tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2156536327610779049.post8186955920588229128..comments2024-02-23T11:23:45.971-05:00Comments on Lost Motorcyclist: Of Harley Riders and HelmetsLost Motorcyclisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08873504561959138792noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2156536327610779049.post-244768923386099422013-04-12T09:04:38.093-04:002013-04-12T09:04:38.093-04:00My own impression is that the nature of the accide...My own impression is that the nature of the accident has a significantly greater bearing on the resulting injuries than the type of helmet one is wearing (setting aside those ridiculous 'beanies' with their counterfeit DOT stickers ;-)<br /><br />Most of us would like to own a selection of motorcycles, so that we could simply ride the one that suits our mood on a particular day. Seems 'overkill' to roll out that 800-pound monster decker for a spin to the mall!<br /><br />On the other hand, while most of us cannot afford a 'stable' of bikes, most of us <i>can</i> afford a selection of lids. Full face helmet for canyon carving, a more open lid for boulevard cruising.<br /><br />Especially when, like me, one is reluctant to pay a premium for a 'big name brand' helmet - when a perfectly competent lid (DOT, Snell or ECE rated) can be had for under $100. <br /><br />Of course, one makes a deliberate choice of level of protection, bearing in mind where impact in a motorcycle accident is most likely to occur ...<br />http://www.calsci.com/motorcycleinfo/Images/helmetDamage.gif<br /><br />Madeyehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02593933575568389288noreply@blogger.com