Favorite Full-Face Modular Helmet

carolinakid1 · 01-25-2012, 02:39 PM

If you use a full-face modular helmet, which one do you use and what are its pluses and minuses?

cactusjack · 01-25-2012, 02:58 PM

I have a HJC IS-MAX-BT. I use it for extended trips, bad weather, that sort of thing. It is the only modular helmet I've ever owned, so I have nothing to compare it to. It is very comfortable and has a hidden internal half shield in addition to the outer shield.

**Top Cat** · 01-25-2012, 03:40 PM

I have this Gmax helmet.
You can read reviews here also.
I have had three Gmax helmets,2 fullface and this flip up.
I like them but as one reviewer said, the slider on top of the helmet for my sunshield did come apart. I called the store where I got it and they sent me a new one with a video of how to replace it. So I'm thinkin this may be a common problem with this helmet.
That being said I would buy this helmet again.

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...et-Helmet.aspx

highwayman2011 · 01-25-2012, 04:53 PM

I don't have one but after researching I am considering the Shark Evoline 2. The chinbar goes all the way back but you can still use the clear shield or the sun shield. Lots of good comparison videos on revzilla.com

dabull · 01-25-2012, 05:08 PM

i'm like cactusjack...i have mine for cold and inclement weather....I have this Zamp helmet: http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...id-Helmet.aspx and like it....I LOVE the inner visor, it does a GREAT job of shading my eyes from the sun....it raises and lowers easily from the left side of the helmet via the "slider"... check prices online...

Be SURE to check you head size and compare it to the provided size charts! :)

remcbride · 01-25-2012, 06:34 PM

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Originally Posted by cactusjack

I have a HJC IS-MAX-BT. I use it for extended trips, bad weather, that sort of thing. It is the only modular helmet I've ever owned, so I have nothing to compare it to. It is very comfortable and has a hidden internal half shield in addition to the outer shield.

+1same helmet. its quite comfortable. If the temp is under 90. Or you keep moving. Ain't tried the blue tooth thing yet.

cactusjack · 01-25-2012, 07:21 PM

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Originally Posted by remcbride

+1same helmet. its quite comfortable. If the temp is under 90. Or you keep moving. Ain't tried the blue tooth thing yet.

I took the helmet to the Crescent City rally. Coming back, I had over 300 miles in 110+ degree heat and it wasn't uncomfortable at all.

**jlreeves** · 01-25-2012, 07:24 PM

If you have a Cycle Gear around your area, go look at the Bilt line. They have 2 versions, one with a flip up sun shield and the other without. I had an HJC and it got to where it was wearing a hole in my forehead. The Bilt is very comfortable and priced well. Could use a little better ventillation though.

mweaver · 01-25-2012, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by carolinakid1

If you use a full-face modular helmet, which one do you use and what are its pluses and minuses?

I have this helmet also,best helmet I ever had love the slide down
half sun shield. It is a very light weight topper and I now wear it
most all the time, summer and winter.

Mike

**nomadtom69** · 01-25-2012, 08:24 PM

Have a Nolan n102 like the helment fits good comfortable just wished I had got the N103 the difference the sun shield on the n102 is on out side and the n103 is on the inside with the chinbar up you can still use the sun shield

mweaver · 01-25-2012, 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by nomadtom69

Have a Nolan n102 like the helment fits good comfortable just wished I had got the N103 the difference the sun shield on the n102 is on out side and the n103 is on the inside with the chinbar up you can still use the sun shield

You don't ride with the chin bar up, do you?

Mike

ponch · 01-25-2012, 09:28 PM

I have a Fulmer. It's kind of noisy, enough so that it aggravates my tinnitus. I am due for a new helmet as this one is five years old. The short list is the Vemar, Shoei and Shuberth.

**nomadtom69** · 01-25-2012, 10:14 PM

I might raise it for slow riding in stop and go traffic to get a litte air.

twowheeladdict · 01-26-2012, 08:29 AM

I have a Bell Star. Check out the review at http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motor...helmet-review/

I have a gloss black one. It flows more air than any other full face I have owned.

I have a HJC IS MAX BT. It matches the '10 Voyager black/Red pretty good. Easy to put on and off because it is a modular. Definitely cheap feeling compared to other helmets though.

I have a Bell Revolver Modular Helmet. Solid modular helmet. has more of a round fit than the the Bell star so not quite as comfortable for my shape head.

I tried the GMAX GM68S because it advertised a lot of air flow. It is OK but nothing like the Bell Star.

If you don't want to spend the money on a Bell Star check out the Bell Vortex. Same air flow in a more budget helmet.

**bogatyrs** · 01-26-2012, 08:48 AM

Last year I bought a Nolan N43 and really like it especially the flexibility it offers.

