Spyder helmets are designed, manufactured and tested to meet the highest safety standards. These performance tests drive us to continuously improve on helmet design and features to live up not only to safety standards but exceed our consumers’ expectations as well.

Safety Standards:

The DOT standard is a mandatory U.S government standard that all motorcycle helmets must meet to be legal for sale and use on public roads and highways. The ECE 22.05 is required by over 50 countries worldwide. Helmets certified by the ECE 22.05 standard are approved for competition by AMA, CCS, FIM, Formula-USA, and WERA. ECE helmets are also chosen by nearly every professional motorcycle racer competing in world championship road racing, motocross and off road events, including the ultimate sport of Moto GP.

The Development and Testing Process:

Preparing new helmet models for DOT FMVSS-218 or ECE 22.05 begins at the design stage. Using the latest available equipment and computer tools in the factory's test facilities, prototype designs are repeatedly tested and refined until we are satisfied that they will meet or exceed the safety requirements for those markets where the particular model will be sold. Only after a helmet has passed both our internal tests and those implemented by our independent evaluators, will a new model be released for full production. This testing and re-evaluation process ensures that we are providing consumers with a safe product.

Spyder helmets surpass either the:

DOT

FMVSS 218

ECE Standard

(Economic Community of Europe)

When to replace your helmet:

Although your helmet is constructed with the best materials available to offer a long-lasting product, it will eventually need to be replaced. Immediately replace your helmet if:

• It has suffered an impact. Your helmet is only designed for ONE impact. An impact may fracture the outer shell or compress the impact absorbing liner. You may not be able to detect this damage. Any impact in a crash or a drop from as low as 4 feet is enough to damage your helmet.
• The shell, lining, or retention system is damaged. The helmet shell, the impact absorbing lining, and the retention system must be in good condition to provide you with the most protection. Even if your helmet has not been damaged, it needs to be replaced every 3 to 5 years depending on how much you use it. Over time, UV rays and adhesive and component aging will damage your helmet. Wearing a damaged helmet may increase your risk of serious injury or death in an accident.

Reducing the Risk

• Always wear eye protection – If you are not using a helmet with a face shield, always wear eye protection when riding. Always lock your face shield in place when you are riding.
• Always be alert for sounds – Your helmet may impair your hearing. However, your helmet is not a form of hearing protection. • Always store your helmet in its helmet bag when not in use to help reduce accidental surface damage.