LEM Motiv Air Helmet Review

The LEM Motiv Air is an exceptional helmet that offers excellent ventilation and performance at an affordable price

LEM Motiv Air helmet front
(Image: © Aaron Borrill)

Cyclingnews Verdict

A worthy alternative to the current crop of segment incumbents

Pros

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    Affordable pricing

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    Weight

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    Comfortable fit

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    Aesthetics

Cons

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    No dedicated rotational safety

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LEM Helmets might be a relative newcomer to the cycling world but the company has, in fact, been around for over three decades already, having forged a name as an innovative motorcycle helmet manufacturer under the guidance of founder Romano Magani. 

Since recently shifting its focus to cycling and location from Italy to California, LEM's portfolio now boasts helmets for every kind of rider out there - including the ardent professional. Its latest offering, the Motiv Air, looks set to raise brand perception along with providing riders with a cutting-edge helmet option at an affordable price point. 

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Aaron Borrill

Aaron was the Tech Editor Cyclingnews between July 2019 and June 2022. He was born and raised in South Africa, where he completed his BA honours at the University of Cape Town before embarking on a career in journalism. Throughout this career, Aaron has spent almost two decades writing about bikes, cars, and anything else with wheels. Prior to joining the Cyclingnews team, his experience spanned a stint as Gear & Digital editor of Bicycling magazine, as well as a time at TopCar as Associate Editor. 

Now based in the UK's Surrey Hills, Aaron's life revolves around bikes. He's a competitive racer, Stravaholic, and Zwift enthusiast. He’s twice ridden the Cape Epic, completed the Haute Route Alps, and represented South Africa in the 2022 Zwift eSports World Championships.

Height: 175cm

Weight: 61.5kg

Rides: Cannondale SuperSlice Disc Di2 TT, Cannondale Supersix Evo Dura-Ace Rim, Cannondale Supersix Evo Ultegra Di2 Disc, Trek Procaliber 9.9 MTB