More Approved Motorcycle Helmets Available From Nov 1

From Nov 1, motorcyclists can expect a wider variety of helmets at potentially lower prices in Singapore, owing to updated requirements.

- Lee Nian Tjoe, Senior Transport Correspondent and Aqil Hamzah

The latest requirements are aligned with internationally recognised standards. This means that helmets made to these standards will be able to be used in Singapore. Certain helmets certified overseas to these requirements can be sold here without having to undergo any approval processes, while others will need to be tested locally before being certified.

The labelling for approved helmets in Singapore will also be changed. In their statement announcing the changes issued on Sept 9, the Traffic Police said the update "will lead to a wider variety of approved helmets being sold in the market and lower the cost of helmets".