POLL: Would you wear a Modular (flip-up) Helmet? - Page 2

G-ForceJunkie · 04-14-2007, 12:55 AM

I have always worn full face, but see the appeal of the flip up...and it has nothing to do with the fact I have a BMW

I also wear glasses, it would be nice to be able to not have to take them on and off putting a helmet on and off. It would be nice to not have to buy sunglasses and regular glasses around a helmet...I have to pretty much go with temple style ear pieces to be able to put glasses back on under a helmet. It would be nice to just be able to flip the helmet up when you gotta run inside the gas station to pay. It would be nice to be able to flip the helmet up on long superslab trips to stuff food, gum, candy, and drinks in you face. I tried on a Nolan year ago and was unimpressed. Havent tried the new Shoei or shuberths yet. Reguardless, Its pics like this that will always make me wear a helmet with face protection.

Leelover · 04-14-2007, 12:18 PM

Yeah, I was disappointed by the fact I still have to pull my glasses off to put the helmet on. Also, my Syncrotech is definitely more noisy than the solids I have. I am fortunate that it does fit well.

It really does come in handy to be able to flip the chin up to grab a quick drink (something extremely important with our humiture index), or mostly talk to someone. Being a certified know-it-all, it can difficult for me to fulfill my obligations in knowledge dispersement in a fixed face helmet.

Getsome · 04-14-2007, 06:11 PM

I voted yes, but only because I plan on possibly purchasing one for when I teach the MSF courses. Will make it much easier for communication between range exercises so I don't have to take the helmet off every time, just flip it up.

But as for normal everyday riding I will never wear one most likely.

MotoVegas · 04-15-2007, 12:20 PM

A buddy of mine just bought the new Shoei Multitec yesterday. Very solid looking helmet. Again, not my cup-o-tea, but if I were to get one, it would be that one.

Motorace · 04-25-2007, 09:31 PM

I just bought a new Multitec, too. After about 300 miles in it, this is one beautiful helmet.

Leelover · 04-25-2007, 09:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Motorace

I just bought a new Multitec, too. After about 300 miles in it, this is one beautiful helmet.

How is it as far as noise?

Bagger · 05-13-2007, 12:40 PM

I also run a Syncrotech while on my FJR...it is louder than alot of fullface but the difference in protection is fairly small than compared to an open face. Just like bikes you pick the best tool to fit the task at hand.. I wouldn't pick my R6 to run a 1000mile/day crosscountry trip nor would I use my FJR to run in the Advanced group at a trackday.. So is the same way I treat my helmets...Medium pace/touring = Syncrotech....Hard play = Fullface

Leelover · 05-13-2007, 12:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bagger

Hard play = Fullface

sounds KINKY!!!

Bagger · 05-13-2007, 07:17 PM

Cus thats how I roll....Just ask Frenchie...j/k

f1_hurricane · 05-15-2007, 02:34 AM

oooh thats an online bitch slap just waiting to happen

Baketech · 12-21-2007, 10:56 AM

I don't wear one now due to having Lasik, and no longer needing glasses. However, if I find myself wearing glasses again due to aging, I will definitely purchase a flip-up...

BizJetGuy · 12-21-2007, 12:04 PM

I have both - an Arai full-face and a Nolan N102 flip-up. I don't feel that the Nolan gives me any less protection than the Arai as long as I ride with the helmet closed.

The only criteria I have for selecting a specific helmet is if I'm riding solo or with someone else. I'll slap on the Nolan if I'm riding with someone else simply because it is much easier to give/get directions at intersections, gas stations, etc. It's also quite nice to flip up the chin bar in the summer heat.

ConqSoft · 02-20-2008, 10:38 AM

I like the new Shoei MultiTech... Just wish they had better paint job options....

sportbiker929 · 02-20-2008, 11:47 AM

i wear a schuberth when i teach msf courses so i dont have to remove between exercises.

Mitch

DUX · 05-19-2009, 06:27 AM

My wife wears a Nolan and loves it.

