Bell warranty for helmets
The short version
Bell covers helmets in full for 1 year, with no partial coverage after that. That full coverage is longer than most of the 15 brands we compared, which typically cover nothing in full. You don't need to register to get this coverage.
From Bell's published warranty, checked October 2026.
What's covered
Full coverage: everything, parts and laborPartial coverage: some parts only, you usually pay labor
Purchase5 yrs10 yrs+Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
- Full coverageWhole helmet1 year
The fine print, decoded
What it leaves out
- Accidental breaks and misuse
- Water damage
Good to know before you buy
- Covers the original buyer only; keep proof of when and where you bought it.
- Crash damage is not covered by the warranty.
How other brands compare for helmets
- 1. Bern56/100 · Full: 1 year
- 2. Xenith35/100 · Full: None
- 3. Riddell23/100 · Full: None
- 4. Schutt23/100 · Full: None
- 6. Giro21/100 · Full: 1 year
Where you buy it matters
How long stores give you to return it
Longest return window first, for helmets.
- CostcoMost itemsNo fixed deadline
- evoPacific Northwest and Mountain West storesMost items366 days
- BackcountryMost items90 days from delivery
- REIMost items90 days
- TargetMost items90 days
- WalmartMost items90 days
Show all 11 stores
- Big 5 Sporting GoodsWestern US storesMost items90 days
- ScheelsMidwest and Mountain West storesMost items90 days
- Academy Sports + OutdoorsMost items60 days
- Sun & Ski SportsTexas and Southeast storesMost items30 days
- Play It Again SportsMost items7 days from delivery
From each store's published return policy, using its rule for helmets where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.
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