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Leatt Neck Brace
'The Helmet for your neck'

      
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The Leatt-Brace™ is an injection produced
glass reinforced nylon or carbon fiber and Kevlar neck brace system designed
by medical professionals and motorcycle enthusiasts to help prevent:
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- Hyperflexion: extreme forward head movement
- Hyperextension: extreme rearward head movement
- Lateral Hyperflexion: extreme sideways head
movement
- Axial loading: compression of the spinal column due
to the effect of force on the helmet
- Posterior hypertranslation: rearward movement of
the head/helmet on the neck.
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| There is currently no other neck protection system
available for motorcyclists that can effectively help prevent all of the
above potential injuries. The design rationale behind the Leatt-Brace™ is to
bring the head to a controlled stop. This is achieved by providing a padded
rigid structure that acts as an alternate load path for neck forces. Helmet
impacts otherwise transmitted from the helmet to skull and then to the neck
are re-directed from the helmet to the brace to other body structures in a
safe way.
The design of the Leatt-Brace™ prevents the
helmet/head from projecting over the brace and therefore prevents a fulcrum
action, which has been documented in literature pertaining to the use of
collar devices. The Leatt-Brace™ MOTO GPX works with most types of body
armor and chest protectors. It is also suitable for use by Superbike riders.
Over long distances, the Leatt-Brace™ will also offer some relief from neck
fatigue. Only leathers with a hump require minor modification.
The X-Strap (for upright riding position) and GP-Strap
(for Superbike leathers with a hump), included with the MOTO GPX, are
designed for the extreme rider who may experience 'float' at high speed (Superbike)
or in a big air and flat-out whoop situations (motocross). Note: Not all
riders will find the X-Strap and the GP-Strap necessary.
The Leatt-Brace™ MOTO GPX is compatible with all
motorcycle helmet types and our design allows riders an adequate range of
movement. The Leatt-Brace™ MOTO GPX is designed for use on all motorcycles
and ATVs for competition use, recreational riding and daily commuting. The
Leatt-Brace™ has been tested by BMW Munich, KTM Works Riders, the SABS
(South African Bureau of Standards). It is also endorsed by MSA (Motorsport
South Africa). |
Models Available:
Club
Materials – Glass Reinforced Nylon Upper and Lower
Weight: Medium – 850grams
£265
Sport
Materials – Glass Reinforced Nylon Lower and Carbon Fiber Upper
Weight: Medium – 780grams
£450
As worn by: Kevin Windham, Chad Reed, Ryan
Villapoto, Mike Brown, Ben Townley, Martin Barr, Tyla Rattray, Stefan Everts, Tom Church & Many More!
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