Does a DOT certification guarantee a safe motorcycle helmet?

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Mar62020

So you are in the market for a safe motorcycle helmet. You look on the back and see a DOT sticker…it must be one of the safest helmets since it has a DOT sticker. Right? Not so fast. This week on MCrider we will talk about it and what to look for to find a good motorcycle helmet in your budget.

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Category: Motorcycle WisdomBy MCrider March 6, 2020 23 Comments

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Emmerson Hokonya

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Does a DOT certification guarantee a safe motorcycle helmet?

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