Are You Ready to Ride?
Helmets and Eye Protection
Your helmet
is
your
most important
piece
of riding
gear because it
offers
the
best
protection
against
head
injuries.
A helmet
should fit your head
comfortably
and
securely. A bright-colored
helmet and
reflective
strips can
make
you more
noticeable in
traffic.
An
open-face
helmet
offers
some
protection, but a full-face
helmet
offers
more.
Regardless of the
style,
look
for
a
DOT (Department
of
Transportation)
sticker in
any
helmet you
buy
(USA
only).
Always
wear
a
face shield or goggles to
protect
your eyes
and
help
your
vision.
AWARNING
Not wearing a helmet increases
the chance of serious injury or
death in a
crash.
Be sure you and your passenger
always wear a
helmet,
eye
protection,
and other protective
apparel when you
ride.
Additional
Riding Gear
In addition
to a
helmet
and eye
protection,
we also recommend:
•
Sturdy boots
with non-slip sales
to
help
protect your
feet and
ankles
.
•
Leather
gloves to help protect your
hands.
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