UTV Helmets

UTVs have quickly become some of the most popular powersport vehicles on the market, and it’s easy to see why. They’re quick, agile, and they can go just about anywhere. But if you’re going to drive a UTV, it’s important to take safety seriously, and there’s no more important piece of safety equipment than a helmet.

Finding the perfect UTV helmet can take some time because it’s necessary to take things like fit, crash test rating, and design into account. We here at America’s Motorsports Nashville created this brief guide to make the process a little bit easier. Read on to learn about what helmets work best for UTV riding. If you’re in need of a new helmet, don’t hesitate to stop by our dealership and showroom in Nashville, Tennessee. We serve the areas of Franklin, Murfreesboro, Winchester, Huntsville, and Tim’s Ford, and we’d be happy to show you a few options.

Why UTVs Require Helmets

Most UTVs have a collection of safety features such as roll cages and seatbelts that are designed to protect the rider. But these safety features often have gaps in their protective abilities, and if you want to stay protected, you’ll need a helmet. While a seatbelt may help to protect you in a crash, without an airbag, you won’t be as safe as you’d be in a car. A helmet protects your head from hitting the frame or dash in your UTV. It also will protect your head from rocks, branches, and other debris that can get kicked into the cab while you drive. Plus, if you are somehow thrown from the UTV, a helmet will be the only thing protecting you from damage. For riders old and young alike, a UTV helmet is a worthwhile and necessary investment.

Styles of Helmet

You might not find many models if you only search for UTV helmets. Luckily, helmets designed for ATVs and dirt bikes will work just fine. This type of helmet is designed to be lightweight and breathable while also providing excellent protection during violent crashes. Most models are designed to accommodate goggles, but some also can be used with face masks instead.

The crucial design element you’ll want to make sure your helmet has is a chin bar. Direct trauma to the chin can easily result in a concussion or brain damage, and a chin bar helps to reduce the possibility.

Fit & Ride Use

A helmet won’t protect you properly if it doesn’t fit your head correctly. Make sure you try on multiple helmets to find one that fits your specific head shape. Human heads tend to be ovular in shape, with some ranging closer towards an almond shape while others are more circular. If you’re going to order helmets from the internet, try to first get a good idea of your relative head shape and look to see whether the helmet is designed to fit your head.

In addition to fitting correctly, your helmet should perform well when you ride. To put it in another way, it shouldn’t slide around or limit your vision, and it shouldn’t feel so claustrophobic that it limits your breathing. It should be somewhat tight, but not so much so that it becomes a distraction. The only way you’ll really figure out if a helmet is right for you is if you take it for a spin.

Finding the right UTV helmet is a necessary step for anyone who wants to stay safe while they ride. Here at America’s Motorsports, we take safety seriously, and that’s why we offer UTV helmets of different shapes and designs. Stop by our Nashville, Tennessee dealership and showroom to take a look for yourself. We proudly serve the areas of Franklin, Murfreesboro, Winchester, Huntsville, and Tim’s Ford, Tennessee.