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09/11/2020 Helmets are more than just safety accessories these days. They are considered lifestyle accessories and buying a helmet is one of the most key decisions that you need to make after purchasing a two-wheeler. While doing that many people end up making a lot of mistakes and we have compiled 5 of the most common ones that you need to avoid while purchasing a new helmet.
Not buying according to needs
The most frequently made mistakes while purchasing a helmet is that of not considering your own needs and riding style. Unless you know what to expect out of the helmet you cannot possibly make the right decisions when you set foot in a motorcycle accessories shop near you. Find out what you want to do with the helmet. Are you planning to go on long-distance rides frequently? Or are you considering buying the helmet for inter-city commutes to office or college? Once this is clear, you can buy the best branded helmet which will complement your riding style as well as needs. For frequent long-distance touring, full-face helmets are a popular option. But if you are considering riding the motorcycle mostly within the city then an open face helmet may be the better choice for you.
Not getting the size right
The second most common mistake people make when purchasing a brand-new helmet for their motorcycling needs is that they do not get the size right. A loose-fitting helmet does not give any protection when it comes under impact during an accident. If the helmet does not fit snugly on your head, there is a very good chance that it will fly off as soon as you hit the pavement! Also, a loose-fitting helmet will waft around a lot in strong wind condition that is quite common on highways and open roads.
Going just for the looks
We completely understand that a motorcycle helmet is a lifestyle accessory in addition to being a lifesaving equipment but you should not just consider buying a helmet for how it looks! Always check the helmet for safety parameters that must be built into the helmet such as high-impact ABS shell, EPS inner shell, scratch resistant visor–all of which will keep you protected in the event of an accident. In addition to that, you will also need a helmet that has an easy-to-use strap mechanism so that you can wear the helmet and take it off conveniently without fussing over the strap.
Buying a cheap product
Most modern branded helmets do not cost more than a couple of cups of coffee at the high-end restaurant these days. Do not cut corners when it comes to investing in the quality of a motorcycle helmet because it can save your life and not buying the right helmet will definitely compromise your personal safety and leave you exposed to the dangers of the road. Cheap motorcycle helmets that you find on the footpath or in cheap accessory shops might not have all the necessary certifications for safety and while it might look like a great deal in terms of money, it actually is a big mistake which you must avoid.
Buying without certification
Continuing from the previous topic, safety certifications is among the common mistakes many motorcycle riders make when purchasing their helmets. Using a helmet without the proper certification can attract hefty fines from law authorities which you can simply avoid by purchasing a helmet that has all the necessary safety certification applicable in your country. If you are somebody who rides the motorcycle across international borders frequently, then you need to check with the destination country and find out what certifications are applicable there so that you don't end up in a legal problem with the police there.