| Let's face it: it's not a good idea to skimp on a | | | | GOOD LOOKS: I put this last because it really isn't as |
| helmet. The majority of bike-related deaths come | | | | important as all the safety and comfort features...but |
| from head injury. | | | | we all want to look good in a helmet, right? Well, |
| A well-built helmet should offer a wide variety of | | | | with a huge variety of styles and colors to choose |
| benefits: | | | | from, you can get a helmet that looks great and |
| SAFETY: The shell should be made from organic | | | | keeps you safe and comfortable. |
| fiberglass and carbon fiber in various layers. This | | | | What to look for when buying a quality motorcycle |
| creates a shock absorbent shell with optimum rigidity. | | | | helmet. |
| LINER: The helmet liner should provide optimized | | | | There are several things to consider when purchasing |
| protection through EPS elements. The helmet should | | | | any helmet. Firstly, is fit and comfort. Consider |
| utilize a modular three-layer system with various | | | | purchasing a helmet that is lightweight, and fits snugly |
| degrees of shock absorbency. | | | | without pinching or rubbing in spots. |
| VISOR: The visor should incorporate a variety of | | | | Visibility is another important factor. You need to be |
| features that ensure easy change-ability of visors as | | | | able to see forward as well as to the sides. You |
| well as resistance to fogging. The visors should also | | | | might also try your prescription glasses while trying |
| provide a high degree of impact resistance. | | | | out the helmet to assure a comfy fit. |
| AERODYNAMICS: Quality helmets are designed with | | | | Finally, consider the ability of the helmet to manage |
| maximum comfort in mind. Streamlined aerodynamic | | | | air flow. No one wants a helmet that is noisy and |
| shape along with the aero edge spoilers (which is | | | | constantly buffetting in the air. |
| race inspired) reduce drag and lift at high speed. | | | | |