Best Modular Motorcycle Helmets of 2018
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- čas přidán 7. 09. 2024
- Cool breeze on the face when you’re puttering about and full-face protection when you’re out emulating Rossi. Modulars or flip-up helmets are, well, flipping awesome and here are our top picks for 2018. Ryan, take it away!
Top Flip-Up Helmets:
0:10 - Shoei Neotec II: frt9.co/gormnb
2:24 - AGV Sportmodular Carbon: frt9.co/xkx6yx
5:11 - LS2 FF399 Valiant: frt9.co/7muksr
7:40 - HJC CL-Max 3: SOLD OUT
8:58 - HJC RPHA 91 [Updated]: frt9.co/xz8g6p
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I've always wondered how Fort nine squeezes such big amount of understandable, funny yet proper information in just 10 mins. Kudos guys!
Canadians are well known for their informative humor. [Note: Unresearched factoid.]
They only hire people with Standup comedy experience :-D
He is a retailer who was a rider long before he sold gear (as I think I remember from older videos he got started with sleds and dirt bikes as a kid), and has brought a ton of publicity to FortNine which allows him the freedom of honesty
Not to mention the excellent editing skills
@@freezingCode A Canadian thing, is it? Concise and cool, 49 is a talented youtuber!
I'm glad to see Ryan is talking to Ryan again. The whole family suffers when these two fight.
Kirk Johnson 1
Bought the Neotec II, hurt my forehead, lucky enough to have a friend who wanted it, bought the RAPHA 90 and love it...came out $200 ahead AND a much lighter lid! REALLY appreciate/enjoy the work you guys put into your videos
How the hell does anyone not like Ryan, he is spot on with his reviews, he has helped thousands of us riders, and he is a funny dude. Just the faces he makes during his video's are priceless! Thank you RYAN, this New York City guy totally has got your back!
Only you guys can make a helmet round up interesting and entertaining even if I have no interest in getting a flip-up helmet. Great work lads!
Infinitea same here!
He talks fast and is very spare with his words.
Awesome video… ☝️After my first modular I decided I will not go back to a full face.
LS2 valiant owner here. The single color helmet is $299 from multiple retailers, and my Sena 10C mounts perfectly fine right under the chinbar hinge. It's great with glasses, the vents are very functional, unlike other ls2 helmets, and the chin/screen are a joy to use. The glass has couple of built in stopping points, so it's easy to leave it slightly cracked, leaving about 1/2" air gap, a feature not available in any other helmet I've owned before. The sunshade is excellent in operation, sun protection and coverage. If you looking for negatives, the microphone is really hard to mount because of the forward protrusion. The opening shape is kinda weird and takes getting used to. It's rather heavy overall, even by modular helmet standards. Just like all other LS2 helmets, the interior liner has that fucking cord around the perimeter, pain in the ass to reassemble. The styling is unorthodox, so not everyone is going to be impressed. But I do get many positive comments from other riders. The 180 degree flip is a great feature. And for the money, there is no competition.
I almost bought one yesterday. But then I tried on the Neotec 2 and it was all over but the crying my checkbook made when I took it home. The Neotec 2 really is that good. I still like what the LS2 does thought. Extremely functional in design.
I love mine, definitely amazing with glasses which was my reasoning for buying. Was the only helemt at the shop with that option.
1 major downside is windnoise. It has alot of windnoise even with earplugs.
I want to find a place in Ontario that carries ls2 so I can try on... I hate to say this but I will end up buying it from Fort nine because of you tube videos 👍
These are, by far, the most entertaining (and informative) reviews on the web! Keep up the great work, Ryan (and Fortnine)
I genuinely value and appreciate your views and opinions. As someone who is just starting out on the motorcycle community I Look to a lot of these videos for advice and to help clarify some decisions I've made about what gear to buy.
Lauren Schlepp as a rider since 95'
my best advice is to buy the best gear you can, it may seem expensive , but the utility you get from warm waterproof clothing and properly fitting , well made gear is absolutely worth the cost
You should also check out: sharp.dft.gov.uk. That way you are informed about safer helmets.
One thing about buying the best gear you can afford: You tend to only need to buy it once.
