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Bell Custom 500 Gloss Black

DOT ECE 22.05
Bell Custom 500 Gloss Black
Bell Custom 500 Gloss Black
Bell Custom 500 Gloss Black

Design Concept & Background

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Bell Custom 500 Gloss Black is a high-performance Open Face helmet engineered by Bell to meet high standards of safety and comfort. Inspect its detailed design background and specifications below.

Key Highlights:

Fiberglass shell MIPS (Multi-directional Impact Protection System) Open face design Intermediate oval head shape Enhanced ventilation

Rider Profile & Intended Use

Riding Style Daily
Helmet Category Open Face
Internal Fit Shape Intermediate Oval
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Product Concept & Specifications

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Engineering & Technical Analysis

The Bell Custom 500 Gloss Black features a fiberglass shell for durability and impact resistance, offering solid safety performance for an open-face helmet. Its intermediate oval head shape ensures a comfortable fit for most riders, while the open-face design prioritizes ventilation and airflow. The helmet provides basic ventilation through its open design, making it suitable for warm weather or casual riding. Comfort is enhanced by its lightweight construction and adjustable fit, though it lacks advanced safety features like MIPS or extensive ventilation systems found in full-face models.

Fit & Shell Structure

Intermediate Oval Shape

Balanced oval fit: standard ergonomic curvature fitting 80%+ of riders.

[MATR.SHEL] Shell Construction Fiberglass Outer structural material
[PHYS.MASS] Measured Weight 1100g (2.43) Approximate medium size weight
[COVG.YEAR] Warranty 1 Manufacturer coverage duration
[OPER.ROLE] Primary Use Case Daily Optimized riding orientation

Safety & Certifications

[SYS.CERT] Homologation DOT Certified safety standard
[SYS.PROT] Rotational Protection ECE 22.05 Mitigates rotational impact
[SYS.EQRS] Emergency Release Not Equipped Cheek pad quick removal
[SYS.LOCK] Retention Strap Double D-Ring Chin strap buckle style
5 /5
SHARP Rating

SHARP Impact Test Score

Verified SHARP UK impact crash test scorecard representing multi-directional energy dissipation.

Acoustics & Aerodynamics

95 dB
Acoustics
6 /10
Ventilation

Quiet Index: Superior sound damping and isolated ear cavity structures. Good flow balance utilizing EPS exhaust ports.

[AERO.TEST] Wind Tunnel Tested No Optimized shell aerodynamics
[VISR.FOG] Pinlock Tech Not Included Anti-fog shield insertion

Technology & Convenience

[SYS.COMM] Comms Integration Generic Speaker Cutouts Intercom cutout availability
[FIT.GLASS] Glasses Friendly No Inner lining eyewear grooves
[VISR.SYS] Visor Shield Tech Single Visor Integrated drop-down sun visor
[FIT.LINR] Removable Interior Partial / Fixed Washable lining modules

Regional Legality & Compliance

🇺🇸 US Compliant
Required: DOT

Meets all US safety standards

Regional Legality Guidance

US

Status: Compliant

Required: DOT

Meets all US safety standards

Certification Documents & References

  • DOT (US) - Department of Transportation - Reference
  • ECE 22.05 (EU) - Economic Commission for Europe - Reference

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