Okay, I'm off my soapbox now, and we could be provided down to business.
When choosing a helmet there are a number of things to consider; in this guide we'll cover the basics to get you going.
First, look for a helmet that is planned for being "off-road" ( often times labeled as "motocross") - an ordinary motorcycle helmet will provide safety, but it won't give a few of the truly amazing features of a helmet made specifically for an ATV.
Second, make certain the helmet is comfortable - I know the first thing you think of with safety helmets is safety; but comfort is right up there. Check these things when comparing comfort levels: ensure there is enough padding, check for a good seal around the ear (not touching the ear), ensure there's a neck roll that cradles the rear of the neck, and ensure there are no straps or fasteners protruding in a helmet.
Next, and is a large one, ensure that the helmet is DOT or Snell certified. Simple, if the helmet isn't certified - don't bother.
Also, if you are caught in the store and you've two helmets, and you merely can't pick... Go with the one with the most EPS. EPS is the hard form-type liner in a helmet that actually absorbs the crash impact. Manufacturers can just put in the least, but some go above and beyond, so keep that in mind.
Finally, providing you have a face shield (and why wouldn't you?) make a point it meets the VESC-8 or ANSI Z-87 standards, plus ensure the face shield doesn't distort your view or flop around after you've opened it.
On final note: the materials that helmets are supplied of deteriorate, so if you have an old helmet (or one who has been in an accident because they are single use items) - get a fresh one.
For more information on ATV Helmets check out: http://helmets.atv-aftermarket.info/
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