It used to be that if you wanted a retro-styled helmet to match your retro-styled motorcycle, your choices were a handful of open face lids from a small pool of manufacturers. But given the proliferation of modern classics in recent years, having feature-rich retro full face helmets has become de rigueur among helmet brands.
Today, we’re sampling full face helmets with vintage style from three companies—one of which usually focuses on more modern gear, and two of which focus solely on classic gear. I’ve been putting miles into the Shoei Glamster [below], DMD Rivale, and Biltwell Inc. Gringo SV to see how they stack up.
Before we dive into each helmet’s strengths and weaknesses, it’s worth noting that they share a remarkable number of similarities—starting with their overall aesthetic.…