The 7 Best Motocross Helmets

This wiki has been updated 29 times since it was first published in April of 2018. Motocross challenges riders to overcome a number of obstacles, and a good, specialized helmet will ensure that they stay as safe and comfortable as possible as they do so. We've included models on our list suited for everyone from the casual rider to the competitive racer, ranked here by their protectiveness, comfort, and style, and all including MIPS for optimal safety. When users buy our independently chosen editorial picks, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

This wiki has been updated 29 times since it was first published in April of 2018. Motocross challenges riders to overcome a number of obstacles, and a good, specialized helmet will ensure that they stay as safe and comfortable as possible as they do so. We've included models on our list suited for everyone from the casual rider to the competitive racer, ranked here by their protectiveness, comfort, and style, and all including MIPS for optimal safety. When users buy our independently chosen editorial recommendations, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

1. Bell Moto 9 MIPS

The Bell Moto 9 MIPS (around $399) utilizes a proprietary silver lining in its interior, which creates a naturally antibacterial environment. This means that, even if you find yourself perspiring a lot on the course, your skin won't suffer for it.

21 styles available
Cheek pads pop out easily
Carbon composite shell

2. MSR Mav-3 Block

Special padding inside the MSR Mav-3 Block (around $249) is designed to wick away moisture and keep you cool, and to dry quickly afterwards, so bacteria won't have a chance to set up shop. An extra-large eye port allows for goggles designed to fit over prescription glasses.

Ece and dot certified
Nine intake and exhaust vents
Good airflow around the eyebrows

3. Suomy MX Jump

Like all of the company's models, the Suomy MX Jump (around $322) is handmade in Italy, with interchangeable internal pads that allow for a highly customizable fit. Its constructed using sound-absorbing fibers that make for a remarkably quiet ride.

Oversized cervical neck roll
Very lightweight design
Two-year warranty

4. LS2 Subverter Blackout

Part of the energy management system on the LS2 Subverter Blackout (around $219) includes a kinetic polymer alloy in the shell, allowing it to flex more than a traditional material might, which can absorb some of the shocks that would otherwise reach your brain.

Comes with a protective bag
Superb aerodynamics
Some colors may not feature mips

5. Bell MX-9

The Bell MX-9 (around $159) offers several of the company's most sought-after features at a budget-friendly price. These include an antimicrobial, microfiber liner that's removable for washing, as well as a lightweight, polycarbonate shell.

Dozens of styles to choose from
Adjustable visor
Fit is a bit tight

6. Troy Lee Designs SE4

The Troy Lee Designs SE4 (around $131) comes with an impeccably designed shell that features a silhouette of the Baja Peninsula along with other Mexican imagery. Its plastic visor screws ensure a clean breakaway in the event of a crash, which reduces torque on the head and neck.

Emergency release cheek pads
Six rear exhaust ports
Sizes tend to run large

7. Fly Racing Toxin 2020

You may notice that the chin and visor of the Fly Racing Toxin 2020 (appx. $169) don't protrude as much as on some other models. Some people will prefer this purely for aesthetic reasons, though it may help a bit with aerodynamics, as well.

Available in six colors
A little on the heavy side
Not terribly well-ventilated

Last updated by Daniel Imperiale

Daniel Imperiale holds a bachelor’s degree in writing, and proudly fled his graduate program in poetry to pursue a quiet life at a remote Alaskan fishery. After returning to the contiguous states, he took up a position as an editor and photographer of the prestigious geek culture magazine “Unwinnable” before turning his attention to the field of health and wellness. In recent years, he has worked extensively in film and music production, making him something of a know-it-all when it comes to camera equipment, musical instruments, recording devices, and other audio-visual hardware. Daniel’s recent obsessions include horology (making him a pro when it comes to all things timekeeping) and Uranium mining and enrichment (which hasn’t proven useful just yet).

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