{"id":1359,"date":"2016-10-31T13:53:07","date_gmt":"2016-10-31T20:53:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drivinglife.net\/?p=1359"},"modified":"2024-01-16T16:14:54","modified_gmt":"2024-01-17T00:14:54","slug":"types-of-motorcycle-helmets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drivinglife.net\/types-of-motorcycle-helmets\/","title":{"rendered":"Types Of Motorcycle Helmets That You Should Know About"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Motorcycle helmets are extremely important in keeping riders alive. They protect the head, the face, the ears and are used for intercom purposes. While helmets may not always prevent serious injury should a fatal accident happen, putting them on reduces your chances of getting injured. Modern helmets are made of plastic and are reinforced with carbon fiber. For protection and comfort, they usually have fabric along with foam interiors. In the event of a crash, the helmet will break, which is what they\u2019re designed to do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
After the accident, the helmet will absorb the impact of the crash instead of the motorcyclist\u2019s head. As a result, they won\u2019t provide much protection after their initial crush. Motorcycle helmets come in a wide array of styles and features, and this makes wearing them more appealing than they once were. With so many designs on the market, choosing a helmet that will meet your needs can be a daunting task. Let\u2019s dive deep and look at the types of motorcycle helmets that you can wear and how you may need a specific type to stay safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Full face helmet<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
These helmets are designed to cover the whole head and most of the face, including the base of your skull. They also have a protective section that covers the chin. They come with a plastic shield for eyes and nose protection. If you are looking for the safest helmet, this helmet option is your best bet. They are used in rallies across the world and will offer you the best protection against head and face injury in the event of an accident. The drawback is that you are at risk of neck injury in the event of strong winds and the ride is not careful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Three-quarter shell<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
These types of helmets grant you protection for the forehead, the sides of the head, and the ears. They are ideal for riders who like to feel the cool breeze on their face when they\u2019re riding. Because three-quarter shell helmets are open-face, there\u2019s no eye protection in most designs. Be sure to buy separate eye gear if you\u2019re using these types of helmets. Better visibility is their biggest pro as they give you a clear view of the entire road without any obstacles from the helmet. Also, communication with this helmet is easier since the mouth is free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Half-shell<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
These types of helmets are not as popular as they are with cruisers, bikers, and scooters since they are designed to cover only the top of the head. It is half a helmet so it will offer you half protection in turn. A majority of riders like these helmets for comfort reasons. They are the super light that putting them on feels like nothing at all. Moreover, there\u2019s no pressure on the head, and they are easy to wear and carry around. Thanks to their design, they offer better visibility than all other types of motorcycle helmets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n