SCHUBERTH C5 Mode D'emploi page 86

F. FOR YOUR SAFETY
1. SAFETY ADVICE CONCERNING THE HELMET
Motorcycling is associated with particular risks and dangers for the rider
and passenger. Wearing a helmet can reduce but not eliminate the risk of
serious injuries. It is impossible to state precisely what the protective effect
of a helmet will be in the event of an accident. Safe riding techniques,
adapted to the particular road and weather conditions, are essential for
your safety.
To provide adequate protection, the helmet must fit well and be securely
fastened.
Always fasten the chinstrap before setting off and check that the
fastening system and strap are correctly in position.
Never ride with the chinstrap unfastened or incorrectly adjusted. The
chinstrap must be correctly positioned and must not come loose when
pulled. The fastener is not correctly closed if the chinstrap becomes loose
when pulled.
Riding with the chin bar open is only permitted with the corresponding
chin bar lock. In the event of an impact, the chin is not protected from
injuries.
Opening and closing the chin bar while driving might reduce the level of
concentration of the rider.
Driving with an open chin bar will lead to an increased air-resistance and
might irritate the rider.
The full protective function of a helmet can no longer be guaranteed
after an accident or impact. Like the crumple zone of a car, the impact
energy of a collision is absorbed by complete or partial destruction of the
structure of the outer and/or inner shell of the helmet. Because of the
way helmets are designed, this damage is rarely visible from the outside.
The safety helmet is designed to absorb only one impact. It is therefore
essential to replace the helmet after a fall, accident or other violent impact.
For safety reasons, the old helmet should be rendered unusable.
The helmet safety mechanism described above can also cause small
cracks in the shell when the helmet is dropped from a small height (less
than 1 metre).
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