Why buy a bicycle helmet?
A bicycle helmet significantly reduces the risk of head injury in the event of a fall or collision.
In Belgium, wearing a helmet is mandatory when riding a speed pedelec. For speed pedelecs, the helmet must meet legal requirements. At least an EN 1078-approved bicycle helmet with extended protection for the temples and the back of the head, or a dedicated speed pedelec helmet, designed to offer extra protection at higher speeds.
Beyond legal requirements, it is just as important to protect passengers, such as children riding in a cargo bike or on a longtail bike. In busy urban traffic, they are particularly vulnerable. A good bicycle helmet significantly reduces the risk of serious head injury in the event of a fall or collision.