The LS2 Stream II is genuinely the best entry-level helmet you can buy in Canada right now. At $209, you expect compromises. What you don't expect is an internal drop-down sun visor, a comfortable removable liner, and a fit that works right out of the box for most riders — particularly those with a rounder head shape.

LS2 is a brand that doesn't get enough credit. They're a large manufacturer with serious R&D behind them, and the Stream II punches well above its price category. This is a starter helmet that won't embarrass you and will keep you safe while you figure out what you actually want.

AGV is Valentino Rossi's brand. They make race helmets worn at the highest level of motorsport in the world. The K1-S is their entry point, and it shows you exactly what the brand DNA is about — aggressive sport styling, a streamlined silhouette, and a visor system clearly derived from their race lids.

At $309 it's hard to argue with. Polycarbonate construction keeps the cost down but the styling and brand pedigree make this a helmet you're proud to put on. If you're riding a sport or naked bike and want something that looks the part without spending $1,000, this is your lid.

The HJC i11 is brand new and it's already turning heads. HJC knows how to make a helmet that looks cool without overcharging for it, and the i11 delivers in an open-face format with a retro edge. At $229 it's an easy yes for riders who want style-forward gear on a budget.

HJC's quality consistency is excellent across their lineup and the i11 follows that pattern. If you're after a cool-looking open face that won't break the bank, this is worth serious consideration.

The HJC V10 is the helmet we recommend when someone wants that retro open-face look — the classic silhouette that works on a scrambler, café racer, or Harley — without paying Simpson prices or sacrificing quality.

Here's the thing about Simpson helmets: you're paying a significant premium for the brand. The HJC V10 gives you the same aesthetic, a fibreglass composite shell that's genuinely lightweight, and HJC's excellent fit system for hundreds less. It's not a compromise. It's the smarter buy. Extremely light on the head, easy to get in and out of, and accommodates a wide range of head shapes without hotspots.

This is the one. The Bell Bullitt GT is the helmet the MotoHut team wears. Not because we sell it — because it's genuinely the best-looking, best-built open face helmet at this price point, and we haven't found anything we'd rather put on our heads.

Bell has been making helmets since the 1950s. The Bullitt is their heritage icon and the GT updates it with ECE 22.06 certification, closable vents, and a premium interior. It has the aesthetic confidence of a helmet that costs twice as much. The styling works on everything from a BMW R nineT Scrambler to a Ducati Monster — it's the rare helmet that looks intentional whatever bike you're on.

Alpinestars has always been known for boots, suits, and gloves. Their helmet program has been building quietly and the SR-7 is the statement piece — a fibreglass full-face designed specifically for street and naked bike riding, with a clean upright silhouette that doesn't look out of place on a BMW, Triumph, or KTM.

Brand new for 2025, the SR-7 fills a gap in the market between budget lids and four-figure territory. Fibreglass construction keeps the weight down, the finish is excellent, and the overall aesthetic is premium without being flashy. If you're building a kit around a naked or street bike, this is one of the most coherent helmet choices available right now.

Schuberth is a German engineering company that makes helmets for Formula 1 drivers and police forces across Europe. The C5 is their flagship modular helmet and it is, without exaggeration, one of the quietest helmets you can buy at any price. If you ride a touring or adventure bike, or simply spend long days in the saddle, the noise reduction alone justifies the cost.

The modular design is executed better than almost anything else on the market. The chin bar locks solid in both open and closed positions, the internal sun visor deploys smoothly, and the aeroacoustic shell manages wind buffet better than helmets costing significantly more. Made in Germany. Built to last. Touring riders who try it rarely go back.

The Shoei X-15 is the best motorcycle helmet you can buy. That's not a marketing line — it's the consistent verdict of professional riders, track day regulars, and everyday sport riders who've worn it back to back against everything else in this class. Made in Japan, finished to a standard that has to be held in person to be appreciated.

What makes it exceptional is the range it covers. It is quiet enough for daily street riding — genuinely quiet, not "quiet for a sport helmet" quiet. And it is light and aerodynamically composed enough for track use at triple digit speeds. Most helmets do one well. The X-15 does both.

The visor mechanism is the best in the industry. The liner is removable and washable. Emergency release cheek pads allow first responders to remove the helmet safely. Every detail is considered. If you're going to buy one helmet and buy it right, this is it.