Should
you listen to music on a motorcycle, is it safe, is it right for you, does it
hinder your awareness of the surroundings? You already know that listening to
music while riding a motorcycle can be very hard on your hearing.
Why?
Many
people tend to adjust the volume of the music higher to drown out the
background noises. It is advised not to listen to music while riding, and it
allows distracting noise into your eardrum. The wind is much louder than
exhaust or engine noise for rides faster than 40mph even wearing a full-shell
helmet.
The
decibel level (dB) can reach as high as 90-100 dB even at speeds slower than
40mph. Inside a full-shell helmet, the wind can reach the pitch of a chainsaw,
116 dBs at cruising speeds of higher than 45mph. Riding a motorcycle is
considered hazardous to your hearing; quiet bikes and quiet helmets do not
exist.
Helmets
are designed to protect your head in case of an accident, not your hearing from
loud road noises. To adequately protect your hearing while on a highway cruise
is to wear earplugs.
Whether
you choose earbuds, headphones, Bluetooth helmets, you will look great wearing
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But, Wait!
With
21st century technological advancements, it is possible to ride, listen to
music, talk with your riding mates, and protect your hearing.
This
technological gem has been around a long time in the form of Bluetooth headsets
and is available just about everywhere.
Bluetooth
devices come in many forms headphones, helmets, headsets, and earbuds.
The
earbuds are the better choice for riding, as they fit into the ear canal and
filter out a good portion of road noise.
The
good thing here is you can still hear some road noise like sirens, car horns,
and other road noise that can alert you to trouble.
The
perfect thing is that you can listen to music, talk to your riding buddies if
used through an intercom system.
Some Rules
Some
states in the US completely ban any device be it earbuds, headsets, or whatever
while operating a vehicle, that means motorcycles too. The AAA (American Automobile
Association) does, however, publish a list by state and what they do or do not
allow.
Find
out what your state says about listening devices while riding your motorcycle,
and here are some suggestions. The one rule not to break is the fashion rule
that says you will be the best-dressed biker while wearing your
Leather Motorcycle Pants for Men.
Motorcycle Stereo System:
The stereo
system usually mounts on or near the handlebars and emits sound through
speakers.
The
music or radio sound can be heard by the rider and passenger as well and quite
possibly everyone else on the road.
Some
bikers like this method while others prefer a more up close and personal way of
listening to music.
Bluetooth Ready Helmet
Quickly
the safest way to listen to music, the helmet has built-in Bluetooth speakers
that can connect to your cell phone or MP-3 player.
The
other great advantage, Bluetooth helmets can be integrated with your intercom
system so you can talk with other riders in your group. There are some
advantages of listening to music while on a ride, it can soothe your mood, and
keep you more alert.
More
importantly, it still allows you to hear those road noises that can warn one of
pending trouble.
Last Thought
Yes,
you can listen to music while riding your motorcycle, but consider what loud
noises will do to your hearing when you don’t protect it. Do your research to
find the product that will protect your hearing, give you the best quality
sound, music, or radio that is out there.
Do not
forget to go to Wicked
Stock
to find all the necessary motorcycle gear including Leather
Motorcycle Gloves.
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