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RE: Modular Helmet... - CB4ME_imp - 01-11-2016
I had the HJC modular with internal sun screen. It's a very nice helmet but a bit noisy.
RE: Modular Helmet... - redbirds_imp - 01-11-2016
When looking for a modular the most important thing for me is fit and comfort. I cannot wear the HJC because of my head shape. I have a Nolan and it's a bit heavier than some other modulars but it fits great and is comfortable for me even on long rides.
RE: Modular Helmet... - Chapomis_imp - 01-11-2016
(01-11-2016, 11:07 PM)redbirds_imp Wrote: When looking for a modular the most important thing for me is fit and comfort. I cannot wear the HJC because of my head shape. I have a Nolan and it's a bit heavier than some other modulars but it fits great and is comfortable for me even on long rides.
Steve, was your HJC tight on the forehead ? My HJC is too tight in the forehead after a hour or so. I have a Vega Summit II modular that fits perfect, but you get what you pay for with Vega. The shield came off while riding one day, not pleased with that. I'm having a hard time finding stores around here that sell helmets besides HJC. I found a store in CT last w/e that had Shoei and Arai. The Shoei fit me like the HJC and the Arai fit well, but they don't make modular or drop down interior visor. I'm interested in how your Nolan fits.
RE: Modular Helmet... - the Ferret - 01-11-2016
That's true redbirds. Fit and comfort are the key. My son has a Bell head/Shoei head. I have an HJC head.
We all went up to Iron Pony not too long ago. A mc superstore located in Cols Ohio with an acc dept the size of your average Walmart store. 20 brands of helmets. Thousands of helmets. We tried helmets on for hours lol. Arai, Agv, Shoei, Bell, Shark, HJC, Schuberth, Biltwell, Gmax, Kbc, Nolan, Z1R etc etc. For me the HJC was always the most comfortable. None one of us could stand the fit of the most expensive helmets they had, the Schuberths. We expected them to be luxurious considering the price. But 15 seconds inside the helmet for each of us was too much. I ended up with the HJC Cl Max 2, my son ended up with a Shoei Neotech, and my brother ended up with a Shoei Qwest.
RE: Modular Helmet... - Chapomis_imp - 01-11-2016
Just Googled Iron Pony hoping they might have a store further East, very impressive store !
RE: Modular Helmet... - the Ferret - 01-11-2016
They are a multi line motorcycle dealer as well..Indian, Ducati, Yamaha, not sure what else. Sat on a Ducati Scrambler, and an Indian Scout last time I was there. Glad I bought a CB1100.
RE: Modular Helmet... - Rocky_imp - 01-11-2016
I have an HJC head too and have been wearing various HJC models for many years.
I currently have an open face IS 33 and a flip-up IS Max.
Like ferret, the more expensive helmets don't fit me well either so I stick with what works and something I can wear all day in comfort.
RE: Modular Helmet... - redbirds_imp - 01-12-2016
(01-11-2016, 11:24 PM)Chapomis_imp Wrote:(01-11-2016, 11:07 PM)redbirds_imp Wrote: When looking for a modular the most important thing for me is fit and comfort. I cannot wear the HJC because of my head shape. I have a Nolan and it's a bit heavier than some other modulars but it fits great and is comfortable for me even on long rides.
Steve, was your HJC tight on the forehead ? My HJC is too tight in the forehead after a hour or so. I have a Vega Summit II modular that fits perfect, but you get what you pay for with Vega. The shield came off while riding one day, not pleased with that. I'm having a hard time finding stores around here that sell helmets besides HJC. I found a store in CT last w/e that had Shoei and Arai. The Shoei fit me like the HJC and the Arai fit well, but they don't make modular or drop down interior visor. I'm interested in how your Nolan fits.
That's it Alan, tight on my forehead with the HJC. The Nolan fits me like a glove with no tight spots. I special ordered my last Nolan from a local dealer who does not carry Nolan in his regular stock. I bargained with him and paid the best internet site price I had found.
RE: Modular Helmet... - quietguy_imp - 01-12-2016
(01-11-2016, 09:05 PM)The ferret_imp Wrote: I have several helmets, open face, 3/4, modular and full face which I will wear depending on specific conditions.
In the summer my all time favorite is my HJC 3/4 CL-33
I wear an HJC CL Max 2 Modular a lot, especially on trips or in weather under 75 degrees
I also wear an HJC IS 16 Full face although not very often. i have noticed when I stop on it, I automatically grab for the chin bar release to lift the front, only there isn't one. Very inconvenient.
I too wear glasses and both the 3/4 and modular are much easier to use wearing glasses. I will walk into a store with the face shield raied on either without taking my helmet off to use a restroom, or pick up a snack, or a prescription even.
I also perfer dark tinted shields to clear shields or flip down internal sun shields like on the HJC IS series of helmets
I'm guessing extra care must be given during tinkle time with the bar down on that modular... otherwise, wet boots.
RE: Modular Helmet... - HikerToo_imp - 01-12-2016
My first summer with the CB, I ordered a Shoei Full, 3/4 and Modular, ended up putting the modular on ebay, figured if I was in a wreck, I wanted the real deal. Face is as important as the head.
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