Retro & Vintage Style (DOT Certified)

An alternative helmet is called a novelty helmet, or a non-certified motorcycle helmet. These helmets are not necessarily made to protect an individual. While they do offer some minor protection and padding, they are shown to not pass safety tests completed by the National Highways Traffic Safety Administration. Most novelty helmets have much smaller impact attenuating liners which keep them from offering full, sufficient protection of the skull. Novelty helmets are typically used for that specific reason: novelty. They are often purchased due to their looks and not for their protection.