Safety Protocol Specification
ECE 22.06
Story & Background
The ECE 22.06 standard is the most significant update to European helmet safety in 20 years. Evolved from 22.05, it focuses heavily on modern accident data, specifically addressing brain shear injuries caused by rotation.
2000
ECE 22.05 becomes the dominant global safety standard.
2020
UN Regulation 22.06 officially adopted with rotational testing.
2022
Mandatory for new helmet certifications in the EU.
2024
Full enforcement; older 22.05 variants no longer manufacturable.
Testing Protocol & Methods
Technical Testing Procedures
- Rotational Impact: Measures brain rotation forces using 12 sensors.
- Multi-Speed Impact: Tested at low, medium, and high speeds (up to 8.2 m/s).
- Steel Ball Visor Test: 6mm steel ball fired at 80 m/s (180 mph).
- Intercom Test: Official accessories must not compromise shell integrity.
Technical Specifications & Performance
Rotational Impact
12 Sensors
Impact Threshold
275G Max
Testing Speeds
6.0 - 8.2 m/s
Impact Points
18+ Locations
Generational Leap: 22.05 vs 22.06
Comparing the legacy ECE 22.05 with current ECE 22.06 criteria
ECE 22.05 (Legacy)
Rotational Testing: No
Impact Points: 5
ECE 22.06 (Current)
Benchmark
Rotational Testing: Oblique Impact
Impact Points: 18+ Points