Classic Open Face Helmet - Ride In Class

by: JohnDaniele
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"Never leave home without it" as the bikers always say when it comes to helmets. No other protective headgear is as popular to motorcyclists as the reliable helmet whether it is a full face, a classic open face helmet, a half helmet, or even an open face retro DOT helmet. A helmet lives for one major purpose: motorcycle safety in terms of protecting the biker's head in case of an accident. In addition, the helmet also provides ear protection, eye and nose protection, and even proper ventilation and protection from the elements.

Why should we use a helmet in the first place? A helmet will certainly reduce injuries during accidents if it cannot prevent them entirely. Most of the fatal accidents can be easily avoided if the motorcyclists protect themselves particularly in the face or head area. During accidents, the impacts or skull injuries may cause injuries to the brain and result in death. Many people are not aware of the fact that a classic open face helmet can give better protection than the full-face helmet and save a life from death in a crash. The reminiscent rider may prefer an open face retro Dot helmet, which is made to safety standards. It is stylish and gives protection as well. However, Snell or DOT standards consider that a classic open face helmet is much better for the biker.

A classic open face helmet serves the purpose of protection as it covers the skull's base and back, although compared to a full-face, the former is more limited than the latter without the chin armor protection. The open face helmet, even one that comes with a face shield or visor, is somewhat at a disadvantage in offering protection from the wind, dust, insects, and other stray foreign objects. Some riders complement the classic open face helmet with goggles or sunglasses or nose and mouth guards.

Of course, there are many riders who prefer the classic open face helmet over other types since it gives complete protection without the compressing feeling of the full-face helmet and the inadequate feeling of a shorty. The open face helmet is airy enough and very comfortable yet can be fastened securely to give full protection to the biker. On the other hand, a shorty may shift and come undone in an accident. In fact, even an open face retro DOT helmet can provide a good protection not withstanding the retro colors and styles if it conforms to DOT safety standards.

To ride into the open wind on a sports motorcycle or a cruiser is one of the cherished enjoyments motorcyclists look forward to in every ride. Some will even say that if the rider cannot feel the wind on his face, it does not feel like riding a motorcycle at all. A rider thus opts for a classic open face helmet so that he can feel the rush of the wind on his face without the restriction of a face shield or a chin guard. Riding motorcycles after all, as they say, should be a breezily enjoyable and free-flowing experience!

About the Author

John Daniele is an expert on classic open face helmets. For details or to purchase a handcrafted, light-weight, fiberglass skid lid see www.helmetsrus.com To get 10% off your next purchase type in the coupon code: Video  

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