{"id":14422,"date":"2016-06-23T17:41:03","date_gmt":"2016-06-23T10:41:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/thai.webike.net\/news\/?p=14422"},"modified":"2017-02-17T10:59:07","modified_gmt":"2017-02-17T03:59:07","slug":"measure-your-helmet-size","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thai.webike.net\/news\/en\/measure-your-helmet-size.html","title":{"rendered":"Buyer\u2019s Guide for Helmet"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Basic Knowledge of Motorcycle Helmets<\/b><\/h2>\n

Helmets are deeply related to the pursuit of comfort or safety during your ride or in case you fall. Here we would like to give you some basic tips on how to choose your helmet, such as selecting the adequate type for your intended use, or measuring the right size that fits your head.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Motorcycle helmet types<\/b><\/h2>\n

Even when the same term \u201chelmet\u201d is used, there are lots of types.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
\u00a0\"\"<\/a><\/td>\nFull face helmets<\/b><\/p>\n

Good<\/span><\/p>\n

* They are safe because the whole head will be covered.<\/span><\/p>\n

* The aerodynamic configuration reduces the fatigue during high-speed riding.<\/span><\/p>\n

* They match with various riding scenes, from track racing to street riding.<\/span><\/p>\n

Bad<\/span><\/p>\n

* It\u2019s hot during the summer, though they have air ventilation feature.<\/span><\/p>\n

* They are too bulky to carry about.<\/span><\/p>\n

* The view is narrow.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\u00a0\"\"<\/a><\/td>\nModular helmets<\/b><\/p>\n

Good<\/span><\/p>\n

* They pick the best of a full face helmet and a jet helmet.<\/span><\/p>\n

* You can take them on\/off even while wearing glasses.<\/span><\/p>\n

* You can eat without taking them off.<\/span><\/p>\n

Bad<\/span><\/p>\n

* The protection performance level will be inferior compared to full face helmets.<\/span><\/p>\n

* They are heavy compared to jet helmets.<\/span><\/p>\n

* Sometimes they cannot be used on track courses.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\u00a0\"\"<\/a><\/td>\nJet helmets (sport type) <\/b><\/p>\n

Good<\/span><\/p>\n

* They feel cool, for the chin area is open.<\/span><\/p>\n

* The view is wide and expansive.<\/span><\/p>\n

* You can take them on\/off even while wearing glasses.<\/span><\/p>\n

* You can eat without taking them off.<\/span><\/p>\n

Bad<\/span><\/p>\n

* The protection performance level of the chin area is low. <\/span><\/p>\n

* They are too bulky to carry about.<\/span><\/p>\n

* They often cannot be used on track courses.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\u00a0\"\"<\/a><\/td>\nJet helmets (casual type) <\/b><\/p>\n

Good<\/span><\/p>\n

* Many of them are elaborately designed and stylish.<\/span><\/p>\n

* If shields are attachable, you can ride in the rain.<\/span><\/p>\n

* The shell are made rather small, and easy to carry.<\/span><\/p>\n

Bad<\/span><\/p>\n

* They are less safe compared to full face or jet helmets.<\/span><\/p>\n

* The shields are often fastened with three buttons, and they sometimes come off.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\u00a0\"\"<\/a><\/td>\nHalf helmets<\/b><\/p>\n

Good<\/span><\/p>\n

* The helmets are small and easy to carry.<\/span><\/p>\n

* Easy to take them on\/off, for they only have the head part.<\/span><\/p>\n

Bad<\/span><\/p>\n

* Safety level is low, for they only protect your head.<\/span><\/p>\n

* They might come off when you receive an external impact, and it might be dangerous.<\/span><\/p>\n

* Some of them can only be used for bikes whose displacement volume is under 125cc, <\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0 and you need to be careful when buying them. (*Japanese Standard)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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\n<\/a><\/td>\n		Off-road helmets<\/b><\/p>\n

Good<\/span><\/p>\n

* The visor will guard your view from the mud thrown up by the preceding bike.<\/span><\/p>\n

* They are easy to breathe, for the chin guards bulge out.<\/span><\/p>\n

* In many cases, you can find a helmet with the same color pattern as the off-road jersey shirt, and you can unify your style.<\/span><\/p>\n

Bad<\/span><\/p>\n

* Most off-road helmets do not come with shields. You will need goggles in that case.<\/span><\/p>\n

* Some off-road helmets are not allowed to use on public roads, so you need to be careful when buying one.<\/span><\/p>\n

* Most off-road helmets assume the use on off-road courses, and their shock resistant ability might be inferior to full face helmets.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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