Personally I prefer a full face helmet but any helmet is better than no helmet. Some times I wonder if we are any different than Harley riders.... the our way is the is only way syndrome.
Yep, well said! I ride with a number of different types of riders (bikes, dress, helmets, etc.). The "what" they wear and "how" they dress is a non-issue compared to enjoying our bikes and the rides'
Do I wish they'd choose ATGATT? Absolutely! They are aware of my 2 major "get-offs" and how the gear saved my life, but still opt to wear different style clothing (beanie helmet or 3/4 helmet). I've ridden with a couple of FJR owners who wear a 3/4 helmet and leather vest. Would that be my choice? Not really!
Zorkler, I understand your freedom of choice. I remember the days of my past wearing a 3/4 helmet (there were no full face) and leather gloves with my
de riguer Levis and T-shirt. That's why I wear mesh clothing today. I want to "feel" the wind and temp changes, etc. Its part of the riding experience.
Zork, my friend, take all of the above posts with the intent I believe they were sent....the others would like to see you better protect yourself as that's the option they've chosen. Everyone has enjoyed their participation on this thread and tried to do so with a bit of
levity..er..
jocularity..uhm..humor (though a bit "backhanded").
Toss that helmet, or hang it on the garage wall as a reminder, because its effectiveness is severely diminished (even from just hitting the ground and "flexing"). IMO it is just a piece of artwork, suitable for framing. YMMV.
And
for the record: I've forgotten to "hook" my chinstrap. I've had to pull off a freeway ramp and "buckle" it. It occaisionally happens to some of us.......
