Schuberth has a strong reputation for producing quiet touring helmets, and the C5 is aimed squarely at riders who spend long hours on the road. It meets the ECE 22.06 standard and includes features designed to make touring more comfortable, including strong ventilation, an integrated sun visor and clean communication-system preparation.
Best for: touring riders who prioritise quietness, comfort and long-distance refinement.
Shoei Neotec 3
The Shoei Neotec 3 is another premium modular helmet that stands out in 2024. It offers a plush interior, strong ventilation and a smooth flip-up mechanism, making it a very practical option for touring, commuting and everyday road riding.
One of the biggest strengths of the Neotec 3 is how polished it feels. Shoei has refined the design to make the helmet easy to live with, from visor operation and sun visor use to communication-system compatibility.
For riders who want premium modular convenience with Shoei fit and finish, the Neotec 3 is one of the best choices of the year.
Best for: riders who want a refined premium flip-up helmet for commuting and touring.
Adventure Helmets - Built for the Road and Beyond
Adventure helmets are designed for riders who want versatility. They usually combine a peak, wide field of vision, road usability and off-road-inspired styling. Some adventure helmets are more road focused, while others are better suited to trail riding and goggle use.
Nexx X.WED3
The Nexx X.WED3 is a standout adventure helmet for 2024, offering strong versatility for riders who mix road riding, touring and trail use.
Its X-Matrix 2 shell construction is designed to balance strength and weight, while the ventilation system helps manage airflow when conditions get warmer or the pace drops off-road. The adjustable peak, goggle compatibility and integrated sun visor all add to its adventure-ready character.
Best for: adventure riders who want a versatile helmet for mixed road and trail use.
Arai Tour-X5
The Arai Tour-X5 is one of the most important adventure helmet releases of 2024. As the successor to the long-running Tour-X4, it brings Arai’s adventure helmet line into the modern ECE 22.06 era.
It is designed for riders who want a premium adventure helmet with Arai’s traditional focus on shell shape, protection and build quality. With a removable peak, wide visor aperture and serious adventure styling, the Tour-X5 is built to handle everything from touring roads to off-road routes.
Best for: riders who want a premium Arai adventure helmet for road and off-road use.
Budget-Friendly Helmets - Affordable Safety
You do not have to spend premium money to get a safe and usable helmet. Budget-friendly helmets have improved significantly, and in 2024 there are several affordable options that still meet modern expectations for safety, comfort and day-to-day practicality.
HJC C10
The HJC C10 is one of the strongest budget helmet choices of 2024. It offers modern safety certification, comfortable padding and a lightweight feel at a price point that makes it especially attractive for new riders or anyone looking for reliable everyday protection.
It is a great example of how entry-level helmets have improved. While it will not feel as premium as the higher-end helmets in this guide, it offers a sensible balance of value, comfort and protection.
Best for: new riders, commuters and anyone wanting a reliable budget-friendly full-face helmet.
Axxis Draken S
The Axxis Draken S combines sharp styling with affordability, making it a useful choice for riders who want a modern-looking helmet without stretching into premium pricing.
It is a good option for riders on a tighter budget who still want a full-face helmet that looks current and feels suitable for regular road use.
Best for: riders wanting an affordable helmet with modern styling.
Scorpion EXO 391
The Scorpion EXO 391 is another excellent budget-friendly option for 2024. It offers ECE 22.06 certification, a clean full-face design and practical everyday usability at an accessible price.
For riders who want a dependable full-face helmet without going into premium territory, the EXO 391 is well worth considering.
Best for: everyday riders looking for strong value and modern safety approval.
Premium Helmets - For Riders Who Demand the Best
Premium helmets are designed for riders who want the best possible combination of performance, materials, aerodynamics, ventilation and finish. These are the helmets aimed at serious road riders, sportsbike riders and track-day users.
Shoei X-SPR Pro
The Shoei X-SPR Pro is Shoei’s track-focused performance helmet, designed for speed, stability and high-level sports riding.
With advanced aerodynamics, strong ventilation and a race-developed feel, it is aimed at riders who spend time on track or want a serious sports helmet for fast road riding. This is not a relaxed touring helmet; it is built for performance.
Best for: track-day riders, sportsbike riders and those who want a premium race-focused Shoei helmet.
Arai RX-7V Evo
The Arai RX-7V Evo is one of Arai’s most iconic performance helmets, built for riders who demand premium quality and serious capability.
Certified to ECE 22.06, it features Arai’s well-known shell philosophy, strong ventilation and a focus on stability at higher speeds. It is a helmet aimed at experienced riders who want a premium, track-capable lid with Arai’s distinctive feel.
Best for: riders who want a premium Arai helmet for sports riding and track use.
Alpinestars Supertech R10
The Alpinestars Supertech R10 was one of the most exciting premium helmet arrivals around this period, bringing Alpinestars properly into the high-end helmet market.
Designed with performance in mind, it features a lightweight carbon shell, aerodynamic design and a focus on impact protection and ventilation. It is aimed at riders who want a premium sports helmet that feels modern, aggressive and track-ready.
Best for: riders who want a high-performance premium sports helmet from Alpinestars.
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Tips for Choosing the Right Motorcycle Helmet
Choosing the right helmet is about more than picking the one that looks best. A helmet needs to fit properly, suit your riding style and feel comfortable enough for the rides you actually do.
- Fit comes first: even the safest helmet will not work as intended if it does not fit correctly.
- Think about your riding style: commuting, touring, adventure riding and track use all place different demands on a helmet.
- Check modern safety approval: ECE 22.06 became increasingly important across new helmet ranges in 2024.
- Try before you buy where possible: pressure points may only become obvious after wearing a helmet for several minutes.
- Consider visor and sun visor needs: touring riders often value a built-in sun visor, while sports riders may prioritise weight and aerodynamics.
- Buy from a trusted retailer: this helps ensure you are getting a genuine helmet that meets the correct UK standards.
Why Visit Moto Central for a Helmet Fitting?
At our Leicestershire-based showroom, we help riders choose helmets every day. We stock a wide range of brands and helmet types, including Arai, Shoei, Schuberth, AGV, HJC, Scorpion, Nexx and Alpinestars.
Trying helmets on properly is one of the best ways to avoid buying the wrong lid. Different brands and models suit different head shapes, so two helmets that look similar on paper can feel completely different once you put them on.
Our team can help with sizing, fit checks, comfort advice and helmet comparisons, so you can choose a helmet with more confidence.
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Final Thoughts
The best motorcycle helmet for 2024 depends on the type of rider you are. A commuter may want something practical and comfortable, a touring rider may prefer a quiet modular helmet, an adventure rider may need peak and goggle compatibility, while a track-day rider may want the lightest and most aerodynamic option possible.
The good news is that the 2024 helmet market offers strong choices across almost every category. From the affordable HJC C10 and Scorpion EXO 391 to premium options like the Shoei Neotec 3, Schuberth C5, Arai Quantic and Shoei X-SPR Pro, there is a helmet to suit almost every rider and budget.
If you need help choosing, visit Moto Central online or come and see us in store. The right helmet should protect you, fit properly and make every ride more comfortable.
