Bike helmet

Is it mandatory to have a helmet on an electric bike?

To answer clearly and succinctly, wearing a bike helmet is not mandatory as of today (2021) for riding an electric bike or road bike for an adult. For a child under 12, however, bike helmets are mandatory. Whether as a passenger in a cargo bike or driver of a child's bike.

For more safety, we can only recommend that you wear a helmet when riding an electric bike in all circumstances! We have a wide selection in our online store and shop to advise you on the best helmet models with free delivery (shipping costs included) to combine safety and trendy look.

Even when being careful on the road, other vehicles you encounter may not be as cautious and a bike has no protection against impacts. It is strongly recommended to wear a bike helmet to ride safely on the road. Wearing a bike helmet will then prevent you from being seriously injured in case of collisions or falls.

What do the regulations say?

The regulations state that wearing a bike helmet is not mandatory, except for children under 12 years old, whether they are passengers or drivers. They must be particularly protected on a child's bike. In case of non-compliance with this rule for a child under 12, an adult risks a class 4 fine, i.e. 135 euros.

More and more cyclists wear bike helmets when they mount their bike. So join the movement and go out protected with our different models of bike helmets that we offer with free delivery (shipping costs included)!

What equipment is mandatory to ride an electric bike?

The reflective vest (which is offered in our safety pack for the purchase of a Weebike electric bike or scooter) is also mandatory when riding in low light conditions on a bike. If you don't yet have a vest for night riding, hurry to our online store with free delivery to comply with the law.

So be sure to equip yourself well if you have to ride at night, or even in low visibility conditions. By equipping yourself properly for a night ride, you are better protected on an electric bike.

Included with the purchase of a new bike, the bell is mandatory, as well as having a white front light and a red rear light. These elements can sometimes be missing on older bikes. So remember to equip yourself to avoid a fine. There is a wide choice of lighting for bikes in our shop that can maximize your visibility on the road.

What are the different types of bike helmets?

Several types of helmets electric bike adult helmets are available in our store.

But how to choose a bike helmet among all our models? 

As with any equipment, the choice of bike helmet depends on your own needs. Some road bike helmets are better suited to speed, others to night trips with integrated LED lighting, to riding in off-road, or simply for urban cyclists wanting a practical and lightweight model.

It is important that the helmet you choose fits you so that you don't leave it aside during your electric bike rides.

What price should you pay for a good bike helmet? 

The price of a good bike helmet depends on several criteria, such as the quality of materials, safety, and features. Generally, for a quality helmet, you should expect to pay between €30 and €100. Entry-level helmets, often around €30 to €50, offer basic protection with lightweight materials and adequate ventilation. They are ideal for urban trips or occasional rides.

Mid-range helmets, around €50 to €80, incorporate advanced technologies such as improved ventilation systems, reinforced shells, and sometimes visors. This type of helmet is suitable for regular cyclists looking for comfort and safety.

High-end models, over 100€, are generally lighter, better ventilated, and offer additional safety systems like MIPS protection. They are recommended for professional cyclists or those who engage in intense activities.

Make sure to choose your helmet well according to your needs to guarantee both comfort and safety.

How to choose the size of your bike helmet?

A helmet that is too large and not the right size for your head circumference does not protect effectively in case of a traffic accident. That is why it is important to choose a bike helmet adapted to the morphology of your skull.

To know the head circumference and get the right size road bike helmet or any other type of bike helmet, a measuring tape can do the job to simply take the measurements of the head circumference. If you don't have one available, a simple string placed around the head can replace it. Then just lay the string flat on a measuring ruler.

Depending on the different helmet brands, it is necessary to take measurements properly of your head circumference to buy a perfectly fitting model.

The head circumference or average skull circumference of an adult is between 50 cm and 60 centimeters. With this information, you can choose the brands of road bike helmets best suited for you. To be effectively protected, there must be no space between the shell of a helmet and your skull.

Also remember to replace your helmet after a significant impact. A helmet that has already suffered an impact is very likely to have reduced protective properties. So never opt for a second-hand helmet without knowing its history. Instead, choose our new road bike helmets with shipping fees offered at Weebot!

Once the size selection is made, it is crucial to wear your road bike helmet properly. For this, the helmet must be installed horizontally in order to cover the forehead as well as the back of the head. Then you need to fasten the strap enough so that it stays well in place without going over the chin, nor being too tight so that you can turn the head properly.

The new trend for the electric bike is pushing helmet manufacturers to innovate and offer models combining style and safety. The bike helmet is also a fashion accessory revealing your personality.

