| If you have a motorbike or are considering buying | | | | a lower degree of protection. You'll find that it |
| one, then a motorcycle helmet is an absolute | | | | doesn't have any protection for your chin. |
| necessity. Indeed, in many parts of the world, it is a | | | | It's generally worn with goggles or a visor, depending |
| legal obligation to buy one. | | | | on the preference of the rider. Given that it leaves |
| Walking into a motorcycle accessories stockist, you | | | | the rider feeling more exposed, it tends to be |
| may be confused by the range of helmets on offer. | | | | preferred by those looking for more freedom in their |
| Fortunately, things aren't quite so daunting as they | | | | riding experience. |
| first seem. | | | | A compromise between protection and exposure is |
| Let's take a closer look at the four main different | | | | provided by flip up helmets. These will also allow you |
| types of motorbike helmets that are available. | | | | to talk to other people more easily, while still wearing |
| The first is the full face helmet, which is ideal for | | | | your helmet. |
| those who want to feel better protected. These | | | | Finally, you'll find that there are a range of off road |
| helmets provide full cover for your face, including a | | | | helmets. These are aimed at those wishing to take |
| hinged visor. | | | | place in motocross and other such sports. |
| As a result, a full face helmet is perfect for providing | | | | If you've ever tried to ride in such an event then |
| protection from the elements. It also offers greater | | | | you'll know the importance of keeping all of that mud |
| protection that some other alternatives in case of an | | | | and grit away from your face! |
| accident. | | | | The four types of helmet listed above are all available |
| An open face motorbike helmet, by contrast, offers | | | | for purchase within the UK. |