While we’d always recommend investing as much as you can in motorcycle protection, there are a number of good reasons for picking up a more affordable lid like the new Duchinni D977 helmet.
You might be on a tight budget, or need a backup crash helmet for winter commuting on a smaller capacity bike or scooter. It’s also handy for occasional pillions, and we’ve even known people who rely solely on motorcycling for their transport to nominate a ‘haircut helmet’ so they don’t end up itching for a week after having their monthly trim. And starting at £69.99, the Duchinni D977 is certainly affordable.
At this price point, you’ll get an ECE 22.05 certified full-face helmet with an ABS/fibre composite shell and a subtle rear spoiler design. And you do get an anti-scratch Pinlock-ready visor, with a Pinlock included as standard, which is a nice touch if you’re using the Duchinni for winter riding and commuting.
There are vents on the crown and chin bar, with exhausts at the rear, and a completely removable and washable textile lining, along with a chin curtain to keep wind noise down.
The chin strap is secured by a seatbelt-style quick-release buckle, which is typical of most sub-£100 helmets. Obviously features like the buckle and vents might not match those of products costing five times as much, but they should do the job for biking on a budget. Especially if you just need a stopgap until payday.
You can pick up the new Duchinni D977 helmet in sizes XS-2XL for £69.99 in plain white, or XS-XL in plain black. The graphics version is £79.99 and comes in XS-XL in Black and Gun Metal, or XS-XL in Black and Red.
Choose from a range of Duchinni stockists, which actually includes Halfords. Looking for the latest motorcycle helmets? Check out our latest helmet coverage, here. Or all the products in the Duchinni range we’ve featured, here.
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