[pandoraou812]

I wear seat belts too. I just think that the govt is telling us too many things we must do. I don't like it. I've gone down a few times, more then I care to think about. But helmets worn by most bikers are not DOT approved. Helmets can also kill you. I lost a friend where the helmet broke his neck when he crashed. PA has no helmet laws. According to the website I just read ....•Helmets are estimated to be 37% effective in preventing fatal injuries to motorcycle riders and 41% for motorcycle passengers.* I believe in freedom of choice & think people should use common sense. I know I should wear a helmet when riding my horses but I just hate it. I grew up riding without one & just can't get into it. I do however make my daughter wear one.

[MacMattico]

I know what you mean, and hit anything hard enough and no helmet or seat belt will help.

My kids wear helmets when they ride (bicycle) bikes. I ride a mountain bike occasionally, nothing to strenuous, but I admit I don't wear one.