Body Armor Checklist

[waya]

OK,

Here is a body-armor checklist I have put together to go by. Comments would be appreciated.

This is based on information found here: http://motorcyclesafetyinfo.com/motorcy ... _gear.html

• DOT Approved Helmet[list:1vbh7hiq]
• First Choice. Full face helmet.[/*:m:1vbh7hiq]
• Second Choice. 3/4 face helmet.[/*:m:1vbh7hiq]
• Third Choice. All others.[/*:m:1vbh7hiq]

[/*:m:1vbh7hiq][*]Gloves

• Must have good padding/protection for knuckles.[/*:m:1vbh7hiq]
• Need to have reflective areas.[/*:m:1vbh7hiq]
• Other recommended requirements?[/*:m:1vbh7hiq]

[/*:m:1vbh7hiq][*]Boots

• Leather or other tough material.[/*:m:1vbh7hiq]
• Short heel.[/*:m:1vbh7hiq]
• At least 6" tall to help protect ankles.[/*:m:1vbh7hiq]
• Thick durable rubber sole.[/*:m:1vbh7hiq]

[/*:m:1vbh7hiq][*]Armored Jacket

• Must have CE rated body armor for shoulders, elbows, and spine/back.[/*:m:1vbh7hiq]
• Should include reflective stripes.[/*:m:1vbh7hiq]
• Should fit with extra clothes underneath while sitting on bike.[/*:m:1vbh7hiq]
• Better if adjustable using side laces and a belt.[/*:m:1vbh7hiq]

[/*:m:1vbh7hiq][*]Armored Pants

• Must have CE rated body armor for hips and knees.[/*:m:1vbh7hiq]
• Good pants are made of leather, nylon, or Kevlar.[/*:m:1vbh7hiq]

[/*:m:1vbh7hiq][*]Riding Suits

• Must have CE rated body armor for shoulders, elbows, spine, hips, and knees.[/*:m:1vbh7hiq]
• I understand "sliders" are a good idea. Should this apply also to jacket/pants above?[/*:m:1vbh7hiq]
• I think this can be treated as a jacket/pants replacement?[/*:m:1vbh7hiq]
• Pictures of one: http://www.motorcyclegear.com/browse/vi ... mages/3804[/*:m:1vbh7hiq]

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About the reflective colors:

Originally Posted by MotorCycle Safety Info Website

... the best choice is yellow, which is the color most visible to the human eye ...