April is "check your helmet" month for motorcycle riders Motorcycle Clothing Discuss April is "check your helmet" month for motorcycle riders in the Harley Products & Services forums; Harley-Davidson Encourages Motorcyclists to Make Sure Helmets Ready for Riding Having prepared their motorcycles and gear over the winter months, April is when many motorcyclists begin their riding season. April ...

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Harley-Davidson Encourages Motorcyclists to Make Sure Helmets Ready for Riding

Having prepared their motorcycles and gear over the winter months, April is when many motorcyclists begin their riding season. April is also "Check Your Helmet" month, and a good time for every rider to ensure they're properly protected with a few vital inspections.

Fit is Vital
A helmet must fit properly to be effective, and not all helmets fit the same. A well-fitting helmet should rest one inch above your eyebrows and shouldn't roll forward or sideways on your head. To ensure a comfortable fit that doesn't squeeze too tightly, wear a helmet for 15 minutes before making a final buying decision.
Helmets Don't Last Forever
Over time, exposure to UV rays and the aging of adhesives and components will damage a helmet's protective qualities. That's why manufacturers and the SNELL Foundation recommend that helmets be replaced every three to five years, depending on use. Every new Harley-Davidson helmet comes with a "purchased on date" sticker that can be placed under the comfort liner for a quick reference.
Keep it Clean
A clean and well-cared-for helmet will protect better and longer. Use a mild soap to wash the outer shell and internal liners. Never use solvents or chemicals for cleaning as they can destroy protective coatings.
One Drop and it's Done
A helmet is designed for only one impact. Even a small impact may fracture the outer shell or compress the impact-absorbing liner despite no visible damage. If a helmet has been dropped or suffers an impact, it should be immediately replaced.
Who to Ask?
Riders can learn more about helmet fit and care with the "Harley-Davidson Helmet" brochure available at Harley-Davidson dealers. Most Harley-Davidson dealers carry a wide range of helmet styles, including half-, three-quarter, full-face and modular designs.

You can also visit Browser Update Required for information about helmet styles, components, fit, care and replacement, as well as check out the selection of helmets offered by Harley-Davidson MotorClothes.

WOW, Joe you must be having an affair with your helmet and pimping for H-D dealerships. How about look your helmet over,clean it up(if you wear one) if you need a new one one shop around, J-P cycles ect. Make sure it is DOT approved. Ride Safe.

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Wow seems like a lot of work for yer Brain Bucket. Guess I wont use one