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Message started by Gort on 06/16/09 at 10:13:30

Title: Helmet testing:
Post by Gort on 06/16/09 at 10:13:30

Everyone should read this before buying a helmet:

http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/gearbox/motorcycle_helmet_review/index.html

Title: Re: Helmet testing:
Post by Mr. Hyde on 06/16/09 at 11:14:13

I was gonna write a long winded story about helmet testing but I'll save it for another day when I'm really p1$$ed about something. Helmets in Canada have to have a CSA (Canadian Safety Association - same as DOT) sticker specifying that they have been tested safe. Back in '95 I contacted the CSA and challenged them on their safety testing. After a struggle they admitted in writing that they don't test any helmets. It was up to the manufacturer to supposedly do the testing and then apply to the CSA saying that they have met the standard required. The CSA than sells them the stickers to put on the helmet. What a load.

Title: Re: Helmet testing:
Post by PTRider on 06/16/09 at 19:56:46

Here's the British SHARP helmet test routine and their list of helmets tested.
http://sharp.direct.gov.uk/about-sharp/

Note that in some cases these helmet lines (or same helmet with a different model name) aren't sold in the U.S. or Canada.