Motorcycle · Riding gear
What is true of the wind noise you hear while riding?
Correct answer: It can permanently damage your hearing.
Answer options
- AIt stops being harmful once you get used to it
- BIt can permanently damage your hearing Correct
- CIt cannot hurt your ears if you wear a full-face helmet
Why
At highway speeds, the rush of air past your helmet is loud enough to harm your hearing for good over time, even inside a full-face helmet. Earplugs or other hearing protection cut the noise while still letting you hear horns and sirens.
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Topic: Riding gear License: Motorcycle
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