Motorcycle Helmet Performance: Blowing the Lid Off

[CarlS]

I had posted the link to this article on our old forum. The topic of helmet ratings surfaced on another forum and I dug around and re-discovered this article. It is long, but contains worthwhile and good information. Be sure to read the Snell Foundations' response. It also debunks the $50 head, $50 helmet myth.

Motorcycle Helmet Performance: Blowing the Lid Off
Searching for the truth behind motorcycle helmet design, helmet standards and actual head protection

http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/gearbox/motorcycle_helmet_review/index.html

 

[DaveM]

Yes I remember this from the old forum good read :y115:

 

[avion]

yes, it's a very good read.

I'm not altogether convinced with the SHARP rating method though.

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[CarlS]

I think it is more realistic for real world riding than are Snell and DOT methods. I have not studied the EU method enough to comment on it; but I do like their standards. I deliberately avoid Snell rated helmets as these helmets are harder absorbing less energy, and transmitting more shock to the skull. At my age and declining brain power, I don't need any more shock to my skull! :y114: