It exceeded my expectations, I really like to recommend 100%.
Good quality, but they are a tight fit for a large helmet.
Love the helmet. Fits great and is an amazing deal for the price. Will be buying another just like it for my wife.
Press & Media Kit
Writing about motorcycle safety, riding gear or a Los Angeles small business? Here's what you need to cover GDM: company facts, story ideas, key statistics, product photos and how to reach us.
About GDM
GDM is a U.S. company that designs motorcycle helmets and protective gear for everyday riders. Founded in Los Angeles in 2013, GDM sells DOT-certified full face, modular, dual sport, open face, retro and Bluetooth helmets, plus Bluetooth headsets, armored jackets, leather gloves and gear bundles. Orders ship from GDM's Los Angeles warehouse, with U.S.-based customer support and free returns within the United States. GDM sells at ridegdm.com and on Amazon.
Quick facts
| Based in | Los Angeles, California (warehouse and customer support) |
| Founded | 2013 |
| Founder | Aaron John, Founder, Owner and CEO |
| Products | About 20 helmet models, Bluetooth headsets and intercoms, armored and leather jackets, gloves, armor, shields and helmet parts |
| Safety standard | Every GDM motorcycle helmet is certified to the U.S. DOT standard, FMVSS No. 218 |
| Helmet prices | $79.95 to $234.95 for adult helmets; full face helmets from $119.95; Bluetooth helmets from $139.95; youth motocross helmet $64.95 (prices as of October 2026) |
| Sizes | Adult S to 2XL on most models |
| Customer rating | 4.6 out of 5 from 1,165 customer reviews; 91% are 4 or 5 stars (Judge.me, October 2026) |
| In the press | ELLE (U.S.), February 2022, featuring the REBEL Vintage helmet |
| Shipping and returns | Ships from Los Angeles, most orders arrive in 2 to 5 business days; free returns and exchanges within the U.S. for 30 days |
| Where to buy | ridegdm.com and Amazon (rideGDM) |
| Social | Instagram @ridegdm · X @ridegdm |
Spokesperson
Aaron John, Founder, Owner and CEO of GDM, is available for interviews and expert comment on:
- Helmet safety standards: what DOT (FMVSS 218), ECE and Snell certification mean
- How to spot a fake or "novelty" helmet
- Choosing and fitting a helmet, and when to replace one
- Bluetooth helmets and intercoms: what they do and what they cost
- Affordable gear for new riders, and riding in cold weather
- Running a direct-to-consumer riding gear brand from Los Angeles
"The best helmet is the one you actually wear on every ride. We started GDM so everyday riders could get a DOT-certified helmet that fits well and doesn't cost a fortune."
Aaron John, Founder, Owner and CEO, GDM
Story ideas and resources
- Motorcycle Helmet Statistics (2026): data roundup from IIHS and NHTSA on crash deaths, helmet effectiveness and helmet use by state law. Free to cite with a link.
- Motorcycle Helmet Laws by State: which states require helmets for all riders, under 21 or under 18, and which have no law.
- How to Spot a Fake DOT Helmet: novelty helmets with fake DOT stickers, and the one-minute checks that catch them.
- Gifts for Motorcycle Riders: holiday gift ideas at every budget, from helmet accessories to Bluetooth headsets and full gear bundles.
- How Much Does a Bluetooth Motorcycle Helmet Cost?: price ranges, what you get at each level, and built-in vs add-on headsets.
- Beginner Motorcycle Gear Checklist and Cost: what a new rider really needs and what it costs.
- Cold Weather Motorcycle Riding: seasonal tips for riding through fall and winter.
- How Long Does a Motorcycle Helmet Last?: the 5-year guideline, what wears out, and why any crash means a new helmet.
- Rider story: A Letter We'll Never Forget: a handwritten thank-you letter from a rider's mom after her son's crash. Personal details are redacted and the family is anonymous, so interviews with the family aren't available.
Key numbers from our helmet statistics report
6,228
motorcyclists killed in U.S. crashes in 2024 (IIHS)
37%
how effective helmets are at preventing rider deaths (NHTSA)
67%
how effective helmets are at preventing brain injuries (IIHS, citing NHTSA)
17 + DC
states that require every rider to wear a helmet (IIHS)
48% vs 11%
share of riders killed without a helmet in states without vs with a universal helmet law, 2024 (NHTSA)
73.8%
riders seen wearing a DOT-compliant helmet in 2023, the highest NHTSA has recorded
Full sources and links are in the statistics report. Please credit IIHS or NHTSA for the figures.
Featured products
Ghost Full Face Helmet
$119.95 · DOT-certified full face at an entry-level price.
Ghost with Bluetooth Headset
$159.95 · The Ghost with a GDM SuperSonic Bluetooth headset for calls, music and GPS.
VENOM Full Face Helmet
$139.95 · Sport-styled full face helmet, also available in pearl white.
DEMON Full Face Helmet
$169.95 · Also sold with a HyperSonic Bluetooth intercom headset ($199.95).
REBEL Vintage Full Face Helmet
$189.95 · Retro styling with a modern DOT-certified shell. Featured in ELLE, February 2022.
BEAST Dual Sport Helmet
$149.95 · For street, trail and snow; Bluetooth version $199.95.
Prices as of October 2026.
Images, logo and review samples
- GDM logo (PNG)
- High-resolution product photos are on each product page. They're free to use for editorial coverage of GDM; please credit GDM.
- Review samples are available to qualified media on request.
GDM in the news
- ELLE (U.S. edition), February 2022: the GDM REBEL Vintage full face helmet appeared in ELLE's Accessories pages, in a motorcycle-inspired style feature. See the REBEL Vintage.
Media contact
Aaron John, Founder, Owner and CEO, GDM
Email: info@ridegdm.com
Los Angeles, California