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Questions on Modular Helmets

pitzerwm

pitzerwm

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I'm thinking that I would like a modular helmet. I am so new with riding that I don't have a clue other than I know that it needs to fit right and cheap helmets might not be strong enough in an accident. I am currently using a BRP with a removable chin guard, I don't have enough experience to know noise levels etc.

I've looked at the reviews on the Shark Evoline Series and the Shoei Neotec and a few others. One difference is that the Shark when the chin guard is raised the face shield can still be used, and the Shoei it doesn't work that way.

It seems to me that the Shark design is better. For those that have modular helmets what are you thoughts and suggestions?

I have an oval head and I see that not all helmets are oval. If it makes a difference my size appears to be M.
 
I have a Schuberth S2 and a Lazer Monaco Pure Carbon. The Lazer is the nicest helmet
I've owned. Like most helmets the shape of your head determines which brand will
suit you best.

Here's a review:
 
My wife and I both ryde with the Shoei Neotech..... You are right in that if the chin bar is raised you don't get the visor..... you DO get the sun shield. Which I find serviceable up to about 70 MPH...... FYI I also wear eye glasses which easily fit inside the helmet.

The Shoei fits a medium oval head and complies comfortably to my noggin. It's not the quietest or lightest helmet I've ever owned but it IS comfortable and functional. I can give it a thumbs up.:thumbup:
 
Go to a shop and try them on. They will fit tight, but will loosen up over time.

Love my modular in cold weather and rainy weather. All other times I wear a half helmet.

Just remember, you don't have to spend a fortune. Just make sure it's a DOT approved helmet and you're good to go. I got mine for under $100 at Cycle Gear.
 
:agree: You'll need to take you head to where the helmets are, and let it have some fun playing "dress-up" with them. ;)
Happy Hunting! :thumbup:
 
All good selections above I use this
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http://www.jpcycles.com/product/512-817
 
I use a HJC modular. Nice fit. I can ride with it up with no problem but my wife says it pushes her head back to much. I guess it would be different for everyone. HJC is medium priced but that should not be a desideing factor. Your comfort and safety are more important.
 
:agree: I've got the IS-MAX model...
I'm not 100% happy with it. :shocked:
But it's certainly good enough to continue using! :thumbup:
 
Here is another + 1 for the Neotec. I really like mine.

I don't ride with the chin bar up, and haven't had an issue with the face shield not being in place in that situation, but when stopped I just leave my helmet on, chin bar up, and sun screen down.

The only issue that I've had with it is that I wish the sun screen was darker at the top. I'm planning on getting some dark film to make a band across the top, when I get a chance. (but it's been ~3 years with this helmet, so it must not be that urgent :- )

Best advice is to first get a helmet that fits your head very, very well. All other things are secondary.

And don't expect that the fit will change very much over time. If it does, then it's likely not a high quality helmet. Sure, it will loosen a hair after a week or so of use, but it shouldn't change much more than that.

-Fratz
 
Mine is a Caberg Duke in gun metal grey. The advice given to me and this is my first helmet is measure around your head and go into the shop/shops and try different ones on. Mine is 5 star sharp rating and is PJ approved which means I can ride with flip up. It also has Bluetooth ready.
 
I am a Nolan Helmet fan. Have three assorted N-40 series. Three N-100 series.

I am now liking the 40's better. The 100's go on when the weather gets cooler.

As mentioned above--fit is the most important factor. Find a local dealer for whatever you decide on and try them on before you buy or order that special color.
 
HJC SEEMS TO FIT THE BEST OVER ALL

pitzerwm said:
I'm thinking that I would like a modular helmet. I am so new with riding that I don't have a clue other than I know that it needs to fit right and cheap helmets might not be strong enough in an accident. I am currently using a BRP with a removable chin guard, I don't have enough experience to know noise levels etc.

I've looked at the reviews on the Shark Evoline Series and the Shoei Neotec and a few others. One difference is that the Shark when the chin guard is raised the face shield can still be used, and the Shoei it doesn't work that way.

It seems to me that the Shark design is better. For those that have modular helmets what are you thoughts and suggestions?

I have an oval head and I see that not all helmets are oval. If it makes a difference my size appears to be M.
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You're right. Not all helmets are oval. My head is a long oval, and I can't wear a Shoi. They're too tight for me. HJC seems to fit the best, and the model is up to you. But, they really do fit oval shaped heads the best of anything I've tried to use. An HJC saved my life when I hit a deer at 65MPH on a downhill curve in 2008. Tore off the face shield, but only scraped the rest of it a little. I got a concussion, broke 7 ribs, a broken finger, and a major case of road rash on my right arm. Believe me when I say the HJC saved my life!
 
We use the CL Max II from HJC. I have been using HJC for years and always found them comfortable and reasonably priced. The CL Max is more comfortable for me then the SY Max from the same company. Motorcycle Superstore for 125 right now. Having said all that one of the most comfortable helmets I ever had was a KBC that I got on close out for 80.00. Saved my head in a wreck in 2011.
 
http://www.webbikeworld.com/

Poke around the above site. Look for helmet reviews. We did. And we purchased 2 Neotec's and couldn't be happier. :2thumbs: Also got them from Revzilla. They are awesome to deal with. :thumbup: Tom :spyder:
 
Like many have said, the fit's the thing.

I tried the Evoline because I liked the concept. But it was too round for me.

Another consideration is weight. Modular helmets weight more than their full-face counterparts.
 
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