Women's motorcycle helmets built for real riders. Shark Leathers stocks full face, modular, open face and adventure styles from AGV, Airoh, Bell, LS2, Nitro, RXT, Shot and more. Every helmet here carries current Australian road-legal safety certification, so you can focus on finding the right fit and style.
LS2 FF353 Rapid II - Gloss Black 06
AIROH CONNOR 'ACHIEVE' PINK MATT
Simpson Speed Bandit - Matt Black
Simpson Ghost Bandit - Matte Black
NITRO MX502 RETRO MX SATIN GRAPHITE L
LS2 MX708 Fast II - Matte Black 06
LS2 FF800 Storm II Power - Matte Black / Rainbow 06
LS2 FF808 Stream II Angry Monkey Helmet - Matte Black / Red 06
NITRO N670 FULL FACE SATIN BLK XL
NITRO NZ302 COMMANDO MATT BLACK
Choosing the right women's motorcycle helmet
Helmet fit is the single most important safety variable. Women's head shapes typically run narrower front-to-back with a more oval profile. A correctly fitted helmet should sit level on the head, contact the crown evenly, allow no more than two fingers between the chin strap and jaw, and resist rotation under a firm forward push.
Certification and armour standards
Every helmet sold in Australia for road use must carry ECE 22.06, ECE 22.05 or AS/NZS 1698 homologation. ECE 22.06 tests impact attenuation across 11 points versus 5 under ECE 22.05. DOT FMVSS 218 does not meet Australian requirements. Helmets with integrated chin-bar armour should carry CE Level 1 or CE Level 2 impact ratings. CE Level 2 armour absorbs at least 50% more transmitted force than CE Level 1 under EN 17092 testing protocols.
Shell materials compared
| Material | Typical weight | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Carbon fibre composite | 1,100 - 1,350 g | Sport, touring |
| Fibreglass composite | 1,300 - 1,600 g | Road, adventure |
| Polycarbonate | 1,500 - 1,800 g | Commuting |
| Thermoplastic alloy | 1,400 - 1,700 g | Adventure, touring |
Style and sizing guide
Full face helmets are the recommended choice for speeds above 60 km/h. Modular helmets retain full coverage when closed. Open face helmets leave the face exposed. Visor optical class 1 allows less than 0.12 dioptre distortion. Sizing runs XS (53-54 cm), S (55-56 cm), M (57-58 cm), L (59-60 cm), XL (61-62 cm) and XXL (63-64 cm). Measure 2.5 cm above the eyebrows around the widest occipital point, then cross-reference the brand-specific size chart.
Frequently asked questions
Do women need a different helmet to men?
Not structurally, but head shape matters. Many women have a narrower front-to-back profile. Some brands offer shells specifically shaped for intermediate oval geometry. The priority is fit: a helmet that rocks, gaps at the crown, or compresses unevenly is the wrong size regardless of the gender label.
What certification should a helmet have to be road legal in Australia?
Australian road law requires helmets to carry AS/NZS 1698 or ECE 22.05 or ECE 22.06 certification. ECE 22.06 is the current standard and the most stringent. DOT-only helmets do not meet Australian requirements. Always check the physical label inside the helmet before purchase.
How long does a motorcycle helmet last?
Most manufacturers recommend replacing a helmet every 5 years from date of first use, and immediately after any impact, even a drop from handlebar height. EPS foam compresses on impact and does not fully recover, reducing protection on a second impact. Heat, UV exposure and sweat degrade the liner over time regardless of visible condition.