Ellett has one of these for his boy......
Hey John, post up a review on that sucka'......
Q& A;
Does the Leatt-Brace™ restrict driver/rider mobility in any way?
In order to prevent injury, the Leatt-Brace™ restricts extreme ranges of movement that cause injury, but allows the driver or rider enough movement to get on with driving or riding. Users often report a feeling of being naked and vulnerable after taking the brace off. One Lap or five minutes is usually all it takes to get used to the brace.
Does the Leatt-Brace™ work with all safety belts and seating configurations?
Yes.
Can my safety harness straps slip off the brace?
No, in fact, the Leatt-Brace™ is designed to keep your safety harness away from your soft tissue neck structures but remain stable under the safety harness during an impact or even a car roll.
Do I have to modify my equipment/vehicle to use the Leatt-Brace™?
MOTO GPX: generally speaking, no equipment modification is required, however some modification to shirts, jackets, chest protectors and body armor may be required, depending on the design. Riders using a racing leather suit with aerodynamic hump need to unstitch a small portion of the hump to allow the thoracic member of the brace to slide into place.
MOTO R: No modification to your seat, safety harness or helmet is required. A strap SSS (Smart Strap System) is required to be fitted to your helmet’s chin strap. The SSS requires no drilling or special helmet mounting point and is compatible with all commercially available helmets. The SSS then locks into place on the rear top member of the brace.
Does the Leatt-Brace™ comply with safety standards?
The Leatt-Brace™ MOTO R is SFI 38.1 certified. There are no other test standards pertaining to the braces. We are awaiting a test standard for the MOTO GPX brace.
Why is the Leatt-Brace™ better than other head and neck restraints available?
Simply put, we believe we have the best solution to the problem. Can any other neck protection system offer you protection against the following injury types?
* Hyperflexion – head moving forwards
* Hyperextension – head moving backwards
* Posterior Hypertranslation – head moving backwards on the neck
* Lateral Hyperflexion – head moving sideways (side impact)
* Axial Loading – compressive force acting on the spine
* Control head deceleration to prevent traumatic brain injury
* Protect the soft tissue neck structures from your safety harness and chest protector.
* Control in-car head movements after more than one impact e.g. car roll-over
* Protection if ejected from the vehicle
* Protection from all the common injury types for cars, karts, motorcycles, quads, etc.
Please visit our MOTO R and MOTO GPX test pages to get all out test results.
What is the Leatt-Brace™ constructed from?
Injected Glass-Reinforced-Nylon and/or Carbon Fiber & Kevlar with an inner padding layer.
Are junior sizes available?
Yes.
Can I wash my Leatt-Brace™?
Yes, with soap and water, the padding is removable too.
Can the Leatt-Brace™ be used with water sports?
Yes.
What is the expected lifespan of my Leatt-Brace™?
We recommend three years, and replacement of any damaged part if you are involved in a high impact collision.
What impact does the Leatt-Brace™ have on my brain?
The Leatt-Brace™ is designed to decelerate the head in a controlled way so as to limit a sudden deceleration force on your brain. During an accident, the head of a driver moves surprisingly far and can strike in-car structures so your Leatt-Brace™ is designed to reduce head injuries too. Head deceleration is reduced when compared to a no device impact. Please see our MOTO R test page for details.
What if my Leatt-Brace™ breaks in an accident?
You will need to replace the damaged component. If a part of the brace breaks, as it is intended to do, then the force required to cause the break has been directed away from your head and neck. Individual components can be replaced by your Leatt-Brace™ distributor.
Can I use my Leatt-Brace™ in conjunction with a back protector and chest protector on a motorcycle?
Yes.
Where can I view the Leatt-Brace™ technical information and test results?
Please visit the MOTO R and MOTO GPX testing pages.
Can I invest in the Leatt-Brace™ company?
Yes, please visit our 'Investor Relations' page or click on the 'Stock Quote' icon for more information.
How much does a Leatt-Brace™ cost?
The suggested retail prices are US$395 (Club Version), US$595 (Sports Version) and US$995 (Professional Version) and excludes import duties, shipping and taxes depending on the version you choose. They all offer the same protection and vary only in weight and finish.
Where can I buy a Leatt-Brace™?
You can purchase a brace online, please visit the MOTO R or MOTO GPX order pages or from our distributor/retailer in your area.
Can I use a Leatt-Brace™ with cars, quads, motorcycles, downhill bikes, jet skis, rubber ducks, off shore powerboats?
Yes, we have two brace versions, namely; the MOTO R (Restrained Drivers) and MOTO GPX (Unrestrained Drivers/Riders) that cater for all vehicle and user classes. Please view our MOTO R and MOTO GPX products pages.
What does the thoracic member do and is it safe?
The thoracic member allows for brace fitment, prevents rotation of the brace, and allows for the transmission of hyperextension and hypertranslation forces from one spinal segment to approximately eleven. It is completely safe; you can fall directly onto your back wearing a brace without injury. The energy is applied to the muscles that run on either side of your spine, is enclosed in padding and has been used in testing with numerous riders, many of whom have had big falls and crashes!
