Riding a motorcycle is one of the cheapest and most convenient mode of transportation for many. Riding a motorcycle also comes with its risks and discomfort, and for most motorcyclists, taking safety precaution should be their top priority. Every serious motorcyclist knows first-hand that wearing the safety gear can save his or her life during a motorcycle crash. Most crash victims survived because they were wearing a good quality helmet and protective gear and came away with only minor injuries.
The two main purposes of wearing proper motorcycle apparel are for comfort and protection. Proper fitting apparel will help you stay comfortable when encountering various weather condition. The protective gear will help prevent or reduce injuries such as abrasions, burns, and broken bones that can be sustained in a motorcycle crash if the rider is not wearing motorcycle safety gear.
The top most important piece of protective gear a rider should wear is the motorcycle helmet. A proper fitting safety helmet can save the life of the rider by reducing the numbers of fatal head injuries. Statistics show that most motorcycle crash victims are likely to suffer from fatal head injuries. There is a big difference in the severity of brain injuries between those who wore proper safety helmets and those who did not, or wore poor quality helmets.
The helmet should be of good fit. It should fit snugly around your head. It should have proper padding inside the helmet shell that can be removed for regular washing to avoid unpleasant sweaty odour. The straps should be of durable material that will not break easily. Preferably choose helmet with a face visor for protection against particles and bug from hitting your face. The visor will also protect from cold wind or the strong glare of the sun.
Another important piece of protective gear a rider should put on is the motorcycle riding jacket. When we mention motorcycle jacket, the first image that appeared in our mind is the black leather kind of jacket we used to see bikers wear in the movie. Nowadays, there is a wide range of good quality jackets made from various types of good quality materials to ensure safety, comfort and give you’re a stylish look.
An all-weather motorcycle jacket should fit the rider without causing uncomfortable or restrict movement when riding. A jacket should be put on and tried in a sitting position and not when standing straight up because you will be sitting most of the time on a motorcycle. Jacket should fit nicely around your body and shouldn’t be too bulky.
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