--- product_id: 26497038 title: "Bell Helmets Custom 500" brand: "bell" price: "NZ$571" currency: NZD in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Bell" url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/26497038-bell-helmets-custom-500 store_origin: NZ region: New Zealand --- # Quick-drying IONIC+ padding wicks sweat & fights odor Lightweight design with 5 shell sizes for perfect fit Fiberglass composite shell for top-tier protection Bell Helmets Custom 500 **Brand:** bell **Price:** NZ$571 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ›΅ Ride Classic, Ride Confident: The Bell Custom 500 Helmets Your Crew Will Envy ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Bell Helmets Custom 500 by bell - **How much does it cost?** NZ$571 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/26497038-bell-helmets-custom-500) ## Best For - bell enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted bell brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Lightweight Armor:** At just 3 pounds, it delivers robust protection without the bulkβ€”ride smart, ride light - β€’ **Custom Fit, Every Ride:** Five shell sizes ensure a tailored, comfortable fit for every head shape - β€’ **Stay Fresh, Ride Longer:** IONIC+ interior padding actively manages sweat and odor for all-day comfort - β€’ **Classic Meets Cutting-Edge:** Retro 3/4 style fused with modern safety certifications (DOT, ECE, FMVSS 218) - β€’ **Versatile Shield Compatibility:** Integrated 5-snap pattern lets you customize with shields and visors effortlessly ## Overview The Bell Helmets Custom 500 blends iconic retro style with advanced safety technology, featuring a durable fiberglass composite shell certified to DOT, ECE, and FMVSS 218 standards. Designed for the discerning rider, it offers five shell sizes for a personalized fit and quick-drying IONIC+ padding that combats sweat and odor. Lightweight yet robust, this helmet supports multiple shield options via a 5-snap system, making it the ultimate choice for those who demand both style and uncompromising protection on every ride. ## Description Inspired by Bell's very first production helmet in 1954, the Custom 500 is newly refined with an oval design and low-profile fit, giving it that smaller look you want with the same throwback style. Review: Bell Quality - This particular Bell 500 helmet, Apex version, fit me true to size. My head measures 59 cm which calls for a size Large, and this helmet fits me perfectly. Some websites selling this helmet suggest ordering one size up as they said it runs small were incorrect for the Apex version. My head is an intermediate oval in its shape also, which this helmet is also supposed to be Nice quality for the money, and the interior seems of very nice quality, nice stitching and colors. No venting, but being white with silver, gray stripes, and open face, it should be fine at least where I live, highs in low 90's mid summer, near Lake Erie, in Pennsylvania I will buy a flip up face shield for it now that I know it fits well. Many varieties of shields for this Bell helmet. Maybe a pair of goggles also. I usually wear full face helmets, but recently acquired a small adventure motorcycle where this helmet will be perfect !!! Only slightly negative is the thick padding on either side of my jaw is pushing in just a little too much being brand new, and am sure it will relax a bit from wearing it. I look at that as a good thing, having a snug fit means safer in the event of an accident, and after all, why some of us choose to wear a helmet in the first place, right ? A "just in case" insurance policy. Shipping was amazingly fast, I was pleasantly surprised I got it so quickly, so hats off to the seller !!! Review: Retro Protection - Always wear protection. ALWAYS. This helmet is great. The style is spot on. I don't have a lot of experience with motorcycle helmets and the way they fit, but this one doesn't seem bulky at all. It can be a little cumbersome to get over your ears if you ride with earphones in, but once in, the ear pockets are roomy. The helmet itself feels very solid, too. I can Naruto run into a brick wall with this thing on and not feel a thing. Not that I have, but I know I could. I wish the button snap on the chin strap was a bit more secure so you could hold that while walking with it, but other than that, it's perfectly manufactured and quite comfortable (not too hot either!). Now I'm off to jump 15 buses. That's actually one more than Evel Knievel jumped. I know. I checked. Online. Stay legit. ## Features - Polyester - Imported - IONIC+ PADDING β€” Quick-drying interior padding helps manage sweat while fighting odor-causing bacteria. - FIBERGLASS COMPOSITE SHELL β€” Industry leading Fiberglass construction. - Meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 218 (FMVSS 218). Meets DOT and ECE22.06 standards and certifications. