Bell Qualifier DLX Blackout Helmet Item # 565309
Description
The Bell Qualifier DLX Helmet comes jam packed with the great features of the Qualifier at an impressive price. This is far-out for a helmet of any ilk, much less one that will come at an entry-level price point. Both of these features will offer a massive value-add to an already popular helmet.
Bell Qualifier DLX helmets no longer include communicator compartment as shown in images.
Features:
- Lightweight polycarbonate shell
- 3 shell sizes
- Subtle and tonal forehead logo with no side logos for Blackout affect
- Adjustable ventilation system for cooling and comfort
- Padded wind collar drastically reduces wind and road noise
- Moisture-wicking, removable/washable interior
- Contoured cheek pads
- Includes chin curtain and breath deflector
- Aerodynamic profile resists buffeting and lift
- ClickRelease for the fastest, easiest, tool-free shield changes ever
- NutraFog II superior anti-fog, anti-scratch and UV protected shield
- Includes both clear and dark smoke face shield
- Padded chin strap with D-ring closure
- Five-year warranty
- DOT and ECE certified
Part Numbers for Bell Qualifier DLX Blackout Helmet
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Reviews
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Bert from
Saved me today
It was my second day out with this helmet. Great fit, vents like mad. The auto tint visor works great. Then I hit a deer on the TransCanada and went for a ride. The helmet did what it should with style. Glad I had it. Will get a new one when the insurance gets paid out.
Date published: 2015-04-12
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Star72 from
Great value!
The qualifier has been listed as the best beginner helmet in many sites.
Note that the regular qualifier DLX comes with transition shield while this one comes with a clear shield and a tinted one, hence the difference in price. I hate carrying a shield in my bag all the time and ended up order the transition shield anyway.
Date published: 2018-06-06
Rated 4 out of
5
by
iblastoff from
great price for a pretty good helmet
I'm an XL in a Biltwell gringo and managed to fit in a L in this helmet, provided i sized down the cheekpads to 30mm ones. It initially fits snug (I think I'm just used to the more loose fitting non-sports oriented Biltwell) but is definiteliy comfortable once you ride around in it for a bit.
I wanted a helmet with venting and and shield I can actually raise and this was perfect. People say its a noisy helmet but I don't find it too bad (at least if you're used to a Biltwell helmet).
Coming from Biltwell bubble shields, the 2 shields that come up with this Bell helmet are WAY clearer to see through. I was actually amazed and felt like I didn't even have a shield on at all. I only wish they were pinlock-friendly. I read there were Bell Qualifier DLX-compatible shields that were pinlock-friendly but I can't seem to find them? Either way, the included shields are supposed to have some anti-fog coating but I haven't really tested that out yet.
I can't tell if the vents really do a lot as I don't particularly feel a breeze or anything going through the helmet, but I'm sure they have to be better than no vents at all.
The shell size is pretty compact compared to equivalent sized helmets I compared it to, which was another reason I picked this helmet.
The helmet itself fits my head fine, but for some reason I find it hard to put it on with the removable chin curtain in the way, so I just ride without it.
Some annoying whistling happens when I turn my head to the right though. The shield definitely does not fully seal when closed, allowing air to whistle in. For this I'm gonna rate the helmet as 'loud' but most of the time I don't mind it at all.
Date published: 2018-05-21
Rated 4 out of
5
by
CarlosB from
Good value for the money
Bought it a few weeks ago and have gone for a couple of rides. even though it fits very well I found it a bit noisy on higher speeds. No biggie though.
Date published: 2022-06-28
Rated 5 out of
5
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Squiggg from
Great helmet
This helmet is very good quality for the price. Very light and comfortable. I recommend.
Date published: 2022-05-26
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Matthew from
Loud, Ok for Commuting
So this is my second helmet. First was Icon Alliance Dark.
I find this helmet fits better than the Icon, yet, is much louder, even with my ear plugs in (rode with plugs with first helmet too).
From a ventilation standpoint, it vents when moving. At a standstill, wearing my helmet cover, it heats up, and starts to fog. But once moving, it's ok. Without the cover, I can't say that I "feel" the ventilation flowing over my head, but I can hear it.
For peripheral vision, it's great. I can see plenty, and head checks are smooth. I like the shield, I find it is MUCH more resistant to scratches than the Icon. I ride with dark smoke, and just a wet cloth will restore my field of vision, without and scratching or smudges.
Overall, it's a decent spare helmet, and for a quick commute. It doesn't have pressure points, so it's comfortable, but the wind noise is what kills it for me. It'll become a spare helmet as I consider looking for another one day.
Date published: 2021-08-02
Rated 5 out of
5
by
MYK1 from
Great helmet
Bought this as my first helmet and it has been fantastic! The figment is perfect, but the wind noise is noticeable but nothing AirPods or earplugs don’t resolve (; Main reason I picked this was because it comes with both a clear and tinted visor for a great price! Highly recommend this helmet!
Date published: 2021-01-04
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Jharb from
No complaints
Bought this about two months ago, great helmet for the price, comfy, lotta airflow in summer, breeze to change our lenses etc. All around great helmet, not much to complain about!
Date published: 2017-12-10
Questions
Does this helmet have the ability to house the Sena S20 and is there a special plate for it?
The cutout for the Bell Qualifier DLX only supports the SMH10 from Sena. The shape of the 20S is different so it will not fit in that cutout.
Date published: 2018-03-01
Does the Bell Qualifier DLX Blackout still have the cut out for communicators? we are not wanting it in the helmet. Revzilla indicated it does not.
As per the pop up note on the product page: Bell Qualifier DLX helmets no longer include communicator compartment as shown in images.
Date published: 2022-06-29
Does the new Bell Qualifier DLX Blackout Helmet have the speaker cutouts even though the communicator compartment is no longer present.
Yes, and still accommodates most popular comms devices
Date published: 2022-06-24
What size are the check pads on a small helmet?
OEM Sizing:
XS: 40MM
SM: 35MM
MD: 40MM
LG: 35MM
XL: 35MM
2XL: 30MM
Date published: 2022-03-11
How does the size on these Qualifier DLX run? I'm measuring 58-58.5cm and I currently wear a Large Icon Alliance Dark. I'm not sure if I should go medium in this helmet or large. My Icon does roll off a bit, but I still find it snug in the cheek pad.
According to the Bell helmet sizing chart, you land somewhere between a medium and a large. Correct helmet fitment depends on many factors that are individual to you and your particular head shape. The only way to tell for sure is by ordering either a medium or large and trying it for size. If it doesn’t fit, the helmet can be returned using our Easy Return policy found here: https://www.canadasmotorcycle.ca/return-policy
Date published: 2023-06-03
So this helmet is all set up for the Sena SMH 10 (if you buy the kit) but what about the Sena 20/30??
This can only be used with the SMH 10 with a special adapter made for this helmet.
Date published: 2018-01-25
Hello, What size cheek pads come from the factory with the Large size of this helmet? Thanks.
The cheek pads for the large helmet are 35mm.
Date published: 2017-09-11
Hello, I was wondering if there where any differences between the Qualifier and Qualifier DLX other than the bluetooth and speaker pocket? It has the same name, but the price of the second is twice the price of the first. Thanks !
The DLX also comes with MIPS safety technology. (but the DLX blackout version does not)
Date published: 2018-07-18