Мотошлем должен иметь каждый мотоциклист, потому what exactly it protects the head and neck from various blows and injuries. Choosing a helmet is a responsible matter, because without this means of protection you can get very serious injuries that can lead to disability and even death. Therefore, without this accessory, it is better not to sit behind the wheel of a motorcycle.
Types of motorcycle helmets
The helmet "Integral" is a device thathas a very high degree of protection. The only disadvantages of helmets of this type can be considered as poor ventilation and heavy enough weight. "Integral" is a cross helmet that is suitable for sports riding.
Helmet type "Modular" has a high degree of protection. The design feature of such a helmet is a side arc that rises up. The disadvantages include its heavy weight and high cost.
Please note that helmets that closeonly two thirds of the head, have a very low level of security and do not guarantee the protection of the face and chin, but at the same time have good “audibility”, light weight and relatively low cost. The size of this type of helmet is very compact.
Motorcycle helmet consists of the following parts:
- outer shell;
- energy absorbing layer;
- a layer of soft fabric;
- chin strap.
Внешняя оболочка изготовлена из пластика или fiberglass. A helmet with a fiberglass outer shell is more expensive than a plastic one, but its service life is much longer. The inner part of the helmet consists of a styroform or polystyrene foam. It was she who absorbs most of the energy upon impact. Consequently, the more impact energy the inner part of the helmet absorbs, the less damage the head will receive. The inside of the helmet is usually covered with synthetic fabric. It can absorb a small amount of moisture, and this is necessary for a more comfortable ride.