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00HLUSKQ8 | | Best Sellers Rank | #32,727 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) #161 in Motorcycle & Powersports Helmets | | Brand | BELL | | Brand Name | BELL | | Certificate Type | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 218 (FMVSS 218), DOT and ECE22.06. | | Closure Type | Hook & Loop | | Color | Black | | Compatible with Vehicle Type | Motorcycle | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 877 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00768686515125 | | Included Components | Helmet | | Item Type Name | Helmet | | Item Weight | 3 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Bell | | Material | Polycarbonate (PC) | | Material Type | Polycarbonate (PC) | | Model Number | 7049163 | | Shape | Aerodynamic | | Shell Type | Hard | | Specification Met | DOT, ECE, FMVSS 218 | | Sport | Motorcycling | | Sport Type | Motorcycling | | Style Name | Custom 500 Helmet | | UPC | 768686515125 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Vehicle Service Type | Motorcycle | | Warranty Description | Any Bell helmet determined by Bell to be defective in materials or workmanship within one (1) year from the date of original purchase will be repaired or replaced, at Bell’s option, free of charge when received at the factory freight prepaid, together with proof of purchase. | ## Product Details - **Brand:** BELL - **Color:** Black - **Item Weight:** 3 Pounds - **Material:** Polycarbonate (PC) - **Vehicle Service Type:** Motorcycle ## Images ![Bell Helmets Custom 500 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51r07h9+dHL.jpg) ![Bell Helmets Custom 500 - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61LMwdv0EbL.jpg) ![Bell Helmets Custom 500 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61y5ld6cInL.jpg) ![Bell Helmets Custom 500 - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/516Xwwn2QBL.jpg) ![Bell Helmets Custom 500 - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51FLKeuk+TL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Size** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Bell Quality *by R***E on September 15, 2024* This particular Bell 500 helmet, Apex version, fit me true to size. My head measures 59 cm which calls for a size Large, and this helmet fits me perfectly. Some websites selling this helmet suggest ordering one size up as they said it runs small were incorrect for the Apex version. My head is an intermediate oval in its shape also, which this helmet is also supposed to be Nice quality for the money, and the interior seems of very nice quality, nice stitching and colors. No venting, but being white with silver, gray stripes, and open face, it should be fine at least where I live, highs in low 90's mid summer, near Lake Erie, in Pennsylvania I will buy a flip up face shield for it now that I know it fits well. Many varieties of shields for this Bell helmet. Maybe a pair of goggles also. I usually wear full face helmets, but recently acquired a small adventure motorcycle where this helmet will be perfect !!! Only slightly negative is the thick padding on either side of my jaw is pushing in just a little too much being brand new, and am sure it will relax a bit from wearing it. I look at that as a good thing, having a snug fit means safer in the event of an accident, and after all, why some of us choose to wear a helmet in the first place, right ? A "just in case" insurance policy. Shipping was amazingly fast, I was pleasantly surprised I got it so quickly, so hats off to the seller !!! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Retro Protection *by R***B on January 11, 2022* Always wear protection. ALWAYS. This helmet is great. The style is spot on. I don't have a lot of experience with motorcycle helmets and the way they fit, but this one doesn't seem bulky at all. It can be a little cumbersome to get over your ears if you ride with earphones in, but once in, the ear pockets are roomy. The helmet itself feels very solid, too. I can Naruto run into a brick wall with this thing on and not feel a thing. Not that I have, but I know I could. I wish the button snap on the chin strap was a bit more secure so you could hold that while walking with it, but other than that, it's perfectly manufactured and quite comfortable (not too hot either!). Now I'm off to jump 15 buses. That's actually one more than Evel Knievel jumped. I know. I checked. Online. Stay legit. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Bell helmet extra large *by P***E on May 23, 2025* The Bell helmet is well made. I have only one complaint. The size. My head is 7 3/8. The helmet is an extra large and it is very tight. The extra large was supposed to cover my head size. However it does not. I don’t think I will ever buy another helmet online. With this said I would still recommend bell helmets. ## Frequently Bought Together - BELL Custom 500 Open-Face Motorcycle Helmet (Gloss Black - Medium) - Bell Helmets Custom 500 510 Visor Street Motorcycle Helmet Accessories - Black/One Size - 2028917 - Bell Custom 500 3-Snap Peak 520 Black --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.nz/products/26497038-bell-helmets-custom-500](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/26497038-bell-helmets-custom-500) --- *Product available on Desertcart New Zealand* *Store origin: NZ* *Last updated: 2026-04-25*