How to buy the right helmet Motorcycle
Anyone on a motorcycle, either as driver or passenger needs to wear a helmet. This is required by law In most states, and by common sense everywhere. Look out for their safety and that of their passengers.
When looking for a motorcycle helmet, here are some golden rules to apply – for example, never buy damaged or worn a helmet, even if they look perfectly fine. Let's go further on this later.
You want to be sure that your helmet meets or exceeds DOT standards.
The FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards), imposed by the mandate of the DOT that all motorcycle helmets sold in the U.S. be tested and certified by the Department of Transportation. Look for the DOT certification label on the back of the helmet, and for the DOT label inside the helmet. This label must also name the helmet manufacturer, production date, size and materials of the components of the hull. Without these tags to be present, it is not a motorcycle helmet who wants to buy to ride.
Do not be stingy!
A helmet can literally be a lifesaver, what a piece of equipment that definitely do not want to skimp on. A well-made helmet will provide greater protection than a poorly constructed one, and worth the cost plus high. A good helmet should weigh about 3 pounds and have an inner liner on an inch thick. Check out the rivets and test the elasticity of the chin strap. Avoid spikes and other ornaments, as detrimental to the safety of a helmet. Again, do not cut corners on a helmet to save a few dollars.
Sure buying a helmet that fits correctly.
Always, always, always try before you buy a helmet. An ill-fitting helmet that is the wrong size or not do a good job of protecting you in an accident. Make sure the helmet is comfortable, but not too tight. It should not be able to turn the head inside the helmet, The helmet should fit snugly enough to move his head. To test the setup, try removing the form from the back of the helmet, or twist the helmet with both hands. If you can make any of these things, put back into the hull of the platform and try another. This helmet is not for you. Be sure to try several different models within a mark well before deciding on one or moving along a different brand of helmet.
Use the cheek at all times!
A motorcycle helmet without the chinstrap is practically useless. In a crash, the helmet can go flying without you, if not secured by a chinstrap. If you are not using the strap, you may not wear well a helmet at all.
Face guards are your friend.
A helmet with a full face shield is your best bet for protection while driving. Not only provide more protection in an accident, but stay away from other hazards such as dust, insects and road debris from your face while driving.
If you do not see ….
Consider a brightly colored helmet. They make you more visible to motorists, and therefore much less likely to be struck by an unsuspecting driver. Reflective tape is an excellent idea to further increase your visibility to others on the road. The better you can see, the less likely you end up in a collision.
Never, NEVER wear a helmet worn / damaged.
You can never know for sure that the helmet used in the shop has been. It may have been damaged in an accident, but not in a visible manner. If the damage is not evident, may have been overlooked by the seller, or not mentioned (without scruples, yes, but it happens). If you have had a fall or a collision with his helmet, buy a new helmet as soon as possible. The cracks that can not be easily visible, you still may jeopardize the integrity of its hull – which means it will be less protected in the event of an accident. Helmets used may seem cheaper, but ask yourself whenever you are thinking of buying a motorcycle helmet, which is my life worth to me?
About the Author
John Daniele is an expert on motorcycle helmets. For information or to purchase a handcrafted, light-weight, fiberglass novelty motorcycle helmets see www.helmetsrus.com
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