There is no doubt that when it comes to safety gear you get what you pay for.
If you are under the false impression that cheap safety gear is every bit as good as expensive safety gear then you couldn't be more wrong and it's unfortunate that too many new riders find out how wrong they are after it's too late.
They figure out how badly they need safety gear after they NEEDED the safety gear.
I can tell you from experience, that the pain of buying the right equipment, is far less than the pain that a good dose of road rash will leave you with.
I don't think anyone would argue that when it comes to motorcycles the number one piece of safety equipment is your motorcycle helmet.
The right motorcycle helmet can make all the difference in the world in the event of a crash.
In fact, it can be the difference between walking away and being carried away and that is a SIGNIFICANT difference, I think we would all agree.
There are a number of things you should consider when selecting the right helmet for you but the key really is FOR YOU.
It doesn't matter what your buddy buys or what the guy down the street with the Hayabuse is sporting, what matters is what works for you.
You need to find a motorcycle helmet that you will be happy with and that fits your head, otherwise you will be tempted to NOT wear it.
That's a mistake.
Some of the factors that you would want to consider would be:
Remember two things when it comes to safety gear, you get what you pay for and if you like it, then you will wear it.
So make sureyou invest the right amount of money and buy a motorcycle helmet that you will love wearing and enjoy being seen in.
This may seem shallow but the cold hard facts are if you like the helmet, then you will wear the helmet.
If you are under the false impression that cheap safety gear is every bit as good as expensive safety gear then you couldn't be more wrong and it's unfortunate that too many new riders find out how wrong they are after it's too late.
They figure out how badly they need safety gear after they NEEDED the safety gear.
I can tell you from experience, that the pain of buying the right equipment, is far less than the pain that a good dose of road rash will leave you with.
I don't think anyone would argue that when it comes to motorcycles the number one piece of safety equipment is your motorcycle helmet.
The right motorcycle helmet can make all the difference in the world in the event of a crash.
In fact, it can be the difference between walking away and being carried away and that is a SIGNIFICANT difference, I think we would all agree.
There are a number of things you should consider when selecting the right helmet for you but the key really is FOR YOU.
It doesn't matter what your buddy buys or what the guy down the street with the Hayabuse is sporting, what matters is what works for you.
You need to find a motorcycle helmet that you will be happy with and that fits your head, otherwise you will be tempted to NOT wear it.
That's a mistake.
Some of the factors that you would want to consider would be:
- Helmet Fit - Does it feel good on your head
- Liner - Is the liner removable and washable?Trust me...
it will get funky. - Visor Function - Is the visor easy to operate?How about with gloves on?
- Helmet Weight - typically the lighter the helmet the less fatigue it will transfer to you.
- Safety - Does it meet SNELL or DOT standards or both?
- Road Noise - Is it too loud?A loud helmet can give you a headache over time.
- Price - Sure price is a factor.
Shop where you can save money.
eBay has some great deals. - Design - How does it look?Proud to wear it on bike night?A helmet you like, is a helmet you will wear.
Remember two things when it comes to safety gear, you get what you pay for and if you like it, then you will wear it.
So make sureyou invest the right amount of money and buy a motorcycle helmet that you will love wearing and enjoy being seen in.
This may seem shallow but the cold hard facts are if you like the helmet, then you will wear the helmet.