Been there done that. That's why I no longer drive. Even a bug hitting your face at speed can take you down.
As I said before, I sold all my bikes after my last wreck, back in 2005.
But I never got any road rash.
Been there done that. That's why I no longer drive. Even a bug hitting your face at speed can take you down.
Yep! I have caught a few between the goggles and top of the helmet a few times. Feels like getting hit in the forehead with a baseball! Part of the reason I switched to full-face helmets for the street.Been there done that. That's why I no longer drive. Even a bug hitting your face at speed can take you down.
Quick question. How do you size a helmet? I’m going to start buying the gear soon and that’s when I realized I don’t know how to size a helmet. Would you recommend actual riding gloves or would mechanics gloves work just fine?
That reply is ridiculously over simplified. Do yourself, and your wallet, a favor and disregard it.
Most motorcycle shops have a very limited inventory and manufacturer selection. My guess is mostly what moves quickly whether they be cheapies for 1st timers / budget conscience or high volume movers. You don't give a location but if you can get to the Cycle Gear in Katy they have, or did at Grand Opening last year, literally 1000s of helmets in stock. They also have / had a wind simulator to help with your decision.Looks like I get to take a trip to a bike shop
HA! Not sure I agree with that but I rolled 35,800mi today after just 2yrs & 2weeks since getting the bike and 5-10% of that time riding to work to pay for it.Coiled has really hit the bike scene running.
That reply is ridiculously over simplified. Do yourself, and your wallet, a favor and disregard it.
The human noggin comes in an array of shapes and many sizes. Search the web for helmet fit(ament) guides.
Most motorcycle shops have a very limited inventory and manufacturer selection. My guess is mostly what moves quickly whether they be cheapies for 1st timers / budget conscience or high volume movers. You don't give a location but if you can get to the Cycle Gear in Katy they have, or did at Grand Opening last year, literally 1000s of helmets in stock. They also have / had a wind simulator to help with your decision.
I love to ride and prefer to live, style be damned.The Harley dealer in Gruene had a couple of nice helmets that fit my personality. It had a $180.00 ish price tag.
HA! Not sure I agree with that but I rolled 35,800mi today after just 2yrs & 2weeks since getting the bike and 5-10% of that time riding to work to pay for it.
I love to ride and prefer to live, style be damned.
Helmet's come in many shapes, sizes and safety ratings. Wear earplugs to protect your hearing.
Styles: Closed lid, open lid, flip-ups (my personal choice), etc.
Shapes: my suggestion is to determine your head shape and find how makes helmets to match that shape. Try them on in a store (try ones that don't match your head shape also so you know what I'm referring to) and then look online to compare prices (RevZilla.com is a good reference).
Manufacturers: lots and lots - do your research.
Ratings: DOT is 'required' in the US, but there's also ECE, SNELL, FIM... - I've never had a cop ask to inspect my helmet but ymmv.
Costs: cheap to $$$$$. It's your head that you are protecting - how much is it worth to you?
Remember: Ride defensively on the road - cagers will NOT see you. With that said, it's not a matter of "if" you'll go down, it's "when".
More study material:
Motorcycle Helmet Size Guide - How To Measure & Fit The Right Helmet | MotoSport
Motorcycle Helmet Safety Ratings: Complete Guide - Find Helmet (findhelmets.com)