Snell Certified Helmets
Posted on July 16, 2010
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Snell is an independent certification laboratory for motorcycle helmet testing. You should always buy either a Snell or DOT certified motorcycle helmet. Uncertified helmets are also known as novelty motorcycle helmets. These laboratories perform various tests on the helmet and visor. The Snell and DOT laboratories test for things such as penetration, impact resistance, and overall resistance to physical trauma.
You do not want to purchase novelty helmets, as they have not been properly tested for crash protection. This is very important because the only thing keeping your head from the ground is your motorcycle helmet during an accident. Skull fractures are extremely dangerous, and can be fatal. Motorcycle fatalities can occur from low-speed collisions, and are not limited to high-speed accidents.
During most motorcycle accidents, drivers commonly state that they never saw the motorcycle coming. Make sure that you buy a brightly colored helmet so that other riders and drivers can see you from as far away as possible. This is especially helpful during the nighttime where your chances of being involved in an accident will increase exponentially due to reduced visibility. Keep in mind that not only can you physically hit other cars, but you can also collide with wildlife as well.
Retro-motorcycle helmets are sometimes worn by Harley-Davidson riders. These are popular because they don’t cover your entire head. Unfortunately you want to make sure your helmet covers your entire head. Full face motorcycle helmets offer much more protection of your skull fractures. Keep in mind that badly fitting helmets can actually do more harm than good. A properly fitting helmet will not twist and turn and keep your head stable during a motorcycle crash or fall.
During a motorcycle accident, you want to make sure that your head does not move inside of the helmet liner. The helmet liner will absorb the initial impact of your head, minimizing any physical trauma to your skull.
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