FeelingWow! Magazine

Many who ride motorcycles always wear their helmet. But it’s a rare drive where you don’t see someone who is choosing not to wear a motorcycle helmet. Are they crazy? What are the reasons to wear a helmet?

Why would anyone in their right mind not wear a motorcycle helmet? There are many reasons. Some feel they cannot afford one. Others where it is not the law choose not to because they can. Many argue they like the freedom of choice.

There are also always tales within the cycling community about how someone was badly injured or even killed because of their helmet, similar to stories about deadly seatbelts. These may inspire some riders to feel safer without one.

However, nothing could be further from the truth. When riding a motorcycle, the best way to protect yourself is by wearing a motorcycle helmet. Studies have shown that helmets drastically reduce motorcycle related fatalities and injuries.

Many motorcyclists live by the idea that a rider has either been in an accident, or will eventually be in one. This is because motorcyclists can be difficult to see, and a motorcycle is more prone than other vehicles to certain types of accidents.

The risk of major and minor accidents is the reason to always wear a motorcycle helmet, even for a short ride. They will help to prevent major injury to your head and neck f you have an accident.

Always remember to never buy a helmet used. If the helmet has been dropped or struck in an accident, it won’t protect you, in the same way a bumper loses integrity after a crash. And you can often not tell if it has lost that integrity.

If you are still unconvinced that you should be wearing a motorcycle helmet, check your city and state regulations. You may be surprised to find that you and any passengers are required to wear them by law.