HJC
HJC RPHA 12
$479.99
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HJC RPHA 12 vs Bell Qualifier DLX MIPS
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Bell Qualifier DLX MIPS is cheaper at $299.95. Every spec and price links to its source.
Bell
Bell Qualifier DLX MIPS
$299.95Cheaper
Which is better: the HJC RPHA 12 or Bell Qualifier DLX MIPS?
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Bell Qualifier DLX MIPS is the cheaper at $299.95.
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | HJC RPHA 12 | Bell Qualifier DLX MIPS |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $479.99 | $299.95 |
| Brand | HJC | Bell |
| Released | — | — |
| Safety certification | DOT FMVSS 218 | DOT FMVSS 218; ECE 22.05 |
| Helmet type | full-face | full-face |
| Shell material | Premium Integrated Matrix (PIM) fiberglass composite | Polycarbonate/ABS thermoplastic blend |
| Weight grams | 1474 | 1626 |
| Visor type | HJ-42 Pinlock-ready shield, 99% UV protection, anti-scratch coating | ProTint photochromic face shield, anti-fog coated |
| Internal sun visor | No | No |
| Ventilation ports | 7 | — |
| Bluetooth ready | — | Yes |
| Removable liner | Yes | Yes |
| Shell sizes | 4 | 3 |
Sources — HJC RPHA 12: helmethouse.com (verified 2026-08-01). Bell Qualifier DLX MIPS: xtremehelmets.com (verified 2026-08-01).
What's the difference between the HJC RPHA 12 and Bell Qualifier DLX MIPS?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (5 of 10). Matching specs are omitted.
- Safety certification: HJC RPHA 12 DOT FMVSS 218 vs Bell Qualifier DLX MIPS DOT FMVSS 218; ECE 22.05
- Shell material: HJC RPHA 12 Premium Integrated Matrix (PIM) fiberglass composite vs Bell Qualifier DLX MIPS Polycarbonate/ABS thermoplastic blend
- Weight grams: HJC RPHA 12 1474 vs Bell Qualifier DLX MIPS 1626
- Visor type: HJC RPHA 12 HJ-42 Pinlock-ready shield, 99% UV protection, anti-scratch coating vs Bell Qualifier DLX MIPS ProTint photochromic face shield, anti-fog coated
- Shell sizes: HJC RPHA 12 4 vs Bell Qualifier DLX MIPS 3