If you go to the market to look for a helmet, you will be provided with a plethora of options. But how should you choose which one to go for?
In this video, the YouTuber shows if the costlier helmets protect you better by testing against a sledgehammer. Now, while this might not be the ideal way to test the strength of a helmet, it certainly gives a clear picture of how much the helmet is able to tolerate before breaking. The relevance of helmets while riding two-wheelers can’t be underestimated. They are your best defences in the case of unfortunate incidents. Hence, you must invest smartly in an ISI-marked helmet which could be the difference-maker in critical situations.
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Sledgehammer Test To See If Costlier Helmets Protect You Better?
The popular YouTuber took 4 helmets that cost Rs 200, Rs 250, Rs 700 and Rs 800 respectively. The first two are what you typically call cheap helmets without the ISI mark and the other two are branded with the ISI mark and hence, cost more. He takes a heavy sledgehammer and starts beating down the helmets. He decides to hit the helmets one time because that is generally what happens in real-life situations too. The first one to get hit is the cheapest one of the lot which breaks into pieces instantly. It offers negligible protection to the head.
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A similar fate awaited the second helmet too. Both these cheap helmets couldn’t stand the force and broke immediately upon the impact. Then came the turn of the more expensive helmets with the ISI mark. Surprisingly, both of them sustained multiple blows from the heavy hammer before showing cracks. This is a testament to the strength of these helmets. The YouTuber had to hit the helmets again and again to cause significant damage. This is how well-protected your head will be in these helmets.
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Finally, we would like to urge our readers to not take road safety lightly. Make sure to spread awareness about safety around you and persuade people to follow the traffic rules and invest in good safety gear. For bike users, a helmet is your only line of defence. Don’t try to save money by buying a cheap helmet.
