I had a bell on my bike that was from my brittany spaniel that died. I took it off this past spring for some reason,and I had a lot of electrical problems after that. Coincedence I guess. I always wear a helmet.
I'm putting the bell back on for next year,though. I never have been given a riding bell though.[]
I have always had the bell figured if I get hit I'll be dead anyway, well I was wrong got hit head on from a car cossing over center lane to mine took my left leg off above the knee but did'nt touch the bell or my head.
Bell? A Helmet for me, a full face model at that.Along with a padded jacket,jeans,gloves,and boots.I ride hard,I can't do that comfortably or confidently when I'm not protected.
Both, wife gave me the bell so on it went. Although Colorado is a free state for now I still wear a helmet, usually just a beanie because it's my choice.