Helmet Reviews & Riding Gear Expertise
When you’re threading through Silverstone’s Maggotts-Becketts complex at triple-digit speeds, the last thing you want to question is whether your helmet can handle what happens if things go pear-shaped. That’s precisely where FIM racing helmets enter the conversation—these aren’t your average lids with a sporty paint scheme slapped on. The Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme homologation … Read more
Choosing between ACU Gold vs ACU Silver helmet certifications can feel like deciphering a foreign language, especially when you’re standing at the circuit gates with your heart racing and a marshal pointing at your lid. The difference between these two standards isn’t just technical jargon—it determines whether you’ll be waving from the paddock or actually … Read more
Choosing a proper off road helmet for motocross, enduro, or grass track riding isn’t just about slapping something on your head and hoping for the best. The ACU Silver off road helmets standard, whilst no longer formally issued, represented the minimum requirement for motocross, grass track, enduro, speedway, and all speed events held entirely off … Read more
Picture this: you’ve just invested in track day sessions, sorted your riding kit, and arrived at the circuit gates brimming with anticipation—only to be turned away because your helmet lacks that distinctive gold sticker. Frustrating, isn’t it? ACU Gold racing helmets aren’t just another marketing gimmick; they’re your passport to UK motorsport venues and represent … Read more
Picture this: you’re queuing at scrutineering for your first Silverstone track day, adrenaline pumping, only to be turned away because your helmet lacks that crucial gold sticker. Happened to my mate last summer at Brands Hatch, and trust me, the motorway drive home wasn’t exactly jubilant. ACU Gold helmets for track days aren’t just bureaucratic … Read more
Choosing the right motorcycle helmet isn’t just about style—it’s literally a matter of life and death. When you’re carving through British country lanes or commuting through stop-start London traffic, you need a lid that protects your noggin whilst keeping the sun’s glare at bay. That’s precisely where a SHARP 5 star helmet with sun visor … Read more
Picture this: you’re commuting through London traffic, visor fogging up, desperate for a breath of fresh air. You flip up your chin bar at the lights—instant relief. That’s the beauty of modular helmets. But here’s the thing most riders don’t realise: not all flip-up helmets offer equal protection when that chin bar’s down. SHARP tested … Read more
You’re standing in a motorcycle shop, helmet in each hand. One’s got four stars, the other five. Both look identical. Both feel comfortable. The five-star is £200 more expensive. Is it really worth it? Here’s what most riders don’t realise: SHARP tests helmets at 8.5 metres per second compared to the standard ECE requirement of … Read more
Your helmet is the single most important piece of kit between you and the tarmac. Whilst every motorcycle helmet sold in the UK must meet ECE certification standards, the SHARP (Safety Helmet Assessment and Rating Programme) testing scheme provides clear, impartial information about the relative safety of motorcycle helmets available to riders in the UK. … Read more
You’re about to make one of the most important purchases of your motorcycling life, and here’s the brilliant news: maximum safety doesn’t require maximum spending. Gone are the days when affordable 5 star SHARP helmets were merely aspirational. In 2026, the UK market offers genuine government-tested protection starting from under £100, democratising safety for every … Read more