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Debunking common motorcycle safety myths

There are a lot of myths that go around about motorcycles, especially when it comes to safety. These myths may confuse motorcycle riders and could even make them believe something that could put their lives in jeopardy. Here are a few motorcycle safety myths that need to get debunked in Pennsylvania.

Helmets

There are a lot of safety myths that involve motorcycle helmets. One of the most common myths is that a helmet will obstruct your vision and your hearing, so you won’t be able to perceive danger as well as if you weren’t wearing one.

This myth is false because helmets actually do the opposite, they can improve your hearing and your vision. By having a visor, your eyes will get protected from debris and wind, so you will be easier for you to see in front of you. Motorcycle helmets also reduce the amount of noise caused by the wind, so your hearing will be more precise.

Another myth that involves helmets is that your helmet will only make accidents worse. This myth believes that the increased weight on your head caused by the helmet will result in a higher likelihood of receiving neck injury in a motor vehicle accident. This also isn’t true, because statistics show that wearing a helmet actually reduces the likelihood of receiving a neck injury.

Loud Pipes

Another common myth is that if you get a motorcycle with extremely loud pipes, it will increase your levels of safety because the loud noises will alert other people on the road of your location. Due to the fact that a motorcycle’s exhaust pipes are at the back of the bike, cars in front of you likely won’t hear you, so it won’t increase your safety. Instead of getting really loud exhaust pipes, wearing bright colors is a better way to increase your safety on the road because they make it easier to spot you.

Motorcycles are less safe than cars, so you need to take extra precautions to ensure your safety. It’s important that you research claims made about motorcycle safety, so you don’t believe something that may end up hurting you instead of helping you.