Helmet mounted lighting system

A helmet lighting system includes a housing (230) configured for attachment to a helmet (210) wherein a lighting module (105,200) includes a power source (105), plurality of light sources (120), signal receiving means (140) configured to receive operational signals from one or more associated vehicles and a controller (110) configured to selectively control the plurality of light sources (120) responsive to said signal receiving means (140) receiving said operational signals. In this manner, the lighting module (105,200) may mimic brake lights and strobe lights associated with a motorcycle for example thereby rendering the motorcycle and rider more visible. Flexible ends of the housing (220) allow the housing (230) to attach securely to different helmet styles. Alternatively the lighting module (105,200) may be integrated with the helmet. An emergency mode allows the helmet to be used as a warning device.