Bayard and SMK are two helmet brands that share the same idea: offering well-equipped helmets at an affordable price, with homologation to the latest standard. The helmets from these two ranges available at Moon Bike are approved under ECE 22.06 (with some models still under 22.05) and cover open-face, modular, and full-face helmets. In this guide, we explain the models in the catalog and how to choose the right one. You can find the helmets in Moon Bike's Bayard and SMK catalogs.
Bayard and SMK: complete helmets at an affordable price
Bayard and SMK focus on the same area: value for money. They are the right brands for those who want a helmet approved to the latest standard, with useful features like an integrated sun visor, without spending top-of-the-range prices. Most of the models in the catalog are approved to ECE 22.06, the latest European standard which provides for more severe impact tests than the previous 22.05.
Bayard helmets
The Bayard range in the catalog is particularly strong in open-face helmets, with one modular option for those who want an openable chin bar.
Bayard open-face helmets
Open-face helmets are the core of Bayard's offering, made of polycarbonate and approved to ECE 22.06:
- XP-18 S V2 Italy — open-face helmet with integrated sun visor, polycarbonate, ECE 22.06
- XP-66 S Quasar — 3-in-1 open-face helmet with removable peak and visor, ECE 22.06: configurable in multiple ways depending on use
- XP-16 S Aurora — matte black open-face helmet with short visor, ECE 22.06
- XP-14 Nova — polycarbonate open-face helmet with anti-scratch visor, ECE 22.06
- XP-11 Apollo — polycarbonate open-face helmet, ECE 22.06, the most essential option
Bayard modular helmet
The XP-77 S Phoenix is Bayard's flip-back modular helmet, with dual P/J homologation (usable as both a full-face and an open-face helmet with the chin bar open) and ECE 22.06. It's the choice for those who want the versatility of an openable chin bar.
You can also find numerous Bayard replacement visors (for models SP-51, SP-52 S, XP-25 Stella, XP-69 S, and others) and visor mechanism kits in the catalog: useful if you need to replace your Bayard helmet's visor.
SMK helmets
The SMK range in the catalog is more compact but covers the main categories.
- Gullwing Solid — the modular helmet with dual P/J homologation, ECE 22.06 and Pinlock-ready, available in matte blue and matte grey
- Hybrid EVO — the 5-in-1 modular helmet, one of the most transformable solutions: dual P/J homologation, ECE 22.05, in matte black
- Typhoon — the full-face helmet with top ventilation
- GTJ — the matte black open-face helmet with integrated sun visor, ECE 22.06
Range comparison by helmet type
| Type | Bayard | SMK |
|---|---|---|
| Open-face | XP-18 S, XP-66 S 3in1, XP-16 S, XP-14, XP-11 | GTJ |
| Modular (P/J) | XP-77 S Phoenix | Gullwing, Hybrid EVO 5in1 |
| Full-face | — | Typhoon |
Most models are ECE 22.06 approved; the Hybrid EVO is ECE 22.05. For updated price and availability of a model, size, or color, please contact Moon Bike.
Which Bayard or SMK helmet to choose
If you ride in the city or on a scooter
Bayard open-face helmets cover every budget: the XP-66 S Quasar 3-in-1 is the most versatile (removable peak and visor), while XP-11 and XP-14 are the most essential options. On the SMK side, the GTJ has an integrated sun visor.
If you want an openable chin bar
The Bayard XP-77 S Phoenix and the SMK Gullwing are modular helmets with dual P/J homologation: you can ride with the chin bar open like an open-face helmet or closed like a full-face. The SMK Hybrid EVO is even more transformable, with its 5-in-1 configuration.
If you are looking for a full-face helmet
The full-face helmet in the catalog is the SMK Typhoon, with top ventilation.
Frequently asked questions
Are Bayard and SMK helmets ECE 22.06 approved?
Most models in the catalog (Bayard open-face helmets, the XP-77 S modular, the SMK Gullwing, and the GTJ) are ECE 22.06 approved, the latest European standard. Some models like the SMK Hybrid EVO are ECE 22.05. Both homologations are valid for circulation; the exact homologation is indicated on each product page.
What does it mean that the Bayard XP-66 S is a "3-in-1" open-face helmet?
It means that it has a removable peak and visor, so you can configure it in multiple ways: with a visor, with a peak, or in an essential version. It's a versatile solution for those who want an open-face helmet adaptable to different uses.
What does dual P/J homologation mean?
Dual P/J homologation means that the helmet is approved as both a full-face helmet (P, chin bar closed) and an open-face helmet (J, chin bar open). The Bayard XP-77 S and SMK Gullwing and Hybrid EVO modular helmets have it, so you can legally ride with the chin bar raised.
Can I just buy a replacement visor for my Bayard helmet?
Yes. In the catalog, you will find several Bayard replacement visors (for models such as SP-51, SP-52 S, XP-25, XP-69 S) and visor mechanism kits. Write to us with your helmet model and we will indicate the correct visor.
Where can I buy a Bayard or SMK helmet?
Bayard and SMK helmets are available in Moon Bike's Bayard and SMK catalogs, the official Piaggio Group store based in Naples. Write to us with the model and size you are looking for, and we will help you choose.
Where to buy Bayard and SMK helmets
You can find the helmets in Moon Bike's Bayard and SMK catalogs. Available models include the 3-in-1 open-face helmet Bayard XP-66 S Quasar, the modular helmet Bayard XP-77 S Phoenix P/J, the modular helmet SMK Gullwing, and the open-face helmet SMK GTJ with sun visor. As an official Piaggio Group dealer based in Naples, Moon Bike helps you choose the right helmet for your riding style, size, and budget.
Do you have doubts about the size or which model is right for you? Write to us on WhatsApp at +39 392 456 1248 or call us at 081 341 6300 — the Moon Bike team will help you choose the right product. You can also write to us at info@moonbikesrl.it.