http://www.motoreagles.com/home/uncategorized/newmotorcyclelaws/?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=January+2011+MotorEagles+enews+issue&utm_content=January+2011+MotorEagles+enews+issue+CID_b125a1e6360055cd84103206f6d3ba8e&utm_source=Email+marketing+software&utm_term=Click+here+to+learn+the+laws I always recommend the MSF. I never thought about it being mandatory. It seems Connecticut has though. Connecticut: Motorcycle safety course required for all NEW motorcyclists
Take a look at a modular Nolan. They don't have the full cheekpads as a fullface does and still well rated. Good air flow and you can flip it up to show off your good looks at the stoplights. Prolly the most comfortable of all tbe helmets I have. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jMVPxZW3_oA&feature=youtube_gdata_player
Yota had all the Cougars last year. He'll share I'm sure. Just remember to HiveFive him when you have said Cougar looking like a chicken on a rotisserie!