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4 Posts in this encyclopedia categoryE.Q.R.S. Security system - Shoei
The E.Q.R.S. safety system is designed to allow the cheek pads to be removed in the event of a fall. This is done by pulling on the red straps on the underside of the helmet (cheek pads). However, this is done by the first aider, rescue driver or emergency doctor. Removing the cheek pads makes it easier to take the helmet off the head.
ECE 22.06
The ECE 22.06 safety standard for motorbike helmets has been in force since June 2022. This means that new helmets will only be tested in accordance with the new safety standard. Helmets according to the 22.05 certification may of course still be used. You can find out what has changed in our encyclopaedia.
Elastan
Spandex or elastane is a highly elastic synthetic fibre that is used to increase the elasticity of fabrics. However, the fibre is only added to the fabrics - usually between 2 and 30 percent in the case of clothing. According to the European Textile Labelling Act, a fibre is described as elastane as soon as it consists of at least 85% polyurethane - this substance ensures the strength of the fibres. Polyethylene glycol gives the synthetic fibre its high elasticity. Elastane can be stretched to three times its length and more and then returns to its original shape (very dimensionally stable). The higher the elastane content, the better the stretch: while it can be up to 30 per cent in a swimming costume, for example, just two per cent is enough for jeans to fit comfortably and have the stretch properties popular with trousers. It is also crease-resistant, lightweight and very tear-resistant.
Emergency Kit (Cheek Pads) - HJC
The emergency set (cheek pads) from HJC is designed to be able to remove the cheek pads in the event of a fall. To do this, pull on the red straps on the underside of the helmet (cheek pads). However, this is done by the first aider, rescue rider or emergency doctor. Removing the cheek pads makes it easier to take the helmet off the head.