The Arai XC is a Snell approved open face helmet with great construction, intermediate oval shape, excellent detailing, and a build that can be had at clearance prices. Arai has long been known for ...

It also has a comfortable interior that is somewhat different from other modern Shoei helmets. The solid-feeling shell is the Shoei AIM+ fiberglass and fiber composite and it meets the DOT standard ...

A couple of LS2 helmet models also meet Snell standards ... the helmet is certified for safety as both a full-face helmet (P) and an open-face helmet (J). However, the NHTSA declares that ...

It's a big decision. So, with motorcycle helmets and safety standards like DOT and Snell, what's the difference between the classifications? Should you even care? Snell motorcycle helmets meet and ...