United Kingdom (UK) Motorcycle Helmet Market Overview, 2028

In the UK, when the British Army began to use helmets to protect their soldiers during motorcycle training exercises. These helmets were made of leather and were not designed specifically for motorcycle use. Later on, the first motorcycle helmets designed for civilian use were introduced in the UK. These early helmets were made of fibreglass and were relatively heavy and uncomfortable. However, they were still a significant improvement over earlier designs, and they helped establish the idea of using helmets for motorcycle safety. Over the years, the UK motorcycle helmet market has grown and evolved, with a range of different styles and designs being introduced to meet the needs of different types of riders. The market includes a variety of helmet types, including full-face helmets, open-face helmets, and modular helmets. The UK motorcycle helmet market is dominated by several major manufacturers, including Shoei, Arai, AGV, HJC, and Shark Helmets, among others. These companies produce high-quality helmets that are designed to meet British and European safety standards, as well as the needs and preferences of riders. In recent years, the UK motorcycle helmet market has also seen an increase in the use of advanced materials and technologies, such as carbon fibre and Bluetooth communication systems, to improve the safety and functionality of helmets. Overall, the history of the motorcycle helmet in the UK reflects a growing awareness of the importance of motorcycle safety and a commitment to improving the protection of riders through the use of high-quality helmets that meet rigorous safety standards. According to the research report, "United Kingdom Motorcycle Helmet Market Overview, 2028," published by Bonafide Research, the United Kingdom Motorcycle Helmet Market is projected to add USD 67.43 million from 2023 to 2028. The UK motorcycle helmet is segmented into a smart and non-smart helmet. Currently, the non-smart helmet has the largest market share in the UK market. The smart helmet is predicted to gain the largest market share of the motorcycle helmet market in the UK throughout the projection period. The smart helmet has many features, such as an integrated thermoelectric cooler, Bluetooth-enabled headphones, an emergency switch in case of emergency situations, and an ignition control system, which makes the rider feel comfortable, safe, and able to receive calls at any time while riding. Currently, the non-smart motorcycle helmet market is growing. Because of its lightweight design, it covers the full face and head. Also, because the non-smart helmet is cheaper than the smart helmet, many people prefer it.

In the UK, based on the helmet type, the market includes the full-face helmet, the half-face helmet, off-road riding, and racing. During the projected period, the full-face helmet in the UK will dominate the market. Because it has several advantages, like the fact that helmets provide the most comprehensive protection for riders, covering the entire head and face, they are particularly popular among sports bike riders and are often designed with aerodynamics and ventilation in mind. The ridders are more likely to wear helmets than the passengers. The rider segment is the most important market for helmets in the UK for several reasons. Motorcycle riding is a recreational activity as well as a mode of transportation in the UK, with thousands of riders hitting the road each year. As a result, there is a significant market for motorcycle helmets, with many riders looking for high-quality, long-lasting helmets that will keep them safe in the event of an accident. There are several government rules, regulations, and initiatives for the motorcycle helmet in the UK. The Motor Cycles (Protective Helmets) Regulations 1998 and subsequent amendments require all motorcycle helmets sold in the UK to meet safety standards set by the European Economic Community (EEC) or the British Standards Institution (BSI). These standards specify minimum safety requirements for helmets, such as impact resistance and retention system effectiveness. All motorcycle helmets sold in the UK must be certified by the appropriate safety standard organisation and display a certification mark indicating that they meet the relevant safety standards. The Motor Cycles (Wearing of Helmets) Regulations 1973 made it mandatory for all motorcycle riders and passengers to wear helmets that meet British Standards (BS) or European Safety Standards (ESS) while riding on public roads. Failure to comply can result in fines and penalty points on the rider's licence. The government also invests in research and education initiatives aimed at promoting helmet safety and reducing the risk of head injuries in motorcycle accidents. The distribution channel, such as online and offline, determines the UK motorcycle helmet market. Currently, the offline market is dominating in the UK for motorcycle helmets. There are many local manufacturers that offer motorcycle helmets, including Arai, Shark, AGV, Bell, and HJC, which all offer great helmets of high quality.

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Manmayi Raval

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Considered in this report • Geography: UK • Historic year: 2017 • Base year: 2022 • Estimated year: 2023 • Forecast year: 2028 Aspects covered in this report • UK Helmet market with its value and forecast along with its segments • Various drivers and challenges • On-going trends and developments • Top profiled companies • Strategic recommendation By Product Type: • Full Face • Half Face • Off Road/ Racing

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By Distribution Channel: • Offline • Online By End User: • Rider • Passenger The approach of the report: This report consists of a combined approach of primary as well as secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and listing out the companies that are present in the market. The secondary research consists of third-party sources such as press releases, annual report of companies, analysing the government generated reports and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources primary research was conducted by making telephonic interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducted trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this we have started doing primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting consumers in regional aspects, tier aspects, age group, and gender. Once we have primary data with us we have started verifying the details obtained from secondary sources. Intended audience: This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations & organizations related to Motorcycle Helmet industry, government bodies and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing & presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.