Modular/flip front helmets - Page 2

azoomm · 09-28-2010, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Curb

These are actually the only modular helmets that are approved to be ridden with the chin bar up. No other modular is rated for it. I sell about 2 a week at the shop.

As far as price goes they retail for $399, and I have no problem getting that price...for what it offers it is worth every penny!

From www.webbikeworld.com

[specifically: http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motor...shark-evoline/ ]

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Conclusion
The Shark Evoline is an interesting new helmet design that may be welcomed by some motorcycle riders. But in the end, we're not sure the complexity and weight is worth it -- the helmet doesn't seem to have an overwhelming advantage. We don't recall ever wanting to convert a flip-up helmet to an open-face version, but we'll leave that up to the touring riders.

Also, although the Evoline has decent sized ear pockets, installing an intercom system with speakers and a microphone may be problematic, and this issue will affect touring riders most, and they are presumably the target market for the helmet.

vs. http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motor...lmet/nexx-x30/

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Conclusion
The Nexx X30 is definitely different and unique. It's good to see a helmet manufacturer pushing the envelope in an industry that generally takes either a conservative or a "follow the leader" approach.

While the styling and the functionality may not be for everyone, the X30 brings a difference that may be relished by others. And it's also wonderful to have such a unique helmet available in North America.

In the past, potential owners would have to source their interesting helmet finds from far away retailers, with all the hassles of shipping costs, language barriers and parts and service issues. Not to mention potential DOT safety standard problems.

I very much like the X30; it's comfortable, great-looking and surely gives me a unique look!

Trip · 09-30-2010, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by eBBs15

I personally will be going with the Nolan Air...

The Euro version with the top vents... not the dumbed down stateside version.

there should be an age limit for that helmet, 86 would be a good number. GAY

azoomm · 09-28-2010, 11:40 PM

And the arai costs more, so it MUST be better than both of them. I mean, how many times have you heard "how much is your head worth?"

Amber Lamps · 09-29-2010, 01:12 AM

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Originally Posted by azoomm

And the arai costs more, so it MUST be better than both of them. I mean, how many times have you heard "how much is your head worth?"

Oh no I'm not saying more money=more better... I'm saying I've owned both Scorpion lids and Shark lids and Shark is better regardless of price.

Amber Lamps · 09-29-2010, 07:59 PM

Oh and I believe that review was for the first generation Evoline not the current model...

Oooooo....you dirty so and so!!!!!!!

Good try!

http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motor...line-series-2/

Nothing but love baby!!!

Razor · 09-30-2010, 04:11 AM

Scorpion EXO 900... Bought one back a few months ago and I love it. Very little wind noise, aviator visor definately a plus... could use a little better ventilation but still not a problem even down here in the dirty (not to mention hot and damn humid) South...

Gas Man · 09-30-2010, 09:41 AM

I have a Nolan regular modular. Simply feels like the best quality helmet I've ever touched. Way nicer than any Arai or other high end super bike helmet. The fit and finish is superior.

Other thing to consider. When I bought the Nolan I bought it for quality feel and also if you put the helmet under your arm and squeeze it front to back. The spot where the flip latches doesn't bulge like many others. So therefore IMO less likely to fail if you ever tried to get your head squished or face plant.

Further, the latches were all metal on both side of the latch. Another piece that made me feel that it wouldn't come apart in a crash.

derf · 09-30-2010, 07:09 PM

I bought the HJC, $75, somebody stole the pads out of it and they sold it to me as is without the pads. The store down the street had the pads for $15.

Overall its not bad, the vents are positioned really funky and I dont see it being too good at letting air in and out, other than that it seems pretty solid, locks good, stays up, the glass didnt fog when i breathed on it hard. I'm gonna take it for a ride before I give it a full review but so far for the priice I got a good deal

Particle Man · 09-30-2010, 09:33 PM

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Originally Posted by derf

I bought the HJC, $75, somebody stole the pads out of it and they sold it to me as is without the pads. The store down the street had the pads for $15.

Overall its not bad, the vents are positioned really funky and I dont see it being too good at letting air in and out, other than that it seems pretty solid, locks good, stays up, the glass didnt fog when i breathed on it hard. I'm gonna take it for a ride before I give it a full review but so far for the priice I got a good deal

Which HJC? CL-MAX, SY-MAX, or SY-MAX II?

derf · 10-01-2010, 12:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Particle Man

Which HJC? CL-MAX, SY-MAX, or SY-MAX II?

IS Max. Overall they say its a better helmet than their more expensive offerings, but the visor could use some work, the article says the vents dont work, but looking at reviews online folks say it does work so I'll have to try it out and see for myself.

http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motor...et/hjc/is-max/

09-30-2010, 04:11 AM	#6
Razor Token Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: My House Moto: '07 Kawasaki Mean Streak Special Edition Posts: 109	Scorpion EXO 900... Bought one back a few months ago and I love it. Very little wind noise, aviator visor definately a plus... could use a little better ventilation but still not a problem even down here in the dirty (not to mention hot and damn humid) South... __________________ Power Corrupts, Absolute Power... is pretty damn neat

09-30-2010, 09:41 AM	#7
Gas Man Trip's Assistant Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Imported from Detroit Moto: 2009 HD Street Classic Posts: 12,149	I have a Nolan regular modular. Simply feels like the best quality helmet I've ever touched. Way nicer than any Arai or other high end super bike helmet. The fit and finish is superior. Other thing to consider. When I bought the Nolan I bought it for quality feel and also if you put the helmet under your arm and squeeze it front to back. The spot where the flip latches doesn't bulge like many others. So therefore IMO less likely to fail if you ever tried to get your head squished or face plant. Further, the latches were all metal on both side of the latch. Another piece that made me feel that it wouldn't come apart in a crash. __________________ -Chris "Why pay somebody else to fuck up your bike?" Run Amsoil Product

09-30-2010, 07:09 PM	#8
derf token jewboy Join Date: Nov 2008 Moto: CBR 900, KLR ugly ass duckling, Gas Man Posts: 10,799	I bought the HJC, $75, somebody stole the pads out of it and they sold it to me as is without the pads. The store down the street had the pads for $15. Overall its not bad, the vents are positioned really funky and I dont see it being too good at letting air in and out, other than that it seems pretty solid, locks good, stays up, the glass didnt fog when i breathed on it hard. I'm gonna take it for a ride before I give it a full review but so far for the priice I got a good deal __________________

09-28-2010, 11:40 PM	#3
azoomm moderator chick Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Hill Country TX Moto: Pasta Rockets Posts: 8,917	And the arai costs more, so it MUST be better than both of them. I mean, how many times have you heard "how much is your head worth?"

09-29-2010, 07:59 PM	#5
Amber Lamps Moto GP Star Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 14,556	Oh and I believe that review was for the first generation Evoline not the current model... Oooooo....you dirty so and so!!!!!!! Good try! http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motor...line-series-2/ Nothing but love baby!!!