The Neotec 2 lets me drive 20km/h faster than my previous helmet before noise becomes annoying (another SHOEI). That's a pretty radical improvement. I don't mind the weight and I never drive with visor down ^^
Heads-up, the HJC modular Rapha helmet was comfortable in the showroom, and torture to wear when wearing my sunglasses, the same sunglasses that fit perfectly inside my other helmets, including an older Rapha helmet. Make sure you try the helmet with the glasses you regularly use!
man HJC really deserves some respect for the quality they offer at such a good price.
Asad S naw. They don't stand behind their products anyway
Asad S They are not bad for a budget lid, but they can’t hold a candle on being quiet like the Schuberth or Neotec. I owned all 3 and my pick is the Shoei.
@@Kornholeeoo That is my take also... but in all honesty some riders don't go faster than 50mph on a regular basis, so noise might not be a big issue.. the Neotecs are nice looking, well made and extra quiet but also too expensive for the occasional rider. I like mine but it's not the one I use the most.. be safe, have fun!
Durox Kilo Yep. I totally understand the price issue. I have a half shell that I wear if I’m just going to putter down to the store. Fastest speed would be like 40 MPH. But if I’m gonna be on a highway or interstate, it’s gonna be the Neotec or Schuberth. And although I do love FortNine’s videos and the wealth of information this site brings, he’s all about the weight. I’ve never found 1800-1900 grams to be heavy. But I’m a bigger dude so maybe it’s more noticeable to others. 1850gms is just 4lbs. I remember when kids were way heavier, LOL. I partition some studies when California passed the helmet law back in 1990 or so. The data they used to pass it was totally flawed and skewed to make it look like it was a no brainer. Had they put out the factual data and not twisted it to their favor, I doubt it would have passed.
@@Kornholeeoo Can’t hold a candle? I tried the Neotech 2 aka the brick and the c3….
Needless to say I ride in the HJC Carbon.
Lighter. Still debating on if it’s quieter. It’s close close. The good part is the carbon version is different in a few areas, the bad part is the carbon version costs the same as the Neotech 2
Ls2 lifts the visor when pulling the chin down. That's an awesome design
stewillett ls2 also wears out faster then most, they are made cheaply . They seem to offer superior value for money until 9-12months down the road and you wonder why your helmet is now noisy as hell and starting to wear out. I have had several friends who will never buy another ls2 again I have one who has same helmet as here, the chin bar latch is worn already he has to close it rather hard to get it to lock. Compairing to my shark evoline yes the shark is twice as much but it's also still tight and still comfy and still works as the day I bought it about a year ago. This may not hold true with all ls2 helmet but it does on the few I have seen which is every ls2 helmet I have seen. LoL
@@russ02281990 spot on. LS2 seems fantastic for features, finish, and comfort at their price point. But they become insanely loud. My LS2 assault became unbearably loud after three months when the seals on the visor became useless. . My brother has an assault that did the same after around 10 months, though he rides way less than me. I replaced the LS with a Schuberth and relegated the LS to just bring used to drive to work. I eventually had a wreck on my dual sport near home when I hit a dog going about 45mph while test driving after a sporcket change. The LS2 did see me through to no head injuries, so I can't complain on that end for $170
I really love my Valliant. Got it last eyar and the ability to cruise around with a 3/4 helmet without looking like a totoal dingus is great
Any updates about your VALLIANT: both pros & cons?
@@onemileattatime2642 No complaints so far. It gets a lot of looks and compliments and is quite comfortable. Would not be the best choice for long distance highway rides as it is a bit loud, but nothing is perfect
Why going back and watching Ryan's 2018 helmet review... are we trying to buy a used 2018 Modular helmet???... noooo... well it is either because watching Ryan is pure Entertainment .. or because I have a Delorean with a Flux compensator in my garage... you decide 😉
I’ve owned the HJC, the Schuberth E1 (aka, C3 Pro) and now the Neotec 2. Hands down winner is the Neotec 2. Proper sizing. Comfort. Quiet as the E1 without getting a decibel meter, just my opinion. Locks without having to manipulate the cheeks. And it’s the first helmet in my life of 48 years of riding that when I put it on, it doesn’t fold my ears down. I have no problem with the weight and it feels lighter when at speed. It doesn’t rock forward on my head like the stiff neck roll causes on the E1, so my eyes are in the center of the visor opening. And my head fits in it like a hand in a well worn glove. I have a 61.5 cm head and the XL is spot on. I had a 2XL with the E1 but needed a 3XL. HJC??? 4XL to fit my head!!! WTF? Anyway, the com system arrives today. Cardo needs to step it up with their contracts as made-to-fit com units are the thing of the future. And by the way, the neck-roll Cardo unit on the Schuberts sucked like a $600 Dyson vacuum! I actually tossed it in the garbage after a year. So hard it rocked the lid forward so bad the visor opening was on top of my eyebrows and the regular neck roll was not much better. It was quiet, I’ll give it that, but I cannot tell the difference from the Neotec 2. The HJC? Well it’s not too bad for a budget lid. I was able to sell it for just $50 less than I paid for it and dude loved it but he had a quiet bike. My Harley is obnoxiously loud and I love it! Thanks for the video. Good stuff here!
