Do Bern helmets expire?

The quick and easy answer is that a bike helmet does not have an expiration date, but should be replaced every 5 years.

Do helmets have warranty?

In all cases, the warranty period is only one years for helmets manufacturing defects only on shells this does not include the coating, paint or decals on the helmet. Any replacement done during this period will not prolong the warranty period.

How do I know if my helmet is CPSC certified?

You can read a plain English description of the standard on the CPSC website under business guidance. The CPSC standard uses a lab test drop of 2.0 meters on a flat anvil and 1.2 meters on a hemispheric and a curbstone anvil. Hot, cold and wet helmets must pass, with the headform sensor registering less than 300g.

How do I contact Bell Helmets?

If you have any questions about your helmet call 800-456-2355 or e-mail us at [email protected]

How do you tell if a helmet is expired?

Manufacturers recommend replacement, no matter how it looks, every 7 years from the production date and after 5 years of use. To check when your helmet was manufactured, look inside to find a date stamp. A label will have the date printed in the format – YY/MM/DD format.

Do bicycle helmets deteriorate?

It’s often recommended that a helmet worn frequently should be replaced every 3 years or so. The reason is that the foam degrades due to sun, heat, salty sweat and other environmental factors, added to the usual knocks of regular cycling activity.

How do I claim my Vega warranty?

To make a claim, you may click here or approach the reseller or dealer or mail the company directly at [email protected] for any assistance. Liability is limited to the repair or replacement of the product.

How can I tell if my Vega helmet is real?

Genuine helmets have the “ISI mark”, the helmet’s IS code (IS 4151) above the ISI mark and manufacturer’s code (Central Mass and License or CM/L) below the ISI mark. The ISI mark is non-removable laminated print.

Is CPSC the same as CSA?

Most helmets sold in Canada are certified by either CSA, CPSC, ASTM or Snell. CSA is the Canadian Standards Association. The other three organizations are based in the United States but are similar to that of CSA (Safe Kids Canada, 2002).

Do bike helmets expire?

The government testing body in the US, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), recommends replacing a bicycle helmet every five to 10 years. The Snell Memorial Foundation, which also certifies helmets for safety, states a firm five years.

How do you date a Bell helmet?

Every Bell Racing helmet has the model name and date of manufacture stamped into the chin strap d-ring. The shield type and date of manufacture is stamped on the side of the shield (driver’s right).

Where is Bell Helmets located?

Bahrain International Circuit
BELL Auto Racing is a global organization under common ownership with its own integrated R&D and Manufacturing facilities. Bell Racing Helmets’ headquarter, Production and Research & Development are located in a state-of-the-art facility at the Bahrain International Circuit (BIC).