Question Will a DOT-compliant helmet limit a motorcyclist's view of the road? Answers Yes, a helmet dramatically reduces a rider's view to the sides. It depends. Some DOT-compliant helmets limit a rider's view. No. A DOT-compliant helmet will never limit a rider's view to the sides. Explanation A U.S. Department of Transportation-compliant helmet will allow you to see as far to the sides as is necessary for safe riding. Take a FREE Practice Test Now This questions appears in the following tests: Alabama Practice Test