Since my crash in 2015, with my girlfriend on the back, we never used modular/flip-up helmets anymore.
The helmets were closed at the time of crash, but if she had it open it would damage her face.
Btw, we were only going at 25mph when a lady decided to jump the STOP sign when we were just in front of her.
Ryan, as a US rider I take exception to your comment about ratchet helmet straps. For 8 years now I've enjoyed riding over 200k (miles) with Schuberth C3, C3pro and most recently the E1. I can secure or release the ratchet quickly and easily with gloves on, compared to those annoyingly cumbersome D-rings. Plus Schuberth offers a 3XL size that fits me well and I have yet to find with any other modular helmet. Now with the E1, i appreciate the detachable peak, which works well as an eyeshade when riding directly towards the Sun.
My only real complaint would be the nearly useless PinLock, which I removed after finding the view both more blurry and not particularly effective on reducing fogging.
I can't understand anyone who would prefer a d ring. Ratchets are infinitely easier to use. D rings are an absolute chore.
Any chance of a 2022 update on modulars?
for the past few years, i've used a Zox Condor helmet. I found that for just over $100 its been a great bucket. Its got washable and replaceable inserts, hyperallergenic, deep ear sockets for comms speakers, good venting, nose guard and chin curtain, and fits nicely on my XL noggin...also, i found that the bronze inner visor has been brilliant on days that are very glarey and when used at night, really cuts down that blinding headlight glare but also seems to make the lines on the road really stand out, almost as if they were underlit
Going from a HJC ISMAX-2 to a Neotec 2, gotta say the neotec just feels all around better. More solid chin bar in both up and locked positions. Also the neotec fits my dome a bunch better. the HJC liner had this really bad sewing spot on the forehead area which left a painful dent across my head after wearing it a while. Modified the stitching for it and that did help.
Awesome video, but you forgot a contender. About two years ago I was involved in a motorcycle accident that for all intents and purposes I should have died that day but I didn't. The helmet I was wearing at the time was a Zoan Coyote Modular Helmet and I would not be here today without that helmet. I currently own a Zoan Goliath Modular helmet and I trust my life with it everyday.
Just figured I would share my story with you.
Thank you for the great content you bring.
I purchased the RPHA-90 as a replacement for my much beloved RPHA MAX EVO, and was much disappointed. The fit was not as good, but worse was the wind noise in the helmet. On the same bike the difference between the MAX and 90 is astonishing. I ended up selling the RPHA-90 again and buying another RPHA MAX EVO. I have over the years has Multitechs, Neotechs and Nolan modular helmets, but the HJC RPHA MAX EVO takes the prize for best modular in my book. Really a shame they don't make it anymore!!!
Scorpion's EXO-GT920 is a great helmet at its price, and for a little more the EXO-GT3000 gets you a few more features. Surprised none of their stuff made it in.
or the exo-at950
I used to be an R-Jays fan but recently got my first HJC lid, and am very happy with it!!
I have the Neotec 2 with the Sena SRL and I use it with my 2021 Goldwing Tour DCT and my 2021 R1250 GS Adventure. The helmet works well but the ventilation is almost non-existent. The SRL provides good sound but the buttons are not easy to use with gloves on. The charge cable is difficult to connect and uses a USB Micro connector. I initially installed a Cardo Black but the speakers were to large for this helmet so I bought the SRL. I don’t regret the purchase and I’m happy overall with the whole package.
These videos are made with pure class, very informative, interesting and always entertaining keep up the good work mate.
a lot of these reviews dont really concern me but I still watch them because they are that good. The RPHA 90 is a good looking lid as well.
I'm not even in the market for a flip helmet but still have to watch your vids.
