Misconception About Motorcycle Helmet Safety

If you like the feeling of driving in the open road with nothing but wind and sun rays on your face, you must be a motorcycle enthusiast. Riding and handling one of these powerful machines requires exceptional skills and strength. 

However, as a motorcyclist, you should be aware of all the dangers around you. Even the slightest mistake could cause you to slide, roll over, fall down and end up in a collision.

The question is: How do you protect yourself from paying the ultimate price?

Luckily, most of the protective gear is mandatory by the state laws. You cannot just hop on and ride your bike into the sunset. You need to have the right type of gear and your helmet on all the time.

There are some common misconceptions about motorcycle helmets. Here are some of these “myths” and “urban legends” that you should be aware of.

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The Extra Weight Will Break Your Neck

There are stories and theories that wearing that extra weight on your neck will cause more force and break your neck if the accident occurs. However, that is nothing more than nonsense. If you ever rode a motorcycle, you know the types of comforts that your helmet provides:

• It protects you from the wind in your eyes
• It gives you a clear vision of the road in front
• It protects your eyes from flies and other small bugs
• It isolates the sounds, allowing you to feel your engine revving and hear everything around you better
• It protects your head in case of an accident

The helmet is a motorcyclist’s best friend, one that will protect you from smashing your head in case of an accident. If you ever find yourself in a motorcycle accident, speak with Los Angeles Motorcycle Accident Lawyers and seek their help in obtaining the compensation for your damages.

A Skilled Rider Does Not Need A Helmet

Another beginner's mistake is thinking that once you gain the “expert status” (as in spend years riding your motorcycle), you do not have to wear your helmet anymore. However, this is yet another misconception, as everyone is required by the law to wear a protective helmet at all time while riding the motorcycle, regardless of the skill. Even if you are a passenger, you are required to wear one for your own safety.

Helmet Will Block Your Vision in Rain and Fog

If you are riding a motorcycle in the rain, you should be aware that the rain may impair your vision. However, it is not because of the helmet; your visor is the one that will provide you with a clear vision even though it is raining outside. You may get a slightly impaired vision due to your speed.

If you are riding in extreme weather conditions, be extremely careful and lower your speed to increase your safety. Your helmet will not only keep your head dry but also protect you from the elements and allow you to see better.

If you find yourself in a motorcycle accident caused by someone else’s negligence, our Personal Injury Attorneys in Los Angeles will help you file a claim and secure the compensation you deserve.