Are motorcycle riders and passengers allowed to ride with their protective helmet unfastened?
Active and passive safety
Explanation
Motorcycle drivers and passengers **must not ride with the helmet unfastened**. This is crucial for several reasons:
- **Protection in case of an accident**: The helmet is a passive safety element that protects the head from impacts against the ground, other vehicles, or road elements. If the helmet is not properly fastened, it cannot effectively fulfill its function, increasing the risk of serious injuries.
- **Distribution of impact force**: A well-fitted and fastened helmet distributes the force of the impact across its entire surface, preventing it from concentrating on a single point of the head. This is essential to minimize damage in the event of an accident.
- **Prevention of additional injuries**: An unfastened helmet can be thrown off during an accident, leaving the head exposed to injuries from abrasion or impact with sharp objects.
For these reasons, it is mandatory that the helmet is **properly fastened and adjusted** to the head, regardless of the type of helmet or the speed at which you are riding.
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