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How to Choose the Right Helmet for Riding an Electric Scooter

How to Choose the Right Helmet for Riding an Electric Scooter

A.P.

Domingo, 2 de febrero 2025, 09:05

With the implementation of the new Pedestrian and Vehicle Traffic Ordinance (OCVV), wearing a helmet is mandatory for riding electric scooters, for instance, in the city of Barcelona. Urban mobility is evolving, with sustainable transport options like bicycles and electric scooters gaining prominence.

To select the most suitable helmet, several factors must be considered. The head, and more specifically the brain, is the most critical organ that needs protection.

Currently, this protective measure is only mandatory in certain cities at the behest of their municipalities, which regulate the circulation of these personal mobility vehicles (PMVs), pending the reform of the General Traffic Regulations being developed by the Directorate-General for Traffic (DGT).

How to choose the most suitable helmet?

-Not all helmets are the same size. It is advisable to measure the circumference of the head with a tape measure, just above the eyebrows. Manufacturers indicate the ideal size based on the centimetres obtained.

-Ensure the helmet fits well, meaning it should not wobble or move easily. It should not be excessively tight either.

-The straps should fit snugly around the ears and under the jaw. You should be able to open your mouth.

-Always choose a certified helmet. This indicates that the helmet meets minimum safety standards.

-Materials. Currently, there are helmets made of hard ABS plastic shell and polycarbonate. The latter is lighter and better absorbs impacts.

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