If helmets weren't compulsory, would YOU wear one? - SV650.org

12-06-14, 05:40 AM

As title.
Interested in the answer, the few states in America that helmet wearing isn't compulsory, a lot of riders don't wear them.

12-06-14, 05:57 AM

I feel vulnerable without leathers let alone without a helmet. I'd wear one regardless. At the end of the day my kids want their dad to come home.

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rapidgaz · 12-06-14, 06:18 AM

Yep I still would. As dkid said about being vulnerable. also had a fair bit off gravel rash as a spotty teenager. I think leathers should be compulsory to.

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tj2 · 12-06-14, 06:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rapidgaz

I think leathers should be compulsory to.

A dangerous reply.

STRAMASHER · 12-06-14, 07:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rapidgaz

I think leathers should be compulsory to.

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FFS

... and approved hi-viz and approved gloves and boots and airbag jackets and tougher bike tests and (more) approved bhp restrictions.

Lets make it impossible for the young team to even contemplate getting a bike.

Littlepeahead · 12-06-14, 07:22 AM

It covers up my gingerness so maybe I should just wear one all the time, even off the bike.

pookie · 12-06-14, 07:23 AM

yes as with the same reason I wear a bicycle helmet.

littleoldman2 · 12-06-14, 07:33 AM

Yes. Helmets should not be compulsory for the over 18's.

Sir Trev · 12-06-14, 07:44 AM

Have never ridden on the road without one so it would feel odd not to now. So probably would still wear one.

12-06-14, 07:58 AM

Have ridden on Forestry Commission roads minus lid (30-40mph)
Felt wonderful but vulnerable/naughty but nice.
Could not ride on the roads without.......

"Gas it w###a".........

View Poll Results: Given the choice, would you wear a helmet?
Yes, I would wear a helmet, all the time.	69	86.25%
No, I'm a rebel, I'd ignore the risk	1	1.25%
Sometimes, depends on circumstances	8	10.00%
If Keith D doesn't wear one, I won't...	2	2.50%
Voters: 80. You may not vote on this poll

12-06-14, 05:40 AM	#1
Specialone Guest Posts: n/a	If helmets weren't compulsory, would YOU wear one? As title. Interested in the answer, the few states in America that helmet wearing isn't compulsory, a lot of riders don't wear them.

12-06-14, 05:57 AM	#2
dkid Guest Posts: n/a	If helmets weren't compulsory, would YOU wear one? I feel vulnerable without leathers let alone without a helmet. I'd wear one regardless. At the end of the day my kids want their dad to come home. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

12-06-14, 06:18 AM	#3
rapidgaz Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: manchester Posts: 402	If helmets weren't compulsory, would YOU wear one? Yep I still would. As dkid said about being vulnerable. also had a fair bit off gravel rash as a spotty teenager. I think leathers should be compulsory to. Sent down the wires from home

12-06-14, 07:22 AM	#6
Littlepeahead Member Mega Poster Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: The Saaarrrfff Posts: 2,908	Re: If helmets weren't compulsory, would YOU wear one? It covers up my gingerness so maybe I should just wear one all the time, even off the bike. __________________ Tender is the day, The demons go away, Lord I need to find, Someone who can heal my mind...

12-06-14, 07:23 AM	#7
pookie Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Essex Posts: 938	Re: If helmets weren't compulsory, would YOU wear one? yes as with the same reason I wear a bicycle helmet. __________________ "an unedifying exercise in postmodern, operatic grunge" Was - 2000 Candy blue sv650s -2003 Sonic silver sv1000s Gone - 2007 Wildfire Orange Ninja zx6r Now - 2010 Triton blue sv650s -Back to the future

12-06-14, 07:33 AM	#8
littleoldman2 Member Mega Poster Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Cramlington Northumberland where we are truely blessed Posts: 1,388	Re: If helmets weren't compulsory, would YOU wear one? Yes. Helmets should not be compulsory for the over 18's. __________________ used to be littleoldman but forgot password due to failing memory

12-06-14, 07:44 AM	#9
Sir Trev Member Mega Poster Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: High Wycombe, where the chair factories used to be Posts: 1,479	Re: If helmets weren't compulsory, would YOU wear one? Have never ridden on the road without one so it would feel odd not to now. So probably would still wear one. __________________ We are the Goon Squad and we're coming to town, BEEP BEEP!

12-06-14, 07:58 AM	#10
CharleyFarley Guest Posts: n/a	If helmets weren't compulsory, would YOU wear one? Have ridden on Forestry Commission roads minus lid (30-40mph) Felt wonderful but vulnerable/naughty but nice. Could not ride on the roads without....... "Gas it w###a".........

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