Advice & Guides Advice: How to make sure your helmet fits correctly
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1 Feb 2022
HJC F71 - Bard Black
Lightweight fibreglass helmet with aerodynamic shell, wider eye port and antibacterial fabric
Details£189.99
RRP £299.99 -
£170.99 with code CLEAR10
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23 Nov 2025 by Steve B
After trying on several helmets over the course of an hour, I finally settled on this HJC F71. The fit was perfect and the recess for intercom speakers was in the right position and large enough for the 40mm speakers. Construction of the helmet is excellent with a good external matt finish. It also came with the pinlock inner visor
Sun visor is standard and easy to use. The helmet is very comfortable with a snug fit. Fitting my Cardo intercom looked as though it was going to be an awkward job, but turned out to be a breeze. Very happy indeed with this Helmet.
Style: Bard Blue
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I like it overall.
23 Nov 2025 by Tamás
It is very comfortable. It's looks like very good. Unfortunately, I couldn't try it out while I was on the road due to bad weather.
Style: Bard Red
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Great light Helmet
21 Nov 2025 by Anonymous
This HJC crash helmet is light in weight and gives a good level of protection and visibility with the extra plus of a retractable Sun visor built in when required.
It also has been manufactured with the recesses to accommodate the HJC Smart 21B Bluetooth Communication System Device.
Style: Bard Red
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Perfect
19 Nov 2025 by Peter W
Not the most expensive but a good Sharp rating.
Style: Bard Black
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Has all the features I was looking for
12 Nov 2025 by Iain
This is my first HJC and I'm impressed. It has all the features I was looking for in a sport-touring helmet. Number one was that it must have a D-ring fastener. Fibreglass construction with a drop-down visor and Pinlock. The lid ticks all the boxes.
Style: Bard Blue
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Great helmet
09 Nov 2025 by Nick
Good quality, decent paint job, well worth it
Style: Bard Red
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HJC F71 Helmet
08 Nov 2025 by Ian D
I've used several makes of helmet over the years (Arai, Bell, HJC.) For Racing & road riding, I go on the SHARP test rating as it's important to me, I find myself back yet again to HJC with a rating far higher than the price reflects, very comfortable, we have cardo freecom 4x fitted & find less wind noise via the speakers! (Had to go down to XS from S that I normally take in HJC mind) very pleased with the F71 & great service from SBS
Style: Bard Red
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Lovely quality helmet
23 Oct 2025 by Peter
I bought this helmet after first ordering an AGV K1S in medium, which when it arrived was far too small, despite me having an AGV Sport Modular Helmet in M which fits great. The AGV also felt brittle and plasticky.
I bought the HJC F71 after viewing one in a local bike shop, didn't really know anything about the brand.
It's lovely, feels close in quality to my Arai Quantic and it's lighter, paint quality and vents all lovely quality.
Fitted my Cardo Intercom (which I didn't want to fit on the Arai) by removing the left hand trim piece and sticking straight on, fits great.
Lovely helmet.
Style: Bard Green
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Surprisingly good for the price
30 Jul 2025 by Martin G
My first full face helmet having been using for Shoe GT Air/Air 2 for daily commuting and touring. I wasn't sure whether HJC head shape would suit me as well as the Shoe, but I needn't have worried. A 60.5cm head circumference makes for a snug but comfortable fit in the XL size. Wind noise considerably less than the Shoe flip-top. Very happy with colour nod to my lime green Z900RS Cafe.
Style: Bard Green
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28 May 2025 by Anonymous
Very Light, need a size up from old helmet but for the price good value
Style: Matt Black
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Good helmet for the price
01 May 2025 by David L
Very comfortable helmet with good ventilation on the top vents. The front vent isn’t as effective as you really need your head down to benefit from the airflow. The internal sun visor is a great addition and has 3 settings for where it sits. The helmet is prepared for HJC 21b & 50b comms systems which I intend to buy very soon. It has a double loop strap which works great too. In the box it comes with a pin-lock which I feel is a nice touch. All in all it’s a good value for money helmet.
Style: Fes Yellow
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First time buyer
22 Apr 2025 by Anonymous
First-time biker, didn't know what to look for with a helmet but took guidance from far more experienced friends. Of all the different brands tried, this one felt the most comfortable, felt the most secure, it's lightweight and easy to put on. D-rings feel more secure to me than ratchet straps, and this has D-rings. The built in sun visor is also really great.
Style: Arcan Red
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HJC Bard Black
19 Feb 2025 by Alan R
Usual HJC quality finish and delighted to see that they have dropped the visor centre catch opening mechanism which was a definite weakness in their design
Style: Bard Black
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HJC F71 - Bard Black
- Advanced fibreglass composite shell construction
- Lightweight
- Aerodynamic shell structure
- Advanced channelling ventilation system
- Emergency kit (Cheek pads) for safe and quick rescue in emergency situations
- Dynamic multistep sun shield for optimized positions
- Wider eye port provides peripheral vision
- Enhanced visor dual lock system
- Advanced antibacterial fabric provides enhanced moisture wicking and quick drying function
- Crown and cheek pads are removable and washable
- Pinlock, chin curtain and breath deflector included inside box
- Glasses groove
Meet the F71, a modern sport-touring helmet that's lightweight and packed with rider-friendly features. Its aerodynamic shell ensures great performance at high speeds and is lightweight thanks to its Advanced Fibreglass Composite construction. It comes with a Dynamic Multi-Step sun visor for sun protection and a wider eye port for a better field of view. The 3D contour design ensures a secure fit for added safety and comfort. The Two-Way Pivot Ratchet system will provide the helmet with a better seal and smooth ratchet movement. If needed, it is designed for a comfortable fit with glasses. For emergencies, there's an Emergency pull tab on the Cheek Pads for quick and safe removal. The reflective trim along the padding enhances safety. The F71 combines style and functionality for riders.
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