For safety's Sake, Ride Your Own Bike or Ride as a Group

For safety's Sake, Ride Your Own Bike or Ride as a Group

via LifeTips Motorcycle Tip of the Day on 3/31/12

When meeting up with another biker that you do not know for a ride it is best to bring your own bike. If you do not have one, ask a friend to borrow one, rent one or arrange a group ride so you are not put in a position of being under someone else's control. This will give you the advantage of deciding to end the date if things are not going the way you hoped they would. It also means your date will not have to drop you off at home. Meet in a public place and after the ride plan to sit at a restaurant or other public place for a while so your date cannot follow you home. If you are riding as a group, decide upon a destination that is not near your home to end the ride and go your separate ways.Make sure it is a well populated, well lit location. Riding during daylight hours is also a good idea because it allows a clearer view of what is happening around you and allows others to see you easier. You could also arrange to meet at a pre-arranged biker function that will have a ride or at least allow you to be in a group situation.


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What's your Style?

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What's your Style?

via LifeTips Motorcycle Tip of the Day on 3/27/12

Let's face it, if you do not like the helmet you choose, you are less likely to wear it and a helmet that is not on your head cannot help you out if you are in an accident. There is a wide variety of shapes, sizes and colors of helmets available. Some of them have graphics on them, some are plain. The one you choose should reflect your personal style as well as match your bike if you wish. Motorcycle helmets with graphics usually cost quite a bit more than their plain counterparts of the same quality, but again, the amount you wish to spend is up to you and you will certainly be more likely to wear it if you like it and if it fits properly. Comfort and proper fit is another factor to consider when purchasing a helmet. It can have the coolest graphics in the world but if it doesn't fit right, it will be useless to you in the event of an accident. You can always dress up a plain colored helmet yourself and save some money. Adding graphics, reflective tape or even painting a picture on a plain helmet are all possibilities. Finally, once you do find the helmet you really like, try it on to insure a comfortable and proper fit.


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Face Coverage Choices

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Face Coverage Choices

via LifeTips Motorcycle Tip of the Day on 3/28/12

When it comes to choosing a motorcycle helmet you there is a variety of face coverage options to pick from. You can purchase a full-coverage open-face helmet, a shorty or half helmet as it is known or a full-face helmet which will come with a chinbar. The full-face helmet with chinbar has been found to give the most protection in various studies. If you choose a helmet with a chinbar it should be covered with the same EPS liner that the inside of the helmet is covered in. The EPS liner is a hard Styrofoam-type foam that is responsible for absorbing the energy of an impact. There are also helmets available with flip-up facial sections which are known as modular. Once you decide on the helmet face coverage style you will then want to consider a faceshield which should have the certification information molded into it. For a proper fit the shield needs to seal all the way around the edge of the helmet opening, be easy to operate and stay in position when it is raised. You can also get anti-fog and anti-scratch coatings on the faceshield and you should choose one that has these options for best performance.


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Educate Yourself

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Educate Yourself

via LifeTips Motorcycle Tip of the Day on 3/26/12

Some people will tell you a Snell approved helmet is best, some will tell you a DOT approved helmet is best and others will simply say it doesn't matter that any helmet will do. The fact is it does matter. DOT approved helmets are able to soak up a large amount of impact energy. They are also known to prevent most types of penetration as well as have a fastening system that will hold up to significant force according to the standards for DOT certification. A DOT approved helmet will have a sticker on the back stating that it is approved. However, do not just take the sticker at face value, do your homework and make sure the manufacturer of the helmet is DOT approved. Snell approved helmets are tested for roll-off capability, dynamic strength and penetration in addition to impact, anvil and shield testing. Ultimately it is your decision which helmet to purchase. Do your homework, understand what each test means and figure out which helmet is right for you. The helmet that will do the most for the rider in the event of an accident will protect the head, face and neck which is what they are expected to do.


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How to Store Your Helmet

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How to Store Your Helmet

via LifeTips Motorcycle Tip of the Day on 3/23/12

When you are not wearing your helmet you will want to make sure you store it in the proper way to insure that it does not get damaged. Most helmet manufacturers' include proper storage instructions with their helmets and you should take the time to read those. Before putting your helmet into storage, even if it is just for the day, put it in a helmet bag. This will help protect your helmet from scratches and dings that could damage the outer shell of your helmet. Never store your helmet where there is excessive heat or cold. The interior of your helmet will disintegrate easily if exposed to harsh conditions such as gasoline, exhaust fumes, chemicals, heat or cold. Finally, store your helmet laying flat. Do not hang your helmet from the side of your bike. Remember, accidents happens and keeping your helmet laying flat on a shelf will help insure that it does not easily get knocked off. The better care you take of your helmet, the longer life it will have. Cracked helmets are useless. The worst part is you might not see the crack until something happens and your helmet does not hold up. Proper storage is as important as choosing the proper helmet.


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