Wearing The Right Gear Can Make The Difference In A Crash

By now, all bikers
should know that wearing motorcycle helmets greatly increases their
chances of walking away from a crash. But others may not be aware
of the protection that their apparel offers.
The city of Reno recently played host to Street Vibrations, a
massive gathering of bikers that was considered to be quite a
successful event. In light of having so many bikers on the road,
Channel 2 KLTV Reno recently talked to some safety experts about
the right things riders can do to protect themselves.
According to one of the people interviewed, many riders don't
realize that their choice of a motorcycle jacket or pants can
actually hurt them.
"People buy what they feel is protective clothing, but in actuality
[if] the person is in a crash and sliding on the ground, that
material heats up to a point where it actually melts and becomes
part of their skin," Reno Police Sergeant Jim Stegmaier told the
news source.
The news source recommends any type of leather as a good choice for
bikers. Leather pants can slide along pavement without
deteriorating, while denim jeans will be quickly torn to
shreds.
By having the right motorcycle apparel, bikers can look good and
keep themselves protected while out on the road.