Funny thing is as long as you wear a helmet your much more protected that those not wearing one. The brand really doesn't matter that much. I survived a 55mph impact on my motorcycle into the side of a car that pulled out 10' in front of me wearing an $100 HJC helmet. I spent a week in the ICU and had some brain trauma but have fully recovered. I would not be here today if it weren't for that helmet. I still use HJC today and not that ARAI and SHOEI aren't worth it... but some of us can't afford $600 for a helmet that if you accidently drop from 1' has to be replaced because the foam liner is shot. All I'm saying is wear a helmet period and you'll be much better off.