Street Motorcycle Helmets

There are many styles of street motorcycle helmets that riders can purchase to ensure their safety when they are on the road. Among the designs that are most popular are full-face motorcycle helmets, which offer protection all around the head, from underneath the chin to under the base of the skull. This design includes a plastic shield over the face. Open-face helmets are another style purchased by riders. While this design provides coverage from the base of the skull to the forehead, many riders prefer choosing their own goggles to having an integrated face shield, as they feel they can hear better this way. Riders may also elect half helmets, which do not extend as far down the back of the head.

Choosing a Street Motorcycle Helmet

When selecting a street motorcycle helmet, riders must ensure that they choose helmets that fit properly. To do so, riders must know what size helmets they should select, as one that is loose will not provide as much safety as one that fits correctly. In addition to the style of the helmet, riders can also choose among different construction methods. Gear made from composite materials may be more expensive, but it is lighter and stronger. Riders should also examine the amount of ventilation that is built into the design. In the case of street motorcycle helmets, this can reduce the amount of fog that lines the face shield.

At Up North Sports, customers will find everyday discounts on safety gear, including street and off-road helmets and apparel. The company also carries a large selection of apparel and racing equipment at discount prices.