Take Responsibility And Wear A Motorcycle Helmet

Take Responsibility And Wear A Motorcycle Helmet

By David Fishman

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), when comparing a automobile to a motorcycle rider the motorcycle rider has a 35 percent greater chance of getting hurt or dying in a automobile accident compared to a driver in a automobile. When wearing a helmet it is less likely that the motorcyclists will receive a serious head injury and more likely to survive the accident according to the The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Safety helmets for motorcycle users are the law in many states, optional in others. Especially so if the helmet is rated for safety and is properly fit to the wearer. Safety is what it's all about right.
When wearing a motorcycle helmet it will protect your head against the following, it protects your face, your ears and you are able to have an intercom system to talk to others. A helmet protects your head and your face from injuries. There are many different types of helmets ranging from helmets that have a face guard and helmets that have an open face so you can feel the wind on your face, helmets can be customized to your specifications. Looking for full face helmets can be a challenge. On helmets the face shield can retract by lifting up and down.

Motorcycle Helmet Reviews

Trying to decide which motorcycle helmet is right for you? Our motorcycle helmet review will help you make the right choice.

If you want to start a heated discussion among motorcycle riders, start talking about helmet laws. There aren't many topics that will stir up more passion than whether or not motorcycle riders have the right to ride without a helmet. It's hard to disagree with the fact that motorcycle helmets help prevent serious head injuries.

Here's a look at the different types of motorcycle helmets available.

HALF-SHELL The half-shell helmet covers only the top of your head. They give you the least amount of protection. Many riders like these helmets for comfort reasons. They are probably the next best thing to going without a helmet.

THREE-QUARTER-SHELL These helmets cover the sides of your head and ears but leave your chin unprotected. Some of these come with face shields. Some of the face shields can be raised or lowered which give you good eye protection.

FULL-FACE Full-face helmets cover the riders chin and more of the face. These provide the most protection. They come with movable face shields for eye protection.

MODULAR Modular helmets are full-face helmets that hinge at about ear level so the entire front of the helmet can be raised or lowered. This can be used to talk or take a drink without removing the helmet.

DOT AND SNELL Whatever type of helmet you choose, make sure it meets DOT standards. Helmet manufacturers put the DOT sticker on the helmet. Some helmets are also Snell certified, which means they meet the standards of the Snell Memorial Foundation, which has been testing helmets since the 1950s.

When doing a motorcycle helmet review, you have to look at the pros and cons of the different types of helmets. I like the feel of the half-shell, but I don't like the wind noise you get when riding with this type of helmet. I guess ear plugs are for that.

I like the three-quarter-shell for cutting out wind noise so you can hear that great Harley sound. This type helmet doesn't give you the face protection you might want, but it's cooler on those hot days.
The full-face is great for highway riding because it give you the most protection from bugs, rain, stones and other things that always seem to hit your head on long highway trips.

It probably wouldn't hurt to have a couple of different helmets for the different types of riding you do.

Hope this motorcycle helmet review helps you decide which helmet is right for you.

Enjoy the ride.

Arai Motorcycle Helmet

Arai Motorcycle Helmet - RX-7 Helmet Review

By Lyle Dove

Many riders searching for the best helmet that money can buy, land on the RX-7 Arai motorcycle helmet. This helmet certainly has many top notch features, but it's not without it's flaws.
Let's start with the helmet's strong points. The RX-7 Arai Motorcycle Helmet is one of the safest on the market. Arai has drawn on its 50 year's of experience to develop an extremely safe helmet. With the RX-7 Corsair, they've even managed to reduce the weight at the same time as increasing strength.

After safety, most riders agree that comfort is the next most important factor. No doubt about it, this is one comfortable helmet. The RX-7 Arai motorcycle helmet is offered in 2 distinct interior shapes and sizes from XS to XXL. Optional lining thicknesses and cheekpad sizes allow you to customize the helmet for the perfect fit.

One of the biggest benefits of the RX-7 Arai motorcycle helmet over its competitors is the airflow system. On long hot rides, you'll be glad you're wearing an Arai motorcycle helmet. The intake and exhaust ports efficiently move air through the helmet and effectively keep your head cool. Ironically, this is also the biggest flaw in the helmet.

While the increased airflow is a welcome to your hot head, it's not easy on the ears. Wind noise is noticably louder on this helmet than on competitors and previous Arai motorcycle helmets. It seems that the increased wind flow is the cause of this extra noise. It's so loud, that at times it's even hard to hear engine noise. It's not the end of the world, but it's something to consider. If this is a deal-killer for you, consider another Arai motorcycle helmet.

The high price tag of this helmet is also considered to be a big negative. The helmet is expensive, but we're talking about your head. There are a few good deals on Arai helmets on the web.
Overall, the RX-7 Arai motorcycle helmet is a top notch helmet. If you can live with the wind noise, you'll appreciate the superior safety, comfort, and cooling capabilities of this helmet. So, if you're looking for the perfect helmet, it doesn't exist. But this is probably as close as you're gonna get.