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In this post we are going to compare six helmets that are an excellent option if you are a user of a naked motorcycle. What do we look for in a helmet if our motorcycle is of this type? Well basically two things: good acoustic insulation and comfortability.

¡If you own a naked motorcycle, this is for you. We’ll explain which are the 6 best helmets for naked motorcycles, offering good acoustic insulation and, above all, comfort. There are several options, all made from fibre, either glass or carbon, the two materials with the best impact resistance.

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Here is our selection:

• 130R Kashima Carbon
• Shark Spartan RS Carbon 1.3
• AGV K-6
• Shoei NXR 2
• HJC RPHA 12
• Shoei GT-Air 3

Quiet Helmets for Naked Motorcycles: How to Choose?

Indeed, having a naked motorcycle means we don’t have protection against the wind or the elements. So choosing the right helmet is crucial because we need it to be as quiet as possible and to meet specific characteristics.

Good acoustic insulation depends on the aerodynamics of the outer shell, the type of helmet (a modular motorcycle helmet, due to its characteristics, will always be a bit noisier), and an optimized ventilation system designed to reduce noise. The key is to find a balance between ventilation and noise reduction. Some helmets also add features specifically to improve acoustic insulation.

It’s also important to know that if you’re looking for a quiet helmet, you should avoid competition sports helmets, as they are designed to allow a large airflow through their vents and are intended to offer high performance on tracks or roads, making them slightly noisier than those we present below.

130R Kashima Carbon Helmet, a Sport-Touring Carbon Helmet

We’ll start with a sport-touring carbon fibre helmet from our own brand, the new 130R Kashima Carbon helmet This helmet is designed to be comfortable, lightweight, and very versatile. It features a sun visor, double buckle closure, and a large screen. You can also install a motorcycle intercom, and it offers great value for money. We’ve aimed to provide a carbon motorcycle helmet at the best price.

Strong Points:
– Comfort
– Price
– Versatility

Shark Spartan RS Carbon 1.3, a Comfortable Sport-Touring Helmet

We move to the sport-touring segment with the Shark Spartan RS Carbon 1.3 helmet, made of carbon fibre. This helmet is extremely comfortable and has perfect features for motorcycle tours and trips. A common feature of Shark’s Spartan helmets is the cosy interiors, and they are also designed for wearing prescription glasses.

Other features: sun visor, double buckle closure, intercom pre-installation.

Strong Points:
– Comfort
– Insulation
– Material

Shoei NXR 2 Helmet, One of the Best Helmets

The Shoei NXR 2 helmet is a must on this list, being one of the best motorcycle helmets you can buy in terms of material quality and comfort. Additionally, it has many features focused on insulation. The sides of the screen have small deflectors to reduce possible whistling. Similarly, the lower padding has been designed for this purpose. This is why we included it in this ranking of the best-naked motorcycle helmets.

It is also highly versatile: suitable for track, road trips, or daily use. This helmet is available in a wide variety of graphics.

Strong Points:
– Quality of materials
– Versatility
– Double buckle closure

AGV K-6 Helmet, a Sporty Helmet with Good Insulation

Another perfect helmet for a naked motorcycle is the AGV K-6 S, a sport-touring helmet with a sporty character. The important thing about this helmet is that the upper and cheek pad cushions are made of soft fabric to offer stability at high speeds.

Other features include a large field of view (very sporty), great external aerodynamics, double buckle closure, and intercom pre-installation from the brand. This helmet does not have a sun visor, a detail that highlights its sporty nature. It is available in many different graphics and colours.

Strong Points:
– Sportiness
– Large screen
– Double buckle closure

HJC RPHA 12 Helmet, a Sporty Motorcycle Helmet for Everyday Use

The HJC RPHA 12 helmet is a must on this list. It’s a sporty motorcycle helmet designed for daily use. Despite being a racing helmet, it has very good insulation thanks to the profile of its air intake. Its interiors are well-crafted and very comfortable and allow for the use of prescription glasses and the installation of a motorcycle intercom.

It is an ideal racing helmet for daily use, with a double buckle closure, available in many colour combinations and spectacular graphics, including those from the Marvel Universe, among others.

Strong Points:
– Sportiness
– Versatility
– Double buckle closure

Shoei GT-Air 3 Helmet, the Best Sport-Touring Helmet

Finally, we couldn’t forget the Shoei GT-Air 3 helmet, the quintessential sport-touring motorcycle helmet. It is one of the best motorcycle helmets you can buy and offers excellent insulation. Among its many features focused on insulation are the ear area paddings that can be removed if desired.

It has a sun visor, micrometric closure, a large screen, quality materials, and perfect integration for a motorcycle intercom. This helmet is perfect for long motorcycle trips and daily use.

If you’re looking for a more affordable option, the HJC RPHA 71 is another very valid choice to consider.

Strong Points:
– Quality of materials
– Comfort
– Intercom integration

Best Helmets for Naked Motorcycles: Which is Better?

As you can see, there are some ideal options for a naked motorcycle. They should be full-face helmets that provide good internal insulation and, ideally, be lightweight.

As a final tip: in this case, we do not recommend modular motorcycle helmets as they usually do not offer as much insulation as a full-face helmet due to their characteristics.