J.D. Power Associate Motorcycle Helmet Study
I always look into the latest J.D. Power Associates study for helmets and other items. They have a very clear criteria when it comes to motorcycle helmets, its based on a 1000 point system and owners of these helmets are surveyed. 11 key areas which affect helmet scoring:
- quietness
- ventilation/air flow
- de-fogging
- face shield ability to keep wind out
- face shield ability to resist scratching
- ease of replacing face shield
- scratch resistance of shell
- color/graphic design
- weight
- ease of fastening the strap
- comfort/fit.
Arai has been the number one for the past 10 years in a row. I have to say that I am one of there very satisfied customers. Arai comes in first at 819 points, and Shoei in second with 816 points. I always recommend both Arai and Shoei, and I also recommend Scorpion as an alternative to the usual brands.
Ranking:
- Arai
- Shoei
- Icon
- Scorpion
- Harley-Davidson
- Nolan
- KBC
- Bell
- Fulmer
Link: Clutch&Chrome
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Also an added information is that Arai Helmets purchased through official dealers carry a US$ 5,000,000 isurance cover should an injury occurs due to the helmet in case of an accident
N: Japanese is the only relavence! And its the best helmet!
Jacqui: I agree, I really like the design!
JoJo: I wonder where we would be able to cash that!
jewaira: Thanks! I like getting this type of information out!
Doesn’t Arai mean “ouch” in philipino? hahahaha.. however, investing in safety is never expensive money and ill-spent!