Steelbird
"Safety First"
The Steelbird Story
Steelbird is an Italian motorcycle helmet manufacturer founded in 1982 by Giancarlo Giannini. Originally established as a small workshop in the industrial town of Carpi, the brand quickly gained recognition for its innovative approach to safety and design. The company's name itself reflects its core philosophy: providing riders with protection as strong as steel while maintaining an aesthetic that appeals to the modern motorcyclist.
The brand has made significant contributions to helmet safety by consistently adhering to and often exceeding international safety standards such as ECE 22.05 and DOT. Steelbird is particularly renowned for its rigorous testing protocols, which go beyond mandatory regulations to ensure superior impact absorption and retention system reliability. Over the decades, they have evolved from a niche producer into a globally respected name in the mid-range helmet market, known for balancing advanced safety technology with competitive pricing.
Manufacturing Philosophy
India's largest helmet manufacturer, Steelbird has produced over 200 million helmets since 1964. Known for ISI-certified affordable helmets that dominate the Indian two-wheeler market. Their SBA and SBH lines offer progressive safety features at accessible price points.
Safety Standards Attained
Models within this brand's lineup have been certified to meet the following international safety protocols.
Featured Steelbird Helmets
Steelbird Air SBA-21
- Shell: High-impact ABS
- Weight: 1200g
- Shape: Round Oval