Up until I decided to go modular, Shoei was my favorite brand of helmet. They make an excellent product. For a long time they were the only helmet manufacturer who owned their own wind tunnel for testing the aerodynamics of their helmet models. I don't know if that is still true, but I do know that my Shoei helmets have been among the quietest I've owned. Shoei full face helmets have been both DOT and SNELL certified for years. The modular is not Snell certified however, because none of the modular helmets can pass a certain frontal impact test that is part of the Snell certification process.

Shoei lost me on their modular. They don't fit my face - my chin won't clear the chin bar. I also think that the price they've been charging for their modular models has been much too high. You definitely need to try these helmets on. Some models will probably be eliminated due to fit no matter how much you like the features or price.

If you do decide on a Shoei, shop around online. You can find some pretty good discounts. I saved over $100 on my last Shoei full face helmet purchase. I still have that helmet and it is in great shape (I wore it less than 2 years). It is quieter, and ventilates better, than my Nolan. But I no longer wear it because I am spoiled by the convenience advantages of the modular helmet.

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Paul

2007 Triumph Bonneville T100, Tors, xAI, xSnorkel, 120/40, 1 shim, Works Performance suspension, National Cycle Deflector DX, Scrambler Gel Seat

I am on my third (maybe fourth?) Nolan. Now riding with the 102 which has the sun-shade. I do a lot of long distance riding, and at this point would ONLY have a flip-up. The sun shade is very useful but the mechanism is a little goofy and I need to add to the friction by adding some duct tape near the hinge area (funky solution). Other than that the quality is very good.

This is the only helmet which I can don with my glasses on.

Strongly suggest that you try on these helmets before you buy as different makes seem to fit different head shapes. That said, if you plan to buy mail-order, make sure you try one on somewhere for shape and size.

Good luck, Stuart

Hey all,

Well Ihave been doing some research, and it looks like the Shoei Multitech is coming out ahead. I ordered one from a local shop, even though I told them I might not buy it...they said no problem, which is great. It was supposed to be in this sat, but it has now been pushed back until next sat. Which is fine, as I just ordered some Triumph parts, so a week wait isn't too bad. I did find a online store that is selling the same (new) helmets at cost, which is a savings of over $200...

So I now know where I am going to buy from, just not what...so many choices.......

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The current issue of Rider magazine has a review of modular helmets. Both the Nolan N102 and the Shoei Multitech are among the models they evaluated. If you can find a copy you might want to pick it up - it's a pretty good issue overall. I finished reading it and passed it on to a friend of mine this morning.

One thing they noted that I hadn't realized before is that some of the modular helmets do not have impact absorbing cushioning on the inside of the chin bar. Both the Nolan and the Shoei do have that.

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I have a Caberg Jutissimo which is OK, has an internal tinted visor too so no need to change visors at dusk.

Wouldn't know how it compares with other flip front models as it's the only one I've ever used

I have recently bought a Nitro F346V flip up. It's light but well padded esp in lower face area so fits me very well, can turn my head with no movement from wind blast at all.

Has a demist vent system that has some benefit & it's quiet too, can recommend it - 170 euros

Originally Posted by Hamr Mark

Hey all, Well Ihave been doing some research, and it looks like the Shoei Multitech is coming out ahead. I ordered one from a local shop, even though I told them I might not buy it...they said no problem, which is great. It was supposed to be in this sat, but it has now been pushed back until next sat. Which is fine, as I just ordered some Triumph parts, so a week wait isn't too bad. I did find a online store that is selling the same (new) helmets at cost, which is a savings of over $200... So I now know where I am going to buy from, just not what...so many choices.......

Whatever you do, wear it around the store for a while. I own the N102 and love it. I also wouldn't buy a helmet online. Of course, that's a personal decision but if I buy it from my local dealer (who doesn't really make that much on them anyway) I know I can take it back if I'm not happy. Oh, and NEVER ride with it flipped up. All it takes is one off and all that added torque will snap your neck like a dry twig if it gets caught on something. Best of luck finding a lid.

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Keith

2007 Black Sprint ST ABS - Stiebel Horn, GSG Sliders

A few years ago I bought a Zeus modular helmet for around $90. I wore it as my primary helmet for two years with absolutely no problems. Would it protect my head the same as a $500 helmet? Who knows. I do know the money I saved allowed me to purchase other protectivce gear that I otherwise probably wouldn't have bought until much later, so I feel the tradeoff made sense.

check http://www.webbikeworld.com/ for reviews on helmets and all MC related gear.

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I have been wearing them for years. I have an old Schuberth Concept that I purchased in Germany before they were even imported into the US, and then just recently purchased a Shoei Multitech. I also have an Arai Signet which fits like a glove but the filip up is so convienient I virtually never wear the Arai. Compared to the Scuberth, the shoei is lighter and quieter - but has less room in the jaw area as previously mentioned by another poster. I have a hard time putting it on without disturbing my glasses. They do have some different sizes of cheek pads that I might try.

Ventilation and fogging is not as good in the shoei either, but the shield stays up better. I guess it's a toss-up.

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Courtney

i got a shoei multitec, i love it. is very quiet another plus point is the pinlock system.