Everyday we hear about stories of horrific traffic accidents causing death or permanent injury. All motorcycle riders live with the danger of head injury in case of road accident. If you are thrown from your bike the first body part which will hit the ground is your head. Head injury can be fatal or lead to debilitating conditions. So wearing a helmet always is a must for it may be the only thing standing between you and death in case of a crash.

Modern motorcycle helmets have two parts. The outer hard shell prevents penetration by any sharp object and provides inner foam layer with added protection during impact. The inner layer is not only for comfort but also provides protection by cushioning your head during impact.  It basically absorbs the energy of the violent impact and minimizes damage to your head.

Now that you know the importance of helmets you need to choose the right one for maximum protection. There are many different types of helmets providing degrees of protection. Open face helmets give you better access to the face and allow airflow while flip out helmets offer protection with easy access. However, full face helmets offer the best protection. When it comes to choosing the right helmet maximum protection should be the most important criteria and full face helmets provide you just that.

What are full face helmets? They cover your entire head and include a rear protection for back of your skull as well as chin bar. They also come with a transparent face shield that can be swiveled up and down for better access. This is called and visor. One cannot negate the added protectiveness this type of helmet offers. Many riders dislike the extra heat, reduced sound and lack of wind.

However, these are small compromises when it comes to personal security and safety. In case of a crash it is very important that your helmet stays on your head firmly. The solid chin strap of full face helmets ensures that. Studies have shown that 35% of all crashes lead to impact in the chin bar area. Hence wearing a modular helmets with less protection can lead to tragic results.