The Trend of the Vintage Look Bike Helmet

Vintage look bike helmets are very popular right now on the road. Particularly light, with many colors available, they perfectly reflect a trendy and modern image on a bike.

The Californian brand of Thousand Helmet is particularly well known in this range, with many colors stylishly matching the outfits of urban cyclists. Whether in pastel color, metallic look, matte color or even with pattern, the Thousand bike helmets are among the most popular models with cyclists.

What are the best helmet brands for bikes?

• The electric bike helmets ABUS, for their excellent value for money
• The electric bike helmets THOUSAND, to combine vintage style and protection
• The electric bike helmets KASK, for their protective visor
• The electric bike helmets BERN, for a trendy urban look

The Foldable Bike Helmet to facilitate its storage

Once folded, this bike helmet can divide its volume by 3! Convenient to be able to store your foldable bike helmet in a bag. These are very interesting helmets for cyclists wishing to easily keep the helmet on them.

But if the volume is thus divided, the safety is not any less effective. On the contrary, whether it is the French brand Overade and its plixi fit or even closca and its flagship model the fuga, these strictly comply with the NF EN 1078 standard to protect your head in case of a fall.

The Connected Bike Helmet to talk with several people

Very well known among professional and semi-professional cyclists, the livall helmet brand offers the possibility on its connected electric bike helmets to communicate with several people using a walkie-talkie function.

Equipped with Bluetooth and a microphone on these road helmets, you can both listen to your music and communicate with your cycling friends. A high-quality road electric bike helmet with a streamlined shape. It effectively protects in case of an accident and has all the necessary equipment for cyclists covering long distances.

Electric Bike Helmets with Visor to protect your eyes

Both lightweight and comfortable, these electric bike helmets with visors are effective at protecting your eyes from wind and flying insects. When riding at high speed, it is not uncommon for the wind to be bothersome for people sensitive around the eyes.

That is why we advise you, if this applies to you, to invest in purchasing an electric bike helmet with a visor.

The kask electric bike helmet brand offers a model with a mirrored visor that effectively protects your eyes. This visor is even retractable for relaxed riding and also offers a tinted glass visor to additionally protect from the sun for the most sensitive eyes.

The Electric Bike Helmet with LED for better visibility on the road

For people who regularly commute by electric bike, we recommend electric bike helmets with LED, like the abus hyban or bern hudson mips (with removable LED). These are inexpensive electric bike helmets that allow you to optimize visibility to other road users, especially when visibility is somewhat limited in winter.

Indeed, at this time of year, the sun rises relatively late and sets early. Thus, when you are on your way to work or returning home in the evening, having maximum visibility on the road is not superfluous.

The Mountain Bike Helmet for athletes

On the sports side, we find the Kali Zoka mountain bike helmets that provide the best protection in case of a fall. They come in a multitude of colors highly appreciated by off-road enthusiasts.

They are particularly lightweight despite their larger size compared to an urban helmet. With its aerodynamic polycarbonate shell, the Kali Zoka mountain bike helmet is suitable for all riders practicing electric mountain biking or BMX.

The Vegan Leather Bike Helmet

In a style as modern as it is elegant, the electric bike helmets Halo Cream are made of vegan leather for the most environmentally conscious. Their very modern urban look matches the latest trends to have a unique style!

Halo helmets offer high-end finish and a neo-retro effect. With perfect ventilation on the skull as well as a flying insect net, they allow you to keep an impeccable style when you arrive at your destination.

What equipment is mandatory to ride an electric bike?

The reflective vest (which is offered in our safety pack for the purchase of a Weebike electric bike or scooter) is also mandatory when riding in low light conditions on an electric bike. If you don't have a vest for night yet, hurry to our online store with free delivery to comply with the law.

So be sure to equip yourself well if you have to ride at night, or even in low visibility conditions. By equipping yourself properly for a night ride, you are better protected on an electric bike.

Included with the purchase of a new bike, the bell is mandatory, as well as having a white front light and a red rear light. These elements can sometimes be missing on older bikes. So remember to equip yourself to avoid a fine. There is a wide choice of lighting for bikes in our shop that can maximize your visibility on the road.

What are the different helmet standards?

First of all, when you invest in a road bike helmet, it is essential that it complies with the European standards to protect you perfectly. The protection of your head is ensured both by the shell and by the strap that keeps the helmet securely in place in case of a fall. Here are the different standards to check before any purchase of an electric bike helmet:

• For bike helmets: NF EN 1078
• For snowboard helmets: NF EN 1077