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Ron
I had one that survived the crash test. I would add that in the summer I can get a drink. Also my modular has drop down shades that I love. But that is probably avaiable in a wrap around.
I had an HJC SY-Max. Liked it and it managed to stay closed when a bad cage driver gave me unwanted assistance in totaling out my '04 ST. Happily the helmet stayed closed. I didn;'t trust the padding after that and donated it to the local fire-house for drills.I wear a High-Viz HJC IS max 2. Sharp helmet test shows it stayed closed 100% of the time
+1 Very rarely ride with the bar up, maybe in stop and go traffic on a hot dayI went modular because I wear glasses and it was an order of magnitude easier to don and doff a modular than a full face.
It is still fully compliant with all safety standards.
I never ride with the chin bar up but it is very handy to flip it up at gas stops and such for a quick breather.
Well if you've got a $60 head... I see that there's a yellow version and that it has a drop-down tinted shield. I'll check out the local CG for fitment and stock tomorrow.tmills said:so I took the plunge and ordered one.
x2: Forget to remove glasses just 1 time when taking a FF helmet off....and you'll be shopping for a modular ( and likely new glasses too!...I know I had to )I went modular because I wear glasses and it was an order of magnitude easier to don and doff a modular than a full face.
It is still fully compliant with all safety standards.
I never ride with the chin bar up but it is very handy to flip it up at gas stops and such for a quick breather.
I went to a local Cycle Gear and they had no stock but were able to order one. I'll have it in a few days.so I took the plunge and ordered one. https://www.cyclegear.com/gear/bilt-apollo-helmet At that price it's worth a shot
I ordered mine online too hopefully it finds its way to Canada soonI went to a local Cycle Gear and they had no stock but were able to order one. I'll have it in a few days.
Another Neotec is on the list but with the 1 Jan price hike I have to save some pennies for awhile before handing over a stack of cash. With no motorcycle show in the area anymore discounts/sales will be scarce.
Thanks for the [-]fish[/-] link!
+1 with glasses . I would not like using a open face in rain or cold weather. That's why modular are better suited for touring, kind of a multi purpose helmet. Love mine.I went modular because I wear glasses and it was an order of magnitude easier to don and doff a modular than a full face.
It is still fully compliant with all safety standards.
I never ride with the chin bar up but it is very handy to flip it up at gas stops and such for a quick breather.
I am very happy with my Shark Evoline 3st,, after 2 full seasons. It can be a bit tight on the forehead,,, as it was has a euro fit designed into it. I normally take a size L,,, but am considering getting an XL liner for the upcoming season. I have also installed a bluetooth unit c/w boom mic,,, and it works fine. I ride with the chin bar stowed %90 of the time,, as the large face shield gives 3/4 coverage. The internal sun screen works very smoothly, when needed. Optics are excellent. Mine is full white,, which reflects a lot of summer heat. Cat'
After reading this thread on modular helmets, I bought an HJC IS MAX 2 as well and love it. My 3/4 Bell MAG 8 helmet was fine in the rain behind the V-Stream windscreen on my former ride, an '03 ST1300, but I found it was no good on my Stelvio NTX adventure bike with a small windscreen. The new helmet came with a pin lock insert, is easy to put on when opened up and fits well with my glasses. When riding at slow speeds in heat, high ventilation can be achieved with the drop down sun visor providing eye protection / face shield up / chin bar still locked. It's easy to talk with other riders at short stops when the chin bar is raised. Although I used to think full helmets were claustrophobic, this new helmet has completely changed my mind. +1I notice the southern latitude riders seem to favor the modular. I like them for the reasons given and my HJC IS MAX 2 meets and exceeds the high priced modulars with a 100% locking closure. Try one.