# Bejeweled Biker Headgear The Lorenzo Valencia Helmet is Slathered in Swarovski Crystals By Michael Hines | Published 2010-12-02 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lorenzo-valencia-helmet References: [bornrich.org](http://www.bornrich.org/entry/x-lite-offers-limited-edition-lorenzo-valencia-jeweled-helmet/) & [eurotuner](http://www.eurotuner.com/news/eurp_1011_jorge_lorenzo_gold_jeweled_helmet/index.html) I've always wanted my own motorcycle, but after seeing the Lorenzo Valencia helmet, I think I'll just settle for the headgear. This featured helmet is a replica of the one that Lorenzo Valencia wore when he was crowned the 2010 Champion of [Moto GP](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moto-machines). Although it is a replica, the Lorenzo Valencia helmet still carries quite the heavy price tag. This protective piece is covered in [1,800 Swarovski crystals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-x-swarovski) and is coated in eight layers of gold paint. The head protector is sold for a whopping $13,250, making it pretty much as expensive as a bike itself! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Luxury Motorcycle Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create high-end motorcycle accessories that combine style and safety. - **Customized Protective Gear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop customizable helmets and other protective gear that reflect the individual's personal style. - **Blinged Out Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the market for luxury fashion items embellished with Swarovski crystals or other precious materials. ### Who This Affects Most - **Motorcycle Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce innovative and stylish accessories for motorcycle enthusiasts. - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine the worlds of fashion and technology to create unique and luxurious fashion items. - **Luxury Goods:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Cater to the demand for high-end, extravagant products by incorporating unique design elements and materials. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Full-Face Moto Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supertech-r10-launch-edition-helmet.md) - [Connected Motorcycle Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shoei-opticson-smart-motorcycle-helmet.md) - [Augmented Reality Motorcyclist Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shoei-eyelights-gtair-3-smart.md) - [Road-Ready Disco Ball Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disco2disco-disco-ball-helmet.md) - [Camera-Equipped Motorcyclist Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forcite-mk1s-smart-helmet.md) - [Rare Champion-Backed Superbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/verge-motorcycles.md) - [E-Bike-Centric Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pedelec-2-ace.md) - [Aerodynamic Professional Cyclist Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerohead-ii.md) - [Lightweight Electric Bike Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virgo.md)