HJC Helmets

Moto Central's HJC motorcycle helmet range covers full-face road and sports models, flip-front and rotational touring helmets, open-face designs and off-road helmets. This collection contains helmets rather than model-specific visors and spare parts, allowing shell style, fit, features and graphics to be compared first.

HJC uses different shell materials and visor systems across its model families. Entry road helmets such as the C10 sit alongside fibreglass F-series designs, carbon options and the performance-focused RPHA range. Choose by the protection format and fit needed for your riding, then compare features within the relevant family.

Choose the right HJC helmet type

HJC full-face ranges

Full-face helmets use a fixed chin bar and are the starting point for many road riders. The C10 is an accessible polycarbonate model without an internal sun shield, while the C71 adds a separate drop-down shield. The F71 moves to an Advanced Fibreglass Composite shell and is also offered in carbon-fibre versions.

HJC's RPHA family sits on the performance side of the range, but individual models still have different purposes. A circuit-focused RPHA 1, road-sports RPHA 12 and sport-touring RPHA 72 should not be treated as interchangeable simply because they share the RPHA name. Compare visor, ventilation, retention, shell construction and intended use on the exact product page.

The V10 takes a retro-influenced approach while retaining a full-face structure. Styling can affect the shape and position of vents, visor mechanisms and trim, so choose accessories by the specific V10 code rather than by the broader HJC brand.

Flip-front and rotational HJC helmets

A conventional flip-front such as the C91N, i91 or RPHA 91 raises the chin bar above the forehead. Rotational models including i100 and F100 move the chin section farther over the crown, changing the helmet's balance and open configuration.

Do not assume that every opening helmet is approved for riding with the chin bar raised. Check the P/J or other approval marking and the instructions supplied with the exact helmet. Open and close the mechanism during fitting, confirm that it locks fully and make sure the control can be operated in gloves.

The F100 is available with Advanced Fibreglass Composite and carbon-fibre outer shells. Material affects the specification, but correct fit and stable balance matter more than selecting a construction from a product name alone. Compare the helmet closed and open before deciding.

Open-face and off-road choices

Open-face helmets such as the F31 and i31 provide a broad, unobstructed feel around the mouth and chin. Their extended outer visors help with wind and weather, but they do not create a protective chin bar. Riders should understand that difference before comparing colours or convenience features.

Retro-styled V31 helmets use a different visual and visor arrangement from the touring-focused F31 and i31. Check whether the exact product has a fitted external shield, an internal sun visor or provision for accessories rather than assuming every open-face HJC works in the same way.

The C50 is an off-road helmet with a peak and goggle opening. Goggles, peak adjustment, ventilation and secure fit should be checked together. It is not simply a road full-face helmet with the visor removed.

Finding the correct HJC size

Measure around the widest part of the head, usually just above the eyebrows and ears, then compare the result with the chart for the exact model. HJC sizing can vary between families and graphics may have different size availability, so use our motorcycle helmet sizing guide as a starting point rather than selecting by a previous helmet alone.

A new helmet should feel evenly firm around the crown and cheeks without a concentrated pressure point. Secure the retention system, then gently rotate and roll the shell. The lining should move the skin rather than sliding freely around the head, and the helmet should resist being rolled forwards off.

Try the helmet with the glasses, earplugs, balaclava or communication speakers normally used on the motorcycle. Glasses grooves and speaker pockets can create room, but frame shape and component thickness still affect fit. Never cut the comfort liner or protective EPS to create clearance.

Visors, sun shields and Pinlock inserts

HJC visor codes are model-specific. F71 uses HJ-38, F31 uses HJ-43 and the F100 uses size-dependent HJ-45 variants, while other families use different shields. Match the code and helmet model before ordering because similar-looking pivots and seals are not necessarily interchangeable.

A clear outer visor protects the face opening from wind, rain and road debris. An internal sun shield sits behind it and changes the light reaching the rider. A Pinlock insert mounts inside a prepared outer visor to help manage condensation. These are three separate components and should not be confused when comparing product descriptions.

Pinlock-ready means that a visor has the preparation for a compatible insert; it does not always mean an insert is included. Check the exact box contents and DKS reference for the helmet. For replacements, browse helmet spares and accessories.

Ventilation, interiors and communications

HJC uses front-to-back ACS ventilation across many ranges, but vent number, location and control design differ. Actual airflow changes with road speed, motorcycle screen, weather and head position. Check the controls in gloves and keep every intake and exhaust opening clear.

Many current HJC models have removable and washable crown and cheek pads. Follow the supplied removal sequence, clean gently with helmet-safe products and allow components to dry naturally. Avoid fuel, solvents, aggressive cleaners and direct heat around the shell, EPS, visor and comfort materials.

SMART HJC preparation is not universal, and different helmet generations accept different systems. Check the applicable-model list for 11B, 21B, 50B or other units before purchase. Communication systems are sold separately unless the individual product explicitly states otherwise.

Why buy an HJC helmet from Moto Central?

Moto Central brings HJC's road, touring, open-face and off-road models together with solid colours, graphics and shell-material choices. Our team can help narrow the range by riding type, assess crown and cheek fit, demonstrate retention and opening mechanisms, and identify the correct visor or Pinlock reference.

Compare full-face helmets, flip-front helmets and open-face helmets across other manufacturers, or return to all motorcycle helmets. Riders who want help in person can visit the Moto Central showroom in Leicestershire.

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