Friend of mine fell off at a roundabout doing 10mph with full leathers - hit a kerb, knocked himself out cold for 10 mins, broke collar bone, arm in a few places, ankle etc. Still on crutches after 14 months.Originally Posted by desmojen
Leather protects in a slide but can't really help you when you smack into something, even at modest speeds. Every time I am out being foolish on a bike I recognise the dangers & I accept them otherwise I would never go out. However I would be 'mortified' if I hurt somebody else in an incident, whether its a pillion or other road user, and that is my main issue when I am riding.