03-16-2015, 06:30 PM
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Considering whether or not to wear a full face helmet? There is a lot of different variations from full face to no helmet. Choose the Proper Protective Equipment (PPE) that makes you feel comfortable. Some factors to consider:
Read the full discussion below to find out what forum members are wearing.
Read the full discussion below to find out what forum members are wearing.
Real Harley owners dont wear full face helmets?
#652
01-23-2013 | 05:05 PM
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From: Roseville, CA
#653
01-23-2013 | 05:33 PM
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From: Washington
#654
01-23-2013 | 05:52 PM
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From: A barrier island in NJ
Aside from the law, why wear a helmet? Yup, to protect your head and what's attached thereto in the case of a mishap. So, my question is: How much do you value your head and what's attached thereto?
I have to admit, when I started riding in the late '50's I never wore a helmet until my state passed a law in the latter part of the 1960's. Never thought much about it back then since I was young and invincible. I prefer my FF now except on the really hot days when I wear a 3/4 helmet. I have witnessed bike accidents with 1/2, 3/4, and FF helmet wearers, and it ain't pretty. One was a fatal accident and not the biker's fault, he was broadsided by a car that ran a stop sign (she was talking on the phone). He was wearing a 3/4 but was thrown so far he died of head injuries. It really does give one pause to think about it. I believe everyone should wear what they feel comfortable with, even if that means no helmet. For me, I have always worn one since it became law but I am still a loud voice for no laws requiring it.
I have to admit, when I started riding in the late '50's I never wore a helmet until my state passed a law in the latter part of the 1960's. Never thought much about it back then since I was young and invincible. I prefer my FF now except on the really hot days when I wear a 3/4 helmet. I have witnessed bike accidents with 1/2, 3/4, and FF helmet wearers, and it ain't pretty. One was a fatal accident and not the biker's fault, he was broadsided by a car that ran a stop sign (she was talking on the phone). He was wearing a 3/4 but was thrown so far he died of head injuries. It really does give one pause to think about it. I believe everyone should wear what they feel comfortable with, even if that means no helmet. For me, I have always worn one since it became law but I am still a loud voice for no laws requiring it.
#655
01-23-2013 | 09:54 PM
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I love the feeling of riding without a helmet. If I have a fairing a half helmet feels good and you do see much more especially in your peripheral view. But these days I do wear a full face. I split lanes at freeway speeds and live in a city of over 1 million people. With all the traffic and high speeds, I will deal with the 90 degree weather.
#657
01-28-2013 | 02:08 PM
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The next time jus kick the **** out of this madaf,,that break you ***** !! And dont be to sensible of stupid coment if you feel confy whit your ff is ok,is impotant to feel safe, but no helmet will protect you from your own prejudice if you dont feel like the harley fit you or do have complex of eny kind about jus go for your sport bike ,oder way beat the siht out of eny idiot to tell you what to do , no poser, no idols ,no clubs ,no society decide how to drive a legend
Last edited by supercan; 01-28-2013 at 02:19 PM.
#659
01-28-2013 | 04:58 PM
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From: Opposite Side of the Planet
The next time jus kick the **** out of this madaf,,that break you ***** !! And dont be to sensible of stupid coment if you feel confy whit your ff is ok,is impotant to feel safe, but no helmet will protect you from your own prejudice if you dont feel like the harley fit you or do have complex of eny kind about jus go for your sport bike ,oder way beat the siht out of eny idiot to tell you what to do , no poser, no idols ,no clubs ,no society decide how to drive a legend
#660
01-28-2013 | 05:00 PM
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From: 3rd Stone From The Sun
The next time jus kick the **** out of this madaf,,that break you ***** !! And dont be to sensible of stupid coment if you feel confy whit your ff is ok,is impotant to feel safe, but no helmet will protect you from your own prejudice if you dont feel like the harley fit you or do have complex of eny kind about jus go for your sport bike ,oder way beat the siht out of eny idiot to tell you what to do , no poser, no idols ,no clubs ,no society decide how to drive a legend