Best carbon fiber motorcycle helmets, with listed weights

What the listing offers

• The listing gives a real weight, 1,383 g in medium, the lightest figure published in this guide.
• A Pinlock anti-fog insert and a second dark smoke shield come in the box, per the listing.
• Three shell sizes cover XS to 3XL, and the listing states a 5 year warranty.

Limits to know

• The listing does not say which ECE version the helmet meets, so check whether it is 22.05 or 22.06.
• It is a sport full face with no sun visor listed, which touring riders may miss.

What the listing offers

• The listing gives weights in grams for two size bands, so the carbon saving is easy to judge.
• Prewired for the Schuberth SC2 intercom, with a dual chin intake that uses an exchangeable filter.
• A micro-lock ratchet strap and a 5 year manufacturer warranty are both stated.

Limits to know

• At about $1,549 it is one of the two most expensive helmets here.
• The listing does not describe the shield, sun visor or Pinlock setup.

What the listing offers

• The sun visor is installed and the shield is Pinlock ready, a full touring setup out of the box.
• The listing states 5 intakes and 7 exhausts for front-to-back airflow.
• It is ready for SMART HJC 21B and 50B Bluetooth units, per the listing.

Limits to know

• The shell is described as Integrated Matrix EVO Carbon with no fiber breakdown or weight.
• At about $820 for this graphic, the Scorpion and HJC full face picks cost much less.

What the listing offers

• At about $324, it is the cheapest carbon fiber shell in this guide.
• The listing says it comes with a 2D dark smoke visor and the Pinlock lens.
• Interchangeable cheek pads across sizes and SMART HJC Bluetooth readiness are listed.

Limits to know

• No weight is published, so the carbon benefit cannot be compared in grams.
• This listing is size XX-Large only; other sizes may be priced differently.

What the listing offers

• Five shell sizes and six impact liner sizes are listed, more than any other helmet here.
• The ProTint photochromic shield darkens in bright sun, so one shield covers changing light.
• Magnetic cheek pads, a washable liner and a zip helmet bag are part of the stated package.

Limits to know

• No weight is listed, which matters at about $1,000.
• This listing states DOT only; Snell or ECE marks are not mentioned here.

What the listing offers

• The listing describes a carbon-aramid composite shell and calls it one of the lightest road full face helmets in its class.
• A 190 degree horizontal field of view is stated for the visor.
• The interior is listed as removable, washable and waterproof, with reflective inserts.

Limits to know

• This listing does not state DOT, ECE or any other certification, so confirm it on the box or AGV site.
• No weight in grams is given, which undercuts the lightweight claim.

What the listing offers

• FIM homologation is stated, which matters for riders entering races that require it.
• Four shell sizes and five-density EPS developed in four sizes are listed.
• The listing states DOT FMVSS 218 for legal road use in the United States.

Limits to know

• At roughly $1,590, it is the most expensive helmet in this guide and is built for the track first.
• The listing gives no weight and no shield or Pinlock details.

What the listing offers

• The only retro-styled carbon helmet here, for riders who want a vintage look.
• Three shell and EPS sizes are listed, which keeps the profile small on smaller heads.
• The carbon composite shell is described as low profile.

Limits to know

• This listing does not state a certification; check for DOT marking before buying.
• No weight, shield or Pinlock details are listed, so it is hard to compare with the sport picks.