I have one for snowmobiling and really like it, however the chances of crashing or getting hit by a car and knocked off are significantly reduced.

Just be careful which ones you consider. The less expensive ones tend to have a plastic locking mechanism whereas the safer ones (usually more expensive) have metal clasps that hold the chin bar in place during an impact.

View Poll Results: Would you wear a modular (flip-up) helmet?
No way! I don't trust a helmet that is not solid!	42	58.33%
Yes, but it would have to be a high quality, with metal latches.	24	33.33%
Yes, any flip helmet that is DOT certified would be OK.	6	8.33%
Voters: 72. You may not vote on this poll

04-14-2007, 12:55 AM	#31
G-ForceJunkie Who's driving? Join Date: 12-15-2006 Location: Castaic, CA Bike(s): BMW GS1150 ADV, DRZ400 Posts: 1,280 Images: 1	Re: POLL: Would you wear a Modular (flip-up) Helmet? I have always worn full face, but see the appeal of the flip up...and it has nothing to do with the fact I have a BMW I also wear glasses, it would be nice to be able to not have to take them on and off putting a helmet on and off. It would be nice to not have to buy sunglasses and regular glasses around a helmet...I have to pretty much go with temple style ear pieces to be able to put glasses back on under a helmet. It would be nice to just be able to flip the helmet up when you gotta run inside the gas station to pay. It would be nice to be able to flip the helmet up on long superslab trips to stuff food, gum, candy, and drinks in you face. I tried on a Nolan year ago and was unimpressed. Havent tried the new Shoei or shuberths yet. Reguardless, Its pics like this that will always make me wear a helmet with face protection. Attached Thumbnails

04-14-2007, 12:18 PM	#32
Leelover Remembering RAH-VFR...RIP #20 Join Date: 12-18-2006 Location: Fort Myers, FL Bike(s): 06 FJR1300 & 01 GSXR 750 Posts: 1,472	Re: POLL: Would you wear a Modular (flip-up) Helmet? Yeah, I was disappointed by the fact I still have to pull my glasses off to put the helmet on. Also, my Syncrotech is definitely more noisy than the solids I have. I am fortunate that it does fit well. It really does come in handy to be able to flip the chin up to grab a quick drink (something extremely important with our humiture index), or mostly talk to someone. Being a certified know-it-all, it can difficult for me to fulfill my obligations in knowledge dispersement in a fixed face helmet. __________________ "The Father wove the skein of your life a long time ago. Go and hide in a hole if you wish, but you won't live one instant longer. Your fate is fixed. Fear profits a man nothing." Herger the Joyous

04-14-2007, 06:11 PM	#33
Getsome MSF RiderCoach Join Date: 12-27-2006 Location: Bristol, TN Age: 35 Bike(s): 05 CBR 1000RR Posts: 146	Re: POLL: Would you wear a Modular (flip-up) Helmet? I voted yes, but only because I plan on possibly purchasing one for when I teach the MSF courses. Will make it much easier for communication between range exercises so I don't have to take the helmet off every time, just flip it up. But as for normal everyday riding I will never wear one most likely.

04-15-2007, 12:20 PM	#34
MotoVegas Ben Spies > You Join Date: 01-03-2007 Location: Las Vegas Age: 40 Bike(s): =( Posts: 1,740	Re: POLL: Would you wear a Modular (flip-up) Helmet? A buddy of mine just bought the new Shoei Multitec yesterday. Very solid looking helmet. Again, not my cup-o-tea, but if I were to get one, it would be that one. __________________ Enjoy my pics Enjoy my crash Enjoy riding with Whip and I at SMMR

04-25-2007, 09:31 PM	#35
Motorace Its all about Michelin! Join Date: 01-03-2007 Age: 43 Bike(s): Suzuki DL1000K6 Posts: 92	Re: POLL: Would you wear a Modular (flip-up) Helmet? I just bought a new Multitec, too. After about 300 miles in it, this is one beautiful helmet. __________________ Dave P Check out my eBay store! 2006 Suzuki DL1000K6 1988 Honda GL1500A1