Hi Ryan, here's an idea for your next gear on a budget review.
"Riding gear for colder days"
Keep up the good work.
I've owned a Shuberth since 2014...at the same time I was skeptical and purchased an HJC as a spare and my bro bought a Shoei. We ride year round in heat, cold, wind and rain. In 2020 my Shuberth is still functioning perfectly while all the other helmets have rotted and torn liners, broken vents and strap clips, but the Shuberth is totally intact. Most of all...the aerodynamics of the Shuberth doesn't get caught by crosswinds and gusts like the other helmets, especially the HJC. I suggest real world testing rather than a lab test. The Shuberth not only out performs in durability, but in the wind...and it can handle sweat without rotting. My bro even replaced his shoei with an Arai, but it's liner rotted too. I know where my money will go...and none of the helmets you reviewed will get a cent.
I don't need cable anymore. I'm just going to watch this guy talk about motor gear all day. Nice touch at the end with the PSA for your pets
The elevator music at the end was just a banger of a touch. Honestly, I don’t even need a helmet I just love watching these over and over and over just cause LOL
Honestly you guys make some of the best motorcycle content on youtube - useful and entertaining everytime. My next purchase will be from Fort9 because of all the free content goodness :)
Great video! Bought the Neotech II with SRL and have been using it for a few months. I really don't like either, so the price results in buyer's remorse. I do not find the helmet to be quiet, nor do I find the SRL to be loud enough or to have decent sound quality. I do like the Neotech for the plush cushioning, its seal against rain, and the ease of sun visor deployment. Otherwise, I dislike the lack of D-ring on the chin-strap and that the front visor cannot be cracked to be just barely open. The SRL voice-com doesn't listen, cannot be heard well, but does have nice exterior weather-proofing. I guess YMMV.
I'm going to the shop now to change my RPHA MAX (2014) to RPHA 90 (2020) ... time has passed + 2 crashes ... but RPHA MAX do the job ... I like РОС shape which fit me perfectly ... quality and safety ... Greeting from Russia = we love your channel both in Eng and Russian translation ...
I like how the production quality is so high but they choose to go with cheap effects. A Star
I'll never get a modular helmet but damn Ryan made me watch the whole video. I still think of the recent Suzuki video. It was absolutely beautiful.
Why wouldn’t you get a modular? I had a bunch of full faces and will never again own anything but a modular. I’m interested.
Fitted a Sena 10s to my LS2 Valliant no problem, so don't be put off by Ryan saying you can't fit a comms unit - you can. Thanks for the reviews, Ryan.
Entertainment at its best...and you get to learn something about motorcycle products too! Good episode boys!!!
Sold. Picked up my CL Max 3 yesterday. It's crazy how heavy my old scorpion was in comparison. I also love how easy it was to peel off the HJC sticker to debadge it.
How do you like you cl max 3. How is the road/ wind noise
I like the LS2.....but now I always see Genie....
I dont care...I still like it!
Great video, as always! Thanks!
Any updates about owning your LS2: Pros & Cons?
Do you use intercom?
The fact that there were 2 Ryans just blows my mind, nice editing
Thanks for your review, just bought the Neotec II, the blue one😉
Im looking at the neotec excursion tc6.. I have the reg neotec in matte black and love it
Between this guy and Anthony shouting... I will take Fortnine 😉👌
What about POP Sterg? poP PoP POP
HEY IT'S ANTHONY FROM REVGRAGRGARGARGAGRASRARGAGRGASRGGAR
I just cannot stand Anthony and refuse to buy from them just because of his reviews.
quite true i thought he was just deaf!
Raymond Poteet I struggle to listen to him also. Fucking annoying
Awesome video Ryan! Like always.
One thing. My HJC 90S Carbon was the same price as the Neotech 2. It’s 2021 now, but know if you get the HJC in Carbon, you will not be saving any money.
and that is why I chose HJC 2 years ago, love honest and awesome reviews
Love my neotec 2, but at 5 years old...it's time for refresh...fyi, Shoei over Shuberath, any day all things being equal.
I don't care for modulars but I like knowing you've put together the best of the best in case I need to know.
Still rocking an HJC IS Max II for 3 years for now. It's heavy (but just train your neck muscles ya pansy), it's big (2 shell sizes), but it is a darn good helmet.
Agree. Great lid for the money.
