I hit a car at 50 mph w/out and survived I've seen my freinds die with a helmet on and with a seatbelt on and with both in a racecar. Safety equipment CAN save you but can also restrict movement and vision. No piece of equipment can guarantee your safety! What we do is risky. We deal with that risk in our own way. Some guys dress up, some slow down. If you want SAFE, Dont ride.