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Nolan N102.
My first modular was a HJC CL-Max. OK for the price I guess, but cheaply constructed compared to the Nolan. One key difference is a metal latch mechanism in the Nolan vs plastic mechanism in the HJC. My HJC would sometimes jam in the closed position.
I like to ride with my face shield cracked open one notch for additional ventilation. The Nolan face shield stays where I put it. The HJC would blow shut at fairly low speeds.
Face shield replacement was much easier with the Nolan - close to impossible with my HJC. That is important if you want to switch from a clear to a tinted shield - or back again. I hear that HJC has improved their system. I certainly hope so.
Nolan has a handy flip down sun shade. They also have an anti fogging inner face shield. One model comes already set up for Blue Tooth communications. They have a clip latch instead of a D-ring for fastening the helmet strap.
The Nolan costs more - and is worth it. The Nolan is a tad heavier, but it has good aerodynamics, and is well balanced. I've never really noticed the weight difference when riding - and I've worn it for 500 & 600 mile riding days.
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Paul
2007 Triumph Bonneville T100, Tors, xAI, xSnorkel, 120 mains / 1 shim, 40 pilots, 3.0 turns, NH Bellmouth, Works Performance suspension, National Cycle Deflector DX, Scrambler Gel Seat
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