01-25-2012, 02:39 PM	#1
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01-25-2012, 02:58 PM	#2
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	I have a HJC IS-MAX-BT. I use it for extended trips, bad weather, that sort of thing. It is the only modular helmet I've ever owned, so I have nothing to compare it to. It is very comfortable and has a hidden internal half shield in addition to the outer shield. __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17
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01-25-2012, 03:40 PM	#3
Top Cat Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Peoples Republic of New York State Posts: 15,154	I have this Gmax helmet. You can read reviews here also. I have had three Gmax helmets,2 fullface and this flip up. I like them but as one reviewer said, the slider on top of the helmet for my sunshield did come apart. I called the store where I got it and they sent me a new one with a video of how to replace it. So I'm thinkin this may be a common problem with this helmet. That being said I would buy this helmet again. http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...et-Helmet.aspx __________________ Tim "TC" Conley VBA #9 2011 Victory Kingpin mine 2013 Victory Boardwalk -hers [LEFT][COLOR=#000000] [SIZE=4]
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01-25-2012, 04:53 PM	#4
highwayman2011 Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: N Las Vegas, NV Posts: 364	Modular Helmets I don't have one but after researching I am considering the Shark Evoline 2. The chinbar goes all the way back but you can still use the clear shield or the sun shield. Lots of good comparison videos on revzilla.com
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01-25-2012, 05:08 PM	#5
dabull Sr. Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Crestview, FL Posts: 2,409	i'm like cactusjack...i have mine for cold and inclement weather....I have this Zamp helmet: http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...id-Helmet.aspx and like it....I LOVE the inner visor, it does a GREAT job of shading my eyes from the sun....it raises and lowers easily from the left side of the helmet via the "slider"... check prices online... Be SURE to check you head size and compare it to the provided size charts! :) Login or Register to Remove Ads
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01-25-2012, 07:24 PM	#8
jlreeves Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Roswell, GA Posts: 888	If you have a Cycle Gear around your area, go look at the Bilt line. They have 2 versions, one with a flip up sun shield and the other without. I had an HJC and it got to where it was wearing a hole in my forehead. The Bilt is very comfortable and priced well. Could use a little better ventillation though. __________________ 2008 Nomad 1600 Black/Red _________________________________________ VulcanBagger #01711, VRA/GA VRA, SCRC, VROC #29671, AMA #1085989, Red Knights MC GA-18 Pres, PGR _________________________________________
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01-25-2012, 08:24 PM	#10
nomadtom69 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Maryville, Tn Posts: 2,656	Have a Nolan n102 like the helment fits good comfortable just wished I had got the N103 the difference the sun shield on the n102 is on out side and the n103 is on the inside with the chinbar up you can still use the sun shield __________________ (NomadTom69)Tom Green Previous bikes - 2004 BMW R1200 CLC 2006 Nomad 1600 Black -1985 BMW K100 RT VBA #001609 Viet-Nam Vet 71-72 Maryville , Tn. Maggie Valley '11-Townsend '12-Estes Park '13- Copperhead fall rally "13- Elkins WV '14- Eureka Springs ' 15- Helen Ga. SE Rally '16
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01-25-2012, 09:28 PM	#12
ponch Sr. Contributor Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Way East Valley Posts: 12,015	I have a Fulmer. It's kind of noisy, enough so that it aggravates my tinnitus. I am due for a new helmet as this one is five years old. The short list is the Vemar, Shoei and Shuberth. __________________ Ponch VBA 0019 VROC 8109-R BMWMOA 162849 BMWRA 41335 BMW: When you care enough to ride the very best. My Motorrad Blog My Motorrad YouTube 2009 BMW R1200RT Previous bikes:2007 Nomad \| 2001 Vulcan 800 Classic \| 1984 GPz750 \| 1978 KZ1000A2 Rallies: Custer '09\|Prairie Du Chien '10\|Crescent City '11
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01-25-2012, 10:14 PM	#13
nomadtom69 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Maryville, Tn Posts: 2,656	I might raise it for slow riding in stop and go traffic to get a litte air. __________________ (NomadTom69)Tom Green Previous bikes - 2004 BMW R1200 CLC 2006 Nomad 1600 Black -1985 BMW K100 RT VBA #001609 Viet-Nam Vet 71-72 Maryville , Tn. Maggie Valley '11-Townsend '12-Estes Park '13- Copperhead fall rally "13- Elkins WV '14- Eureka Springs ' 15- Helen Ga. SE Rally '16
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01-26-2012, 08:29 AM	#14
twowheeladdict Advanced Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Middle Tennessee Posts: 616	I have a Bell Star. Check out the review at http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motor...helmet-review/ I have a gloss black one. It flows more air than any other full face I have owned. I have a HJC IS MAX BT. It matches the '10 Voyager black/Red pretty good. Easy to put on and off because it is a modular. Definitely cheap feeling compared to other helmets though. I have a Bell Revolver Modular Helmet. Solid modular helmet. has more of a round fit than the the Bell star so not quite as comfortable for my shape head. I tried the GMAX GM68S because it advertised a lot of air flow. It is OK but nothing like the Bell Star. If you don't want to spend the money on a Bell Star check out the Bell Vortex. Same air flow in a more budget helmet. __________________ 2010 Vulcan Voyager, 2007 Vulcan Mean Streak, 2009 Vulcan Nomad
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01-26-2012, 08:48 AM	#15
bogatyrs Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Southern Ontario Posts: 706	Full Face Helmet Last year I bought a Nolan N43 and really like it especially the flexibility it offers. __________________ Bogie (aka Mike) KawaNOW #01650 Bell City Riders #21 SCRC 329 2010 Nomad (The Beast) Previous Bikes 2008 - 900 Vulcan Classic 1958 HD HydraGlide
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