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In most states DOT helmets are required.

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Q: Is there a law that motorcyclist must were dot approved helmets?
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Can you wear a dirt helmet on the street?

All helmets must be DOT approved and have the DOT sticker on them, in the US, when helmets are required.


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No. As they're not intended for use with ground vehicles (such as motorcycles), they're not even evaluated by the DOT.


Are motorcyclists in California required to wear helmets?

Yes, mc riders in the entire state of Ca. are required to wear DOT approved helmets although enforcement of the DOT requirement is virtually non-existent. Many riders including myself use what are commonly known as "novelty" helmets.


What kind of helmets do the sons of anarchy wear?

They wear fake helmets with no padding, and quick release plastic snaps. They look good for a T.V. show but are not DOT approved and provide absolutly no protection.


Why do you have to have a dot approved helmet to legally ride on the road?

Because society got tired of paying for the health care associated with avoidable head injuries on riders not wearing good enough helmets or no helmets at all.


Where can I find a list of DOT approved helmets and their specifications?

When a motorcycle helmet is DOT certified, that means it has been certified by the United Stated Department of Transportation, following strict safety standards. Once a helmet has been DOT certified it is identified with a sticker on the helmet itself. Unfortunately, not every helmet sold that has a DOT sticker is DOT compliant. Visit the following site for a partial listing of the most popular brand helmets. http://www.helmetcheck.org/database.aspx CarlGlas Any helmet that is DOT approved will have a sticker on the helmet. If you go to a helmet manufacturers website, it will state what certifications the helmet has.


What does the term dot approved mean when pertaining to tires?

"Dot" is "DOT" - Department of Transportation. So DOT Approved means "Approved by the Department of Transportation".


What is the difference between snowmobile and motorcycle helmets?

A motorcycle helmet must meet DOT gauges to be legitimate for the street, a snowmobile head protector does not.


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Is Klonopin approved by the DOT?

No.


How about the Snell helmets?

SNELL is an addition safety rating for helmets. The SNELL Foundation certification is more stringent than DOT certification.


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Catalytic heaters approved by DOT can be used.