A reminder that April is “Check Your Helmet Month.”
It doesn’t matter what type of helmet you need, motocross, cruising, full face helmet, half helmet, three quarter helmet, modular helmet, flip helmet, it doesn’t matter. The most important thing is that you are wearing a helmet regardless of whether or not your state has a helmet law or not. When in the market for a new helmet, pick somebody you can trust. It is a good idea that you visit a shop and check the fit of the type & brand of helmet you wish to buy. Then find your best deal online. Most online companies offer free shipping on helmets.
As the weather gets warmer and the snow stops falling, riding season starts to swing into high gear! Before you uncover that scooter and perform all your routine maintenance and function tests on your scooter, make sure your helmet is ready for those weekend rides. Better yet, Sturgis is only a few months away. There are a few simple rules to follow to make sure that your helmet is ready for riding:
1. Fit - A helmet must fit properly to be effective, and not all helmets fit the same. A good fitting helmet should rest one inch above your eyebrows and shouldn’t roll forward or sideways on your head. To ensure a comfortable fit, wear a helmet for 15 minutes before making a final buying decision.
2. They don’t last forever - manufacturers and the SNELL Foundation recommend helmets be replaced every three to five years, depending on use. Glues, resins and other helmet materials break down over time and can make a helmet less effective.
3. Keep it clean - a clean and well cared for helmet will protect better and longer. Use a mild soap to wash the outer shell and internal liners. Never use solvents or chemicals for cleaning as they can destroy protective coatings.
4. Mirrors are not hangers - hanging a helmet on a motorcycle’s mirror can damage the impact absorbing liner inside.
Remember, don’t neglect your other gear. Jafrum provides some of the best prices on the internet for motorcycle apparel and gear.
What are you waiting for? Get out there to the garage, uncover that scooter, giver her a good wash while checking to make sure everything works. Most of all, protect your most prized possession… your head!




