What helmets are road legal in the UK?

What helmets are road legal in the UK?

All helmets worn on UK roads must meet one of the following:

• British Standard BS 6658:1985 and carry the BSI Kitemark.
• UNECE Regulation 22.05.
• a European Economic Area member standard offering at least the same safety and protection as BS 6658:1985, and carry a mark equivalent to the BSI Kitemark.

Are DOT approved helmets legal in UK?

This leads me to the conclusion that a D.O.T. approved helmet, which is sold similar to EU countries, is road legal in UK.

How do I know if my helmet is Snell approved?

First, look for a Snell certified full-face or open-face helmet. There should be a Snell sticker with a barcode inside every Snell certified helmet. When in doubt, check out the helmet name on the Snell certified helmets list.

What does R22 05 mean?

05 (also known as the ECE R22-05) standard is a basic European helmet standard. This is the other standard that a motorcycle helmet can display to be road legal for use in the UK. The ECE 22.05 testing is the equivalent of the DOT helmet testing in the USA and this approval covers both the helmet and the visor.

Are Nolan helmets DOT approved?

Safety. The Nolan N87 is both DOT and ECE 22.05 certified – and though it hasn’t yet been Snell tested, it has been SHARP tested where it scored four out of a maximum five stars.

Is ECE R22 05 road legal?

What makes a helmet street legal?

For a helmet to be street legal in the United States, it must have a DOT certification. The helmet is DOT approved if it has the DOT sticker on the back. On the back of the helmet there will be an area that says “DOT” as shown below. Make sure that you are buying from a reputable company.

What are the rules for wearing a motorcycle helmet in the UK?

You must wear a safety helmet that meets British safety standards when riding a motorcycle or moped on the road. All helmets worn on UK roads must meet one of the following: British Standard BS 6658:1985 and carry the BSI Kitemark UNECE Regulation 22.05

What are the safety standards for a helmet?

There are safety standards for most types of helmets. Bicycle and motorcycle helmets must comply with mandatory federal safety standards. Helmets for many other recreational activities are subject to voluntary safety standards. The standards for each type of helmet are shown in the table in this pamphlet.

What does DOT approved mean for helmets?

What does DOT Approved Mean? Do you know what DOT stands for? It is a section of the U.S Government’s National Traffic Safety Administration Agency. It stands for Department of Transportation. This certification is the basic minimum safety protocol a helmet should meet in order to be street legal. The most recent certification is the DOT FMVSS-218.

Are motorcycle helmets legal in the US?

Motorcycle helmets must obtain at least one safety certification to be legally sold in the US. Before importing motorcycle helmets, importers shall obtain either DOT or Snell approval. The US Department of Transportation (DOT) sets minimum standards for all motorcycling helmets sold in the US.