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8. Test the retention system (chin strap)
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Put your hands on the back of the helmet and
try to push the helmet off by rotating it forward.
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Put your hands on the front of the helmet above
your forehead (or on the chin guard) and try to push
the helmet off by rotating backward.
Warning!
If helmet comes off or shifts over your eyes, try another size or another model or brand.
You must be able to see the edge in your upper field of vision.
Repeat steps 3 throught 8 until you find a helmet that fits your head snugly and securely.
Using Your Helmet Correctly
Warning!
To reduce the risk of serious injury or death and to help prevent damage to your helmet :
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Never adjust your helmet accessories while riding – Only make helmet adjustments when
stopped.
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Never drop your helmet – Dropping your helmet may crack the shell or damage the
protective foam. The damage may not be visible. Your helmet is only designed for ONE impact.
Refer to "Helmet Replacement" for more information on what to do after helmet has been
dropped.
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Never wear anything between your head and your helmet – this may reduce the
effectiveness of your helmet.
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Never hang or hook your helmet on anything including mirror stalks or sissy bars -
Doing so may cause damage to the helmet protective foam or liner.
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Never use insect repellent on or around your helmet – insect repellant may damage your
helmet's shield, shell, protective foam, or other components.
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Never expose helmet to gasoline or gasoline fumes – Gasoline may damage your helmet's
shield, shell, protective foam, or other components.
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Never use a dark or tinted face shield at night or in low visibility conditions.
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Never ride with the modular chin bar in the open position.
- If you have any questions on what other substances may damage your helmet, please contact us.
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Always wear eye protection – If you are not using a helmet with a face shield, always wear eye
protection when riding. Always lock your face shield in place when you are riding.
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Always be alert for sounds – Your helmet may impair your hearing. However, your helmet is not
a form of hearing protection.
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Always store your helmet in its helmet bag when not in use to help reduce accidental surface
damage.
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Warning!
To reduce the risk of serious injury or death, always use your helmet correctly.
Inspect your helmet
To ensure that your helmet is in the best condition to maximize your protection, always inspect
your helmet for damage before riding :
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Check the shield and shield ratchet – re-tighten shield ratchet screws if necessary.
Be sure not to over-tighten any screws. Plastic base plate screws can break and plastic screws can
strip the screw sleeves if over-tightened.
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Check visor screws – retighten if necessary. Be sure not to over-tighten any screws. Center
screw can break and visor screws can strip the screw sleeves if over-tightened.
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Check for helmet damage. – If your helmet is damaged or cracked, stop using it immediately.
See "Helmet Replacement" section for further information.
If your helmet has been dropped, you may not be able to see the damage.
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Check for worn or damaged parts. Plastic components may wear out over time.
If you find worn or damaged parts, replace them or purchase a new helmet.
See "Replacement Parts" for information on parts replacement.
Warning!
If parts fall off while riding, your vision may be blocked which could cause an accident.
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Check the retention system (chin strap) for damage.
If it is frayed or ripped, replace the helmet.
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Check that all pads are in place. Both of the cheek pads and the crown pads must be in place.
Check Your Face Shield
If your face shield is scratched or damaged it may reduce the visibility-replace if necessary.
Always make sure you can see well enough to safely operate your motorcycle.
Fasten the Retention System
Fasten the retention system (chin strap) as tight as possible under your jaw without causing pain.
There must be no slack in the strap, and the strap must be snug up against your jaw.
If the retention system is not tight, your helmet may become dislodged or knocked off in an accident.
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