Originally Posted by ChrisCurvyS

Why would there be any legal restrictions whatsoever? Surely as long as you don't change the structure of the helmet, it's got nothing to do with the law?

Tried repainting an old one of mine recently with spray paints from Halfords - properly cocked it up! Couldn't get the paint to spread evenly around the sides as it kept dripping and bubbling - would def get a professional to do it if you want a proper job doing.