"novelty helmets riskier for bikers" news article so cal
Elite HDF Member
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 4,933
Likes: 11
From: Kentucky
Originally Posted by 07bobber;7188453The rider's [B
face[/B] -- unprotected by a turtle-shell helmet -- hit the concrete. He died at the scene.
Authorities can't say whether the novelty helmet was to blame for 49-year-old Jamie Dodge's death on a stretch of freeway in Banning. But they warn of the dangers of helmets that aren't federally certified like the one worn by the Cathedral City man.
Authorities can't say whether the novelty helmet was to blame for 49-year-old Jamie Dodge's death on a stretch of freeway in Banning. But they warn of the dangers of helmets that aren't federally certified like the one worn by the Cathedral City man.
... see no reason for motorcyclists to expose themselves to greater danger by not choosing a full-face helmet.
Nothing is more anti-American than paternalistic laws.
Road Captain
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 619
Likes: 9
From: Auburn, GA
Last edited by TerryFXST; Aug 24, 2010 at 11:13 AM. Reason: reduced the picture size
Tourer
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 453
Likes: 9
From: Wherever, MI
Tourer
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 480
Likes: 17
From: Northern Virginia
After reading this statement:
Safety-approved helmets -- designated by an official sticker on the back -- feature a hard outer shell, more inside lining, a face shield and a chin protector
I knew that the author had no idea what he was talking about. So my half helmets and open face helmets are novelty helmets and I should only wear my full face and modular helmets.
My head, so my choice of helmet to wear (mandatory helmet state).
My body, so my choice of what, if any, protective gear to wear.
Safety-approved helmets -- designated by an official sticker on the back -- feature a hard outer shell, more inside lining, a face shield and a chin protector
I knew that the author had no idea what he was talking about. So my half helmets and open face helmets are novelty helmets and I should only wear my full face and modular helmets.
My head, so my choice of helmet to wear (mandatory helmet state).
My body, so my choice of what, if any, protective gear to wear.
Road Warrior
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 1,658
Likes: 33
Road Captain
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 619
Likes: 9
From: Auburn, GA
Oh, yeah, especially in hindsight. If this had been me I would be missing my nose and my knuckles right now. On the other hand, I rode The Dragon yesterday and was smart enough to ride within my limits and keep my eyes on the road.
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