05-13-2007, 12:40 PM	#37
Bagger Join Date: 05-09-2007 Age: 31 Bike(s): 05 FJR1300, 06 R6 Posts: 156	Re: POLL: Would you wear a Modular (flip-up) Helmet? I also run a Syncrotech while on my FJR...it is louder than alot of fullface but the difference in protection is fairly small than compared to an open face. Just like bikes you pick the best tool to fit the task at hand.. I wouldn't pick my R6 to run a 1000mile/day crosscountry trip nor would I use my FJR to run in the Advanced group at a trackday.. So is the same way I treat my helmets...Medium pace/touring = Syncrotech....Hard play = Fullface

05-13-2007, 07:17 PM	#39
Bagger Join Date: 05-09-2007 Age: 31 Bike(s): 05 FJR1300, 06 R6 Posts: 156	Re: POLL: Would you wear a Modular (flip-up) Helmet? Cus thats how I roll....Just ask Frenchie...j/k

05-15-2007, 02:34 AM	#40
f1_hurricane Four feet tall with three feet teeth Join Date: 01-06-2007 Age: 22 Bike(s): 1998 GSXR 750 Posts: 1,125	Re: POLL: Would you wear a Modular (flip-up) Helmet? oooh thats an online bitch slap just waiting to happen

12-21-2007, 10:56 AM	#41
Baketech "Able was I ere I saw Elba..." Join Date: 12-14-2006 Bike(s): VFR800 - CBR929 - VFR800 Posts: 3,635	Re: POLL: Would you wear a Modular (flip-up) Helmet? I don't wear one now due to having Lasik, and no longer needing glasses. However, if I find myself wearing glasses again due to aging, I will definitely purchase a flip-up... __________________ "Ten times more charming than that Arnold on Green Acres..."

12-21-2007, 12:04 PM	#42
BizJetGuy American Pikey Join Date: 12-18-2006 Location: Indiana Age: 40 Bike(s): Aprilia RST 1000 Posts: 2,246	Re: POLL: Would you wear a Modular (flip-up) Helmet? I have both - an Arai full-face and a Nolan N102 flip-up. I don't feel that the Nolan gives me any less protection than the Arai as long as I ride with the helmet closed. The only criteria I have for selecting a specific helmet is if I'm riding solo or with someone else. I'll slap on the Nolan if I'm riding with someone else simply because it is much easier to give/get directions at intersections, gas stations, etc. It's also quite nice to flip up the chin bar in the summer heat. __________________ Incognito: An Italian phrase meaning "Nice Gearchange!"

02-20-2008, 10:38 AM	#43
ConqSoft You're gonna love my nuts! Join Date: 12-25-2006 Location: Raleigh, NC Age: 37 Bike(s): None Posts: 980	I like the new Shoei MultiTech... Just wish they had better paint job options.... __________________ I have CDO. It's like OCD except the letters are in alphabetical order, as they should be.

02-20-2008, 11:47 AM	#44
sportbiker929 Super Fly White Guy Join Date: 10-11-2007 Location: Oakley, CA Age: 42 Bike(s): RC51, XR650L, XR650R Posts: 59	i wear a schuberth when i teach msf courses so i dont have to remove between exercises. Mitch

05-19-2009, 06:27 AM	#45
DUX Join Date: 12-28-2006 Age: 38 Bike(s): 07 GSadv,04 RC-51,95 VFR Posts: 1,074	My wife wears a Nolan and loves it. I have one for snowmobiling and really like it, however the chances of crashing or getting hit by a car and knocked off are significantly reduced. Just be careful which ones you consider. The less expensive ones tend to have a plastic locking mechanism whereas the safer ones (usually more expensive) have metal clasps that hold the chin bar in place during an impact. __________________ If you think that loud pipes save lives, imagine what learning to really ride that thing could do.

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