i dont understand it either, i always wear gear unless im testing something and going around the block, other than this week due to heat where i left the jacket at home. im always wearing my jacket helmet riding shoes and jeans. i dont get how people dont wear a helmet. i got a bug in my eye just for having my visor up for 10 seconds. yes it gets hot but its better to be hot and safe than cool and be splatted on the road.