As part of its April helmet promotion, Harley-Davidson dealers around the country are offering riders a "free helmet check"...

As the riding season begins to ramp up, it is important to ensure a helmet is ready for the rides ahead. During April's "Check Your Helmet Month" and throughout the year, enthusiasts are encouraged to visit their local Harley-Davidson dealer for personalized helmet fitment advice and a free helmet check.

Read the full press release here...
http://www.webwire.com/ViewPressRel.asp?aId=32515

I mean, come on now, a "free helmet check"? Does anyone think a Harley dealer will inspect someone's helmet without recommending a new one?

I can see it now...

Yuppie Biker: Uh, excuse me, I'd like to get a free helmet check?

HD Sales Guy: A what?

Yuppie Biker: A helmet check, I heard all Harley dealers are offering a free helmet check?

HD Sales Guy: Oh Yeah! A helmet check. Right. Do you have your helmet?

Yuppie Biker: Yes, right here.

HD Sales Guy: Hmmm. Let's see. Ah! Do you see that right here? That's a sure sign of foam oxidation.

Yuppie Biker: Foam oxidation?

HD Sales Guy: Yeah, you see in our region we get a lot of farm air, and over time it tends to weaken the foam inside the helmet. I recommend you buy a new helmet, and today you're in luck. We just got some new helmets in this week that are designed to be resistent to foam oxidation. Personally, I would not ride with your helmet. I mean, I know it's your helmet, and it fits you well, but this won't protect you. The Harley-Davidson brand of helmets are the only helmets I wear. How about we get you set up?

Yuppie Biker: Great! Can I get my 10% discount for being a HOG member?

HD Sales Guy: Absolutely!

Yuppie Biker: Boy am I glad Harley is offering this free helmet check!

For the month of May, Harley-Davidson will be promoting its "Say No to Helmet Hair" month, offering all riders a free doo-rag check.

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