The Best Motorcycle Helmets Under $200

Not ready to shell out $600+ for a brand new lid? We get it. With a price like that who wouldn’t be hesitant to such a commitment. But don’t sweat it, you can score some serious gear with two crisp Benjamins and a little bit of research. Even better news, we’ve already rounded up the 7 best helmets you can buy for under $200.

Scorpion Exo-T520

Scorpion sets a new standard for full face street helmets at an extremely affordable price. Coming in at a whopping $199.945 you get almost all the same amenities you would from their higher priced options. With a sleek aero design and aggressive look the T420 is a great entry into the moto world.

Heres what you get:

• Advanced Polycarbonate shell - weighing in at 3.8 Lbs
• 1 Chin and 1 Forehead intake, with 3 Exhaust ports at the rear spoiler
• EPS channels for an optimal flow-thru during rides
• Built-In comms unit location - EXO-COM communicator bluetooth kit compatible
• DOT FMVSS No. 218 Certified/ECE 22.05 Certified
• 5 Year Warranty

Bell Qualifier DLX

The Bell Qualifier DLX has just about everything you'd find in a much more expensive helmet. Why pay more, when you can get almost everything for a steal. Bell throws in some high dollar goodies like the Transitions face shield which on its own is a $100 value. The ventilation system is about the best you'll find in a full-face helmet and the five-year warranty is icing on the cake.

Heres what you get:

• Lightweight polycarbonate/ABS shell construction - weighing in at 3.5 Lbs
• 1 Chin,1 brow intake and 2 forehead intakes with 2 exhaust ports at the rear spoiler
• EPS channels for an optimal flow-thru during rides
• Padded wind collar drastically reduces wind and road noise
• DOT
• 5 Year Warranty

Z1R Solaris

The Solaris is the perfect helmet for the rider that likes to feel the open air and being able to talk to other riders with ease. With one push of a button you’ll be able to open the front of the helmet and engage the swinging chinbar. Combine that with a sleek design, drop down sun visor, ample ventilation, and an available dual pane and electric snow shield. Now you have an affordable modular helmet that can be used year-round!

Heres what you get:

• Injection-molded polycarbonate shell - weighing in at 3.9 Lbs
• 1 Chin and 1 Forehead intake, with 2 exhaust ports at the rear
• Drop-down rigid sun visor
• DOT safety rating
• Optional breath box, dual shield and electric shield allow you to convert the helmet for all-season use (sold separately)
• 1 year warranty

Bell Mag-9

This ¾ touring helmet will be perfect for the rider who likes a little extra freedom from their helmet and doesn’t want to break the bank at $199. It's got all the bells and whistles you could want out of an open face helmet like the built in sun shield and peak visor. This helmet is bluetooth ready and allows for an easy application of the Sena SMH10.

Heres what you get:

• Lightweight polycarbonate/ABS shell - weighing in at 3.262841 Lbs
• 2 Forehead intakes, with 2 exhaust ports at the rear
• Drop-down sun visor
• DOT safety rating
• Helmet can be run in multiple configurations: with or without shield and with or without visor
• 5 year warranty

Suomy Stellar

Suomy's new Stellar is a killer value touring or commuter helmet. Do you like the Shoei GT Air, but want something lighter and easier on the wallet? The Stellar is for you! You’ll be able to snag on at $179.95. You might not have heard of Suomy much before, but you’ll see top level riders in MotoGP wearing these guys.

Heres what you get:

• Lightweight polycarbonate shell - weighing in at 3.3 Lbs
• 3 air intake points, 4 exhaust vents, and integrated channeled EVS foam
• Drop-down sun visor
• Both ECE 22.05 and DOT safety rating
• 2 year warranty

HJC i10

Built to replace the CL-17, one of HJC’s best sellers, the i10 is bringing a new level of performance to the HJC lineup. Improved ventilation from new intakes and exhausts increases airflow while maintenance is made easy with simple, snap-on top vents. The i10 is Bluetooth compatible with smart hjc 10B or 20B, so installing a comm unit is only a few minutes. Plus a Snell rating for only $154.99 who can say no?

Heres what you get:

• Lightweight polycarbonate composite shell - weighing in at 3.8 Lbs
• 1 Chin and 1 Forehead intake, with 2 exhaust ports at the rear
• Both ECE 22.05 and DOT safety rating
• Bluetooth-ready design accepts SMART HJC 10B or 20B Bluetooth communicators
• 3 year warranty

See It For Yourself

More of a visual learner? Well we've got exactly what you're looking for. We've broken down in deepr detail some of the top picks in this list, and other we think are worthy of the podium. With hundreds of options to pick from hopefully you find your next lid here at Speed Addicts!

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