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Bell Falcon XR Mips

Name: Bell Falcon XR Mips
Brand: Bell

Full shell coverage protects the EPS better than exposed-rim designs, while Australian Helmet STAR awarded this exact Mips-equipped model five stars.

$87 typical

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EDITION 01RESEARCHED 2026-10-245 SOURCESREFRESH DUE 2027-04

SUBSTANCE SCORES

substance8.9/ 10

design8.1/ 10

value8.6/ 10

WHY THE PRICE IS JUSTIFIED

The price is supported by specified construction and practical hardware: Mips Evolve, CE EN1078 certification, 325 g stated size-M weight, Fidlock magnetic closure, quick-drying Ionic+ padding, eyewear notches and moisture-routing Sweat Guide padding. The compact, slim all-rounder design adds commuting and mixed-surface utility. However, independent testing was not located for this exact model, and adjacent LED-version evidence reports middling ventilation and comparatively high weight.

MATERIALS

Helmet compositionEPS 53.1%, PC 13.6%, polyester 4.3%, stainless steel 0.4%, POM 4.2%, PU foam 1.5%, nylon 15.4%, ABS 7.4%

The manufacturer provides a complete composition, including energy-absorbing EPS and polymer components.

CRITERIA

9/10

Build Quality

Full shell coverage, quality fit hardware and Fidlock closure; shared-platform LED review praised solid construction.

9/10

Performance

Exact Falcon XR MIPS receives five stars in Australian Helmet STAR; deep adjustable fit and ventilation support everyday use.

9/10

Value

Observed €77.97 brings full shell coverage, MIPS and magnetic buckle without premium pricing.

IDEAL FOR

·Road, gravel and light-trail riders wanting one versatile helmet
·Commuters who value a magnetic buckle and eyewear storage
·Buyers seeking Mips and practical features at a discounted price

NOT FOR

·Riders prioritizing maximum ventilation or minimum weight
·Buyers requiring an independent exact-model crash-test rating
·People needing a deep ponytail opening

DESIGN & ERGONOMICS

Low-volume shape with deep rear adjustment, soft straps, magnetic fastening and eyewear storage. The related LED-version review praised comfort and cooling; its light-specific findings do not apply to this non-LED model.

LONGEVITY

Physical longevity is unknown. Bell's EU PDP states a minimum two-year legal guarantee, which is a legal warranty rather than proof of service life. A retailer advises replacing a helmet after 3–5 years of use and immediately after an impact, but that is general retailer guidance, not an independent Falcon XR durability finding.