The Best Open Face Helmets
In our top 5 open face helmets of 2026, you will find models with very different characters. Ranging from compact city helmets to luxury touring options, we show where each model stands out and what to look for before choosing an open face helmet.
Review of the best open face helmets of 2026
Our top 5 open face helmets of 2026
The Nolan N20 2 Visor is a compact open face helmet with a distinctive retro look. Thanks to its larger visor, it is more practical than the N20 2 with a smaller visor or a classic open helmet without a screen. With 20 different designs to choose from, there is plenty of variety in the range.
The Scorpion Belfast EVO Carbon combines a classic look with a lightweight carbon shell. That makes it an appealing open face helmet for riders who care about style but also want comfort. This model feels especially at home on summer rides and relaxed cruising.
The Arai SZ R EVO is the most serious open face helmet in this selection and also the most expensive model in the list. It already appeared in our 2025 top 5 and mainly appeals to riders who want the open feel of a jet helmet with Arai’s well known approach to helmet design.
The Shoei J.O2 shows that a retro open face helmet does not have to feel outdated. It has a compact shape, a clean finish and a look that suits naked bikes, classics and café racers. In the video, you will see why Shoei finds a strong balance between style and everyday use with this model.
The Schuberth J2 appears in our top 5 for the second year in a row and is the most touring focused open face helmet in this selection. The large visor, the focus on calmness inside the helmet and the removable chin bar make it different from the more classic open face helmets in this list. That makes it especially interesting for riders who want to ride open but still expect comfort on longer trips.
What is the best open face helmet for my situation?
The best open face helmet for you depends strongly on how you ride. If you mainly use the helmet in the city, convenience often matters most. If you ride longer distances, wind protection and noise levels become more important. So do not just look at the design, but also at the fit and the kind of riding you need the helmet for.
An open face helmet gives you more connection with your surroundings than a closed helmet. You have a wide field of view, feel more airflow and can quickly get on the road for shorter rides. That makes this type of helmet popular among city scooter riders and motorcyclists who enjoy relaxed cruising. Keep in mind that an open face helmet does not protect your chin in the same way as a full face helmet.
Best open face helmets of 2025
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Our complete range of open face helmets
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