I use a small cable & lock. That way I can lock up my helmet and also run it through my heavy leather jacket sleeve. Now I don't have to carry that heavy thing with me everywhere I go without my bike.
I use a small cable & lock. That way I can lock up my helmet and also run it through my heavy leather jacket sleeve. Now I don't have to carry that heavy thing with me everywhere I go without my bike.
Ive never bought into the "if you got a $40 head buy a $40 helmet" thing. The most expensive helmet in the world is worth much less than my head. The only sure way to protect your head is not to ride. Guess Ill take my chances
Snell standards are different than DOT. They both have impact requirements, but Snell takes it a big step further with a more specific impact section (kinda like hitting it with a hammer). The Snell requirements end up making the helmet very firm, while the DOT tends to flex. There's been argument that for motorcycle riders, Snell is actually worse than DOT since the DOT helmet will flex while the Snell will not, therefore sending more shock to the rider's head. I believe it was the June '05 issue of Motorcyclist.
All snell helmets are DOT approved also...it's additional safety. Not one or the other.
All snell helmets are DOT approved also...it's additional safety. Not one or the other.
Of course. My point is that the stricter standards for Snell arguably are not always better for motorcyclists. A 1972 Impala will be in much better condition after a crash than a 2012 Impala, but the new car absorbs so much more of the crash than the '72, so it's safer for the driver (airbags notwithstanding, of course). The Snell is stronger and less flexible, which can transfer more of the shock to the rider's head.
Again, do your own research and make your own choices, folks.
I keep a padlock on the front axle, not only can i lock my helmet to it but i'm asked weekly what its for and everytime i make up something new to tell passersby.