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Choosing The Right Motorcycle Helmet for You
By: Peter Furman , Posted On: Wednesday, February 14, 2007
When it comes to choosing the right motorcycle helmet the first thing to consider is safety. First, the helmet should at least be DOT approved. Yes, those "brain buckets" you see at bike shows with flames and skulls definitely look cool. However they are not DOT approved and afford you no protection in the event of a crash. Pay a few dollars more for the safer, DOT approved helmet. Your life is worth it. A further, more stringent Snell certification is even safer. Snell Memorial Foundation has published a list of standards that must be met in order to be Snell certified. While it is definitely safer, it will also add significantly to the cost of the helmet and is not necessary for a perfectly safe, reliable motorcycle helmet. Fit is the next factor to pay attention to with your helmet. This is actually closely tied to safety. A helmet that is too loose risks flying off at high speeds. It also may come off during even a small impact. On the other hand, a helmet which is too tight causes unnecessary fatigue and headaches. In the case of full face helmets, one that is too tight may even impair vision. Finally, the fit of the helmet is critical to riding comfort. Either too loose or too tight will decrease the enjoyment of your ride and isn't "fun" one of the main reasons you're riding? Once you have purchased a safe, comfortable helmet it is vitally important you treat it with the proper care. Always make sure to set your helmet down on a secure surface when your bike is parked. If your helmet ever happens to fall to the pavement -- I'm sorry. You must discard it immediately. Once a helmet has been dropped the structural integrity is compromised. You can no longer be sure the helmet will do its job of protecting you should you be in a crash. Also, for this reason, never purchase used helmets. No matter what the owner says, there must be a reason he or she is selling it. These are just a few of the things to keep in mind when picking out your new motorcycle helmet. After all, it will become your constant riding companion and will be of critical importance in the event of a crash. Isn't it worth it to choose wisely? Peter Furman runs the wildly well accepted and increasingly popular web site, http://www.thebeachcruiser.com The site is dedicated to the custom motorcycle industry and the people who make it what it is. In addition to the wealth of free content offered on http://www.thebeachcruiser.com, Peter has recently opened a members' only area, The Family Jewels for even more exclusive interviews, photos, articles and videos from industry greats. Motorcycles and the people who build them, ride them, paint them, customize them or just enjoy them are Peter's passion. This passion shows through in the content produced on the web site. Article Author: Peter_Furman
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