A stylish bike helmet for men does not look like racing gear. It looks like you. At YAKKAY the helmet is the base and the cover is the look: you pull a cap, a hat or a bucket hat over the Smart Two and change it to suit the day. Here are the covers from our men's collection, and how to wear them.
At a glance: which cover suits which style
- Paris Black Oilskin: black cap in waxed cotton. For a leather jacket, a waxed jacket and dark jeans.
- Paris Ocean Tweed: cap in mottled blue tweed. For a blazer, knitwear and chinos.
- Milano Dark Blue Denim: riding cap in a deep, slightly sparkling blue. For a coat, shirt and chinos when you want to look a little smarter.
- Paris Shine Signature: dark blue cap with a reflective logo pattern. For commuting and dark winter days.
How it works: one helmet, many looks
The base is always the YAKKAY Smart Two, a simple black bike helmet certified to the European standard EN 1078. You pull a cover over the shell and can swap it in a few moves. Every YAKKAY cover fits the Smart Two in your size.
So you buy the helmet once and then build a small wardrobe of covers, just as you would not own only one hat.
Paris Black Oilskin: the everyday classic
A cap in shiny black oilskin, which is waxed cotton. It has a hint of harbour and motorbike about it, yet stays calm, so it goes with almost anything.
How to wear it: with a leather jacket or a waxed jacket in olive or black, dark jeans and boots. On office days it works with a black or charcoal coat too. If you only want one cover, this is the safest choice.
Paris Ocean Tweed: classic with texture
A cap in high quality tweed, mottled in many shades of blue. The fabric adds texture without being loud.
How to wear it: with a tweed or wool blazer, a roll neck in cream or navy and chinos in beige or camel. Brown leather shoes finish the look. With a navy coat it is spot on. Avoid pairing it with a second bold pattern, or the two will compete.
Milano Dark Blue Denim: smart with a wink
A cover in the style of a riding cap, in a very dark, slightly sparkling blue. Small YAKKAY animal buttons sit on the sides, visible only up close.
How to wear it: with a navy or grey coat, a white or light blue shirt and beige chinos. It works with a denim jacket too, if you like denim on denim. A good cover for days when you want to look a little smarter without wearing a hat.
See the Milano Dark Blue Denim
Paris Shine Signature: for commuters and dark days
A dark blue cap with a pattern of small YAKKAY logos that reflects in headlights. An orange label adds an accent.
How to wear it: with a quilted jacket or raincoat in navy or black, jeans and sneakers. You can echo the orange of the label with a scarf or backpack, but you do not have to. A good cover for anyone who rides to work every day, winter included.
For larger heads: covers currently only in XL
If your head measures 58 to 61 cm, our men's collection has three more looks that are currently only available in XL:
- Tokyo Denim: a bucket hat in dark wash denim with a 5 cm brim all round. Relaxed with an olive field jacket, a cream T-shirt and white sneakers. See the Tokyo Denim
- Tokyo Black Rain: a bucket hat in waterproof, shiny black polyester with a 5 cm brim all round. With a rain jacket, a trench coat or simply all black. See the Tokyo Black Rain
- Paris New York: a cotton cap in greenish khaki. Relaxed with a field jacket, a white T-shirt and jeans. See the Paris New York
Two covers, a whole week
You do not need them all. Two covers get you through most days: one in black for everything (Black Oilskin or Shine Signature) and one for the days you dress up a little (Ocean Tweed or Milano Dark Blue Denim). For example: the black cap with your coat during the week, the tweed with a jumper at the weekend, and the riding cap with a shirt for dinner out.
You can change the helmet straps too. They come in several colours if you want an accent. For cold days there are matching ear warmers that sit on the helmet rather than under it.
Size and fit
The Smart Two comes in M (51 to 56 cm), L (55 to 59 cm) and XL (58 to 61 cm). It runs small. Measure your head with a tape measure about one finger width above your eyebrows, and if you are between two sizes, go for the larger one. Our size guide helps you choose, and size exchange for the helmet is easy.
Always buy the cover in the same size as the helmet. For a proper fit, follow the rule from the US road safety agency NHTSA (NHTSA fitting guide): the helmet sits level, one or two finger widths above your eyebrows, the side straps form a V under your ears, and when you open your mouth wide, the helmet hugs your head.
You will find all models for men in one place among our bike helmets for men.
As a gift for him
If he already has a Smart Two, a second cover makes a lovely gift. Just make sure it is the same size as his helmet. If you do not know his size, a gift card is the relaxed choice. For more ideas, see our guide to gifts for everyone who loves to cycle.
Frequently asked questions
Which YAKKAY cover suits men best?
To start with, the black Paris Black Oilskin cap, because it goes with almost everything. If you prefer a classic look, choose the Paris Ocean Tweed or the Milano Dark Blue Denim. For dark commutes, the Paris Shine Signature with its reflective pattern is a good choice.
Can I change the cover myself?
Yes. The cover pulls over the Smart Two and you can swap it in a few moves. Every YAKKAY cover fits the Smart Two in your size.
What helmet size do I need as a man?
It depends only on your head size: M for 51 to 56 cm, L for 55 to 59 cm, XL for 58 to 61 cm. The helmets run small. If you are between two sizes, go for the larger one.
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