| To stay safe while riding an ATV, wearing a properly | | | | Next, secure the chin strap and try to pull the helmet |
| fitted helmet is one of the best actions you can take | | | | off. If the closure system is secure, the helmet |
| to protect yourself. Here are some tips to make sure | | | | should not move at all with pressure applied, after it |
| that you choose a properly fitted helmet. | | | | is secured. Check the closure, or just try on another |
| The ATV helmet should not be tight or too loose. | | | | helmet. Sometimes it is easier to just keep trying |
| The helmet should be snug. If you have to struggle | | | | helmets on to find one that fits perfectly rather than |
| to put the helmet on, its too tight. If the helmet | | | | try to make one fit. |
| slides onto your head easily, it is too loose. If the | | | | Children pose a dilemma when sizing an ATV helmet. |
| helmet moves around too much on your head, it may | | | | If a helmet is loose, parents may think that is OK as |
| not protect you in an accident. Choose a helmet that | | | | the child will grow into the size. To size a children's |
| has some resistance as you pull it onto your head. | | | | helmet, you would follow the same sizing tips for an |
| Move your head in every direction when trying on an | | | | adult. Your child's head may not be protected |
| ATV helmet. The helmet should comfortably cradle | | | | adequately in the event of an accident if the helmet |
| your head snugly without being tight and should not | | | | is too loose. Having to update the size of your child's |
| move as you move your head. | | | | helmet is a small price to pay for their safety. |