Harley Davidson Helmets

Even though

Harley Davidson Helmets

are good looking with plenty of style, it is a very important piece of protective equipment. Once you decide to get on your motorcycle, a helmet should be an automatic piece of gear that has a primary purpose, to guard the head and face from serious injury.

Safety comes first but you also want to make sure you are comfortable when you ride. If this is your first time deciding to wear a helmet or you have worn one for a long time, there are some basics that you will want to know. There are for major components that make up the Harley Davidson Helmets:

1. A rigid outer shell
2. Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) impact absorbing liner
3. Padding for added fit and comfort
4. A retention system

What is great about Harley Davidson Helmets is that all of their helmets meet Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements, with some even meeting SNELL approval. Founded in 1957, Snell is an independent not for profit organization that tests to make sure the helmets meet certain standards in the United States and around the world.

There are also for basic types of helmets that vary in price, but there is definitely one for you:

1. Harley Davidson Thermoplastic Helmets
2. Harley Davidson Fiberglass Helmets
3. Harley Davidson Hybrid Ultra Light Helmets
4. Harley Davidson Carbon Kevlar Helmets

From there you also choose from the half helmets, three quarter helmets, full face helmets and the modular helmets. Yes there is a lot to choose from so you will have to have an idea of what style you would like and what price range you would like to stay within, and you will do fine with your selection.

Something else to consider is that all Harley Davidson Helmets are backed by a limited one year warranty which will be detailed with the helmet you purchase. You also know you are getting the real thing when you buy your Harley Davidson Helmet and it come with a helmet bag with every helmet purchased. Okay it may not seem like a big deal, but this is a sure way that you have purchased an original Harley Davidson Helmet.

Harley Davidson Full Face Helmets

When you are looking for a new helmet, take a look at the

Harley Davidson Full Face Helmets

. This gives you full protection of the head and face. This is a good choice if you ride in colder weather, it will be much warmer, while there is flow through ventilation system that will keep you cool in warmer weather.

For the Harley Davidson Full Face Helmets, they start at around $150.00 have a fiberglass shell with double D ring chin strap, as well as, chin and forehead venting. The face shield is removable for some of the models, while others have a retractable shield. The full face helmets need to fit properly since they cover so much of your head and face. These helmets have sizes ranging from x-small to xx-large so there is a lot of variety there. In order to get a proper fit you can either go to a Harley Davidson dealer or read the article on “How to Fit Your Harley Davidson Helmet”. This way you have a choice and can start comparing prices.

One model with a fiberglass shell to take a look at is the Harley-Davidson Men’s Americana Hybrid Ultra-Light Full Face Helmet. Vented is $315.00 and weighs just over 3 pounds, making it an ultra light weight and comfortable to wear. The face shield is tool free if it needs to be removed or replaced. This model has replacement shields available and also comes in sizes starting at size small to XXL, making this model available for just about everyone. This model also comes with full venting at the chin along with the forehead.

Another model to look at is the Harley Davidson Ultra Light Torque Full Face Helmet, this one is just under $300.oo. This model has a hybrid fiberglass shell and it has a quick release face shield and has front and rear ventilation, with an even lighter weight of just 5 pounds. The helmet also has Nylex inner wicks for added comfort that are removable and washable. There are also Harley Davidson graphics on the front of the helmet as well as both sides of the helmet.

The Harley Davidson Full Face Helmets are very light considering how much of your head and face they do cover. What you will need to do is determine how much coverage you will need and how much you would like to spend before you make a decision. They are built strong and are very aerodynamic looking. If you need a full coverage helmet, this is the one for our.

Harley Davidson – Half Helmets

Harley Davidson makes a

Half Helmet

which is very popular mainly because they are small. There also more comfortable in hot weather because they only cover part of the, yet offer basic protection for your head.

The Harley Davidson half helmets come in two finishes, matte and gloss and vary in price starting at about $60.00 and go up from there based on the added features. Something you will have to take into consideration is where you will be riding and they type of conditions you may encounter. The half helmets come with or without a visor, so you will have to decide which type you would like. You may want to consider this helmet if you will be riding in a warmer climate or on the open road for a long period of time.

With the half helmet, they also come with a choice of having the ears open or covered so it depends on what you would prefer. Once you have an idea which helmet you would like, then it will be time to determine your size based on the size and shape of your head. So you do have a few options, to a store that sells them and try them on for size or watch the Harley Davidson Helmets Video to help determine your size. You can also go here to get an idea of how to measure yourself.

One helmet you may see a lot is the Embossed Skull Half Helmet. This helmet has a light weight fiberglass and Aramid shell whit a Double D ring chin strap for added comfort. Another big feature is the removable and also washable CoolMax liner. This one has no visor.

Another helmet to consider is the Harley Davidson Half Helmet with retractable visor. It also has all of the features as the Skull Half Helmet. This way you have an option if you want the visor or not. The size range on this one is from small to XX-large.

Whichever half helmet you decide to get, rest assure it will be a safe one. One good feature with this product line is the removable washable liner. For years many people would toss a helmet because well let’s just say after a while they do not smell pleasant.