not lift or lower the chin guard when riding your motorcycle. This is a very dangerous operation, both because
you are obliged to take your hand off the handlebar and because the chin guard will cover your field of vision
for a few moments.
See 1 _ Example of ECE 22-05 type approval label
E3: Code indicating the country in which the helmet was approved.
052644/P: Identification number of the approved model and type of protection guaranteed by the helmet
000012:
Serial number of the helmet
Important. If the helmet you have purchased does not correspond to the type of pro-
tection and type of use you require, return it to your dealer, who will recommend a model
more suitable for your needs.
In helmets with a visor fitted standard (whether open face, full face or modular), the visor
can protect your eyes from dust, insects and debris which can be dangerous while riding.
Although removing the visor is not against the law, it reduces riding safety.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT HELMET
Important. To guarantee maximum safety, the helmet must fit perfectly and be com-
fortable: this means that it must be neither too tight, as it would be impossible to wear for
prolonged periods of time, nor too loose, as it would not provide sufficient protection in case
of impact, could rotate to the side while riding or slip off the head. When purchasing your
helmet, carefully follow the instructions below.
See 2 _ First of all, measure the dimensions of your head to find the right size, by passing the tape measure around
it a couple of cm above the eyebrows and ears.
See 3 _ On the basis of the size determined through this measurement, try on the helmet for comfort and fit. Pull
the two parts of the strap to the side (see figure) and put on the helmet, sliding it over the head from the back
forward.
See 3 a – 3 b_ To ensures maximum visibility this helmet has a much wider window than the others; therefore,
after putting it on do not attempt to push it down towards your eyes, but adjust it by taking the position of the
cheekbones and nose in relation to the cheek pads and nose guard as reference.
See 4 _ Now check that all the internal paddings (cheek pads, crown pad, front padding) adhere to your head at
the cheeks, top of the head and forehead. Then, holding your head still, try to turn the helmet slightly, first to the
right and left and then try moving it up, down, backward and forward.
See 5_ The helmet should be sufficiently adherent to pull the skin on cheeks and forehead. Therefore, if the
helmet turns too easily on the head it is too big for you: try a smaller size.
To complete the helmet test, fasten the chin strap. Adjust it so that it adheres to your throat as tightly as possible
without hurting and then, with your head tilted forward, try to remove the helmet by pulling it from the back
toward the front. If the helmet slips off easily, it is not suitable for you.
If the size seems right, keep the helmet on for a few minutes and ensure it does not cause any pain or pressure
areas. If you are unsure, repeat the various steps until you find the helmet that fits you best. If in doubt between
two sizes that both feel comfortable, always choose the smaller size.
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