With hundreds of different helmets currently on the market, however, it can be extremely difficult to narrow the multitudes of offerings down to the handful of legitimately worthwhile, high-quality lids — a fact further complicated by the expansive array of different styles and genres of motorcycle helmets that currently exist. So, in order to help ensure you’re protecting your melon with the best possible brain bucket, we’ve put together this guide to today’s best motorcycle helmets under 300. Below we’ll be delving into what makes for a quality helmet, what to look for and consider when shopping for one, how you should go about purchasing a lid, and of course, the latest and greatest from each category of motorcycle helmet.