Buying a two-wheeler that you love and adore is a significant milestone in your life. A two-wheeler can be very useful in India, where roads tend to get crowded and clogged with traffic. But a bike can also be a bit risky in the case of accidents. This is why it is important to ensure that you protect yourself with two things –insurance for 2 wheeler and a smart yet sturdy helmet. Buying a good helmet is a step towards ensuring safety, but this step is incomplete if you do not back it up with a good bike insurance policy. So make sure to purchase an insurance plan from Tata AIG for your bike that offers adequate coverage and features to cover the expenses of damage or loss. If you already have an insurance plan with us, make sure it is active. These days you can comfortably complete the process of bike insurance renewal online from the Tata AIG website. It only takes a few minutes, and you enjoy instant uninterrupted financial protection without any issues. Remember, prevention is always better than cure and being well-prepared comes in handy in more ways than you can imagine!

Here are the top 10 helmet brands in India:

• Steelbird

The Steelbird Group of Industries is a well-known name in the helmet industry. Steelbird helmets are one of the best helmet brands in India, with certifications like ISI, SNELL, DOT, ECE, TCVN, etc. Steelbird offers a wide variety of styles and types, including full-face helmets, open face and flip up helmets, flip off helmets, and more. The average price falls between ₹1400 to ₹3000. You can also get customised helmets from the brand with features like anti-fog, anti-scratch, and the like. If you are looking for some additional bike accessories, the company manufactures gloves and jackets, too.

• Royal Enfield

ISI, ECE, and DOT certified Royal Enfield helmets are available in half and full-face designs. Starting from ₹1750, the price range goes up to ₹4800. You can pair it up with your Royal Enfield bike or just buy the helmet alone. Either way, you can expect great style and a strong build from the brand. The helmets provide good ventilation, adjustable nylon chin strips for better comfort, and a high-impact grade thermoplastic shell. The inner fabric is anti-microbial and soft. Royal Enfield also offers other bike accessories like gloves, helmet visors, bags, caps, and more. It is one of the best Indian helmet brands.

• Vega

Vega Auto Accessories Pvt. Ltd is another one of the most well-known helmet companies in India. Vega has a myriad of products to its credit, including Aster, Cruiser, Atom, Verve, Edge, and several more. The helmet brand specialises in helmets for both men and women. The price range can be relatively more affordable, starting at ₹800 and going up to ₹2500. Vega helmets have certifications like ISI, ECE, and DOT. In addition, you can pick styles like a full-face helmet, an open face helmet, etc.

• Sol

Sol is an American brand that offers some of the best helmets you can find in the Indian market. The brand is also known as G-Max. The helmets are certified with DOT and CNS and are sturdy and stylish at the same time. In addition, Sol helmets have a dual exhaust venting system for better ventilation and comfort during long rides in hot climates.

You can select from numerous designs like full face, modular, dual-sport, open face, etc. However, the price range is high, starting from ₹6000. If you are willing to spend more money, Sol helmets can offer you some great design options, colours, and styles suitable for all ages, genders, and likes.

• SMK

Another one of the top helmet brands in India, SMK helmets, are slightly on the higher price end, but they exude style and quality like no other. Starting from ₹3800 approximately, SMK helmets go up to ₹10,000. You can pick different types like full face, flip-up, etc. Each helmet is designed in Italy and manufactured in Faridabad. The helmets offer attractive features like in-built sun shades, air vents, and more. Some of the most popular SMK helmets include Glide, Hybrid Evo, Phoenix, Stellar, Gullwing, etc. All of these and others are DOT and ECE certified.

• Wrangler

Wrangler is a multi-purpose brand and manufacturer of clothes, bags, and of course, helmets. Wrangler helmets are ISI certified and available in many styles like full face, half face, flip-up, etc. Wrangler also makes bulletproof helmets, riding helmets, and others. The company offers an affordable price range starting from ₹1000 only. Wrangler helmets are the perfect combination of style and practicality folded in one product.

• LS2

LS2 has been a stellar player and one of the best helmet brands in India for over 25 years now. LS2 uses materials like carbon fibre, polycarbonate, etc., to ensure a robust outer shell. These helmets are ideal for highway driving as they can provide protection from collisions. The price range starts from ₹4600 and can go up to ₹10,000. All LS2 helmets are certified with ECE 22.05[1]. However, LS2 has many fake copies in the market too. So, if you do buy this, make sure you pick up a helmet from a certified store or online website only. And to doubly secure yourself, also remember to buy a good bike insurance policy.

• THH

THH is a Taiwanese helmet company but happens to be among the list of best helmet brands in India. You can pick a THH helmet for a starting price of ₹2500. These helmets are ISO, ECE, and DOT certified. The brand offers different styles like full face, modular, motocross, dual sports, downhill, open face, and half type. Moreover, you can choose from solid colours as well as graphic prints. In addition, THH helmets have an advanced thermopoly shell and a washable 3M Scotchgard liner. Although a relatively new company, THH helmets have done well in the market so far.

• Fastrack

Although known more for their watches, Fastrack has ventured out into the helmet industry too. One of the more popular helmet brands in India, especially amongst the youth, Fastrack helmets start at a price of ₹1500. The designs are hip and chic, catering to the likes and preferences of youngsters. But the brand offers more than just good looks.

Fastrack helmets are made from polystyrene EPS and Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene for better protection in case of a collision or direct impact. The brand has also been ISI certified. Moreover, you can choose half and full-face styles.

• **Aerostar **

Aerostar is an affordable helmet brand and one of the best helmet companies in India, with helmets starting from as low as ₹900. The company offers half-face, open-face, full-face, and flip-up designs. Aerostar products are ISI, DOT, and ECE certified. Some of the brand's popular styles include Eagle, Compac, Golfi, Evo, Kissler Plus, GTS, etc. Moreover, the brand manufactures other bike accessories too. Aerostar also supplies helmets to bike companies like TVS, Suzuki, and others.

Picking the best helmet company in India may be a bit confusing, but once you have narrowed it down to a few good options on the basis of your budget, liking, and utility, you will find many great products in the market. Along with the helmet, you must have a valid bike insurance plan so that you are protected from financial losses if there is an accident. Also, like a helmet, third-party bike insurance is mandatory as per the law. With Tata AIG, you can buy the right bike insurance policy, and you can also use the bike insurance premium calculator to know the amount of premium you need to pay.