@@bigpapa8152 Just got one for £88 or $100... I ordered a pin lock for it though as it steams up right away on me.. looking forward to rocking it for work mainly :)
I had my local parts monkeys order in every single high end modular helmet they could get their hands on not long ago. I had a few more models than you have in this video. I tried them all. I picked the AGV Sport modular hands down, I was in love with the helmet. I opted to wear it home. I made it 4 miles and turned around to return it for that damn chin strap. I wanted to love that helmet, but the chin stap made it un-wearable. My next pick...the HJC RPHA90, believe it or not.
A Caberg Duke/Tourmax is basically the safest modular helmet you'll find under 200 bucks.
For that price you get :
-p/j certified helmet
-5 stars SHARP rated
-Drop down sun visor
It honestly sucks that Caberg helmets aren't available outside of EU, I'd love to see you review a Caberg Tourmax.
Mentions Shark's Evoline series and the issues that come with it, but does not mention the new Evo-One 2 that fixed the issues F9 told mentioned in the vid. Not to mention the price of around $450-$500. I think he should do more Shark helmet reviews as I think that the Shark counterparts of some of the helmet types reviewed, are better at a considerable cheaper price.
The most sensible channel for motorcycle gear buyers.
P.s i have an LS2 helmet but i recall the model. Sold my bike a few months ago and haven't bought another one year so I'm a normie right now.
Dude you’re so clever with the scheme of your “show”
Great work and thanks
It's 4 am on east coast of OZ and I'm watching FirtNine.
MrLunithy
Ha ditto 👍
MrLunithy it’s 4:30 am over here in Perth and I’m watching F9.
I waited until 7.30am Canberra 😏
I would NEVER get a modular but ofc watched this video because Fortnine = Quality
Bought the HJC (the exact one (IS-Max II Magma) shown at 8:34 on the bottom there) last year!
Been an absolute joy to own and use! Awesome value. Wouldn't mind the slight upgrade to the RPHA tho.
Great review! I have first bought neolec 2, it is heavy, it creates hot spot on my head and can only be used with outdated sena comm. I have returned it. Than i bought AGV Sport modular! What a mistake! Built quality is very bad, my helmet was replaced as the side panels cracked and it took AGV two months to do this. The comfort is very bad due to the choking strap. It could have been a great helmet, but it is not. Now I'am back to my C3 pro and i love it!
I’ve got a pure white Valiant and while I don’t really have a frame of reference, I find it quiet - but I hate noise and would often wear earplugs in restaurants and can’t sleep ‘unplugged’, and my ears aren’t fatigued. I guess a lot depends on how the helmet sits on one’s head and how tight is the seal around ears.
That flipover chin bar is a godsend, though - makes a world of difference riding in hot weather in slow moving traffic.
Where is the Caberg Duke 2?? 5 stars Sharp rating for safety (safer than the Shoei), tight, quiet, enough ventilation, nice visor and drop down sun visor. Very happy with my one, sturdy but light. Apart of that, keep up the good work Ryan! You're the best mate!
I have the HJC RPHA 90 and it's GRRREAT!
Love your sarcasm it’s the only reason i started shopping at fortnine
LivelyMoto !
Same here!
I hope you bring back the modular helmet reviews one day.
I love the ratchet straps. I'll never own a d ring helmet again.
D ring is the safest system in the world. you're doing things wrong regarding helmets.
@@migflc778 Safest, maybe. But quick release will hold under pressure still. And IMO much enjoyable to use
millennialdiyer.com/articles/motorcycles/d-rings-vs-quick-release-buckles-are-helmet-d-rings-safer/
Kur Norock Amen to that. I put ratchet straps on all my helmets if they don’t come with one. Got hooked on them with Nolan helmets back in the 80s. Had 4 of them and used them up till the very late 90s. They are big in Europe and gaining ground in the US now. Cannot use them on a track I hear. But that’s not where I spend the majority of my riding so it’s not an issue to me. I think that’s why they can’t get a Snell rating. DOT and ECE are not a problem as far as I know. I could be wrong on that though.
migflc wanna get it off quickly? Ratchet. Wanna put it on fast? Rachet.
I love my agv k3 sv.
Thinking about the agv compact st
I prefer the D-ring, always the best fit and safest, but they usually aren't found on the cheap, but still good, helmets.
And when you get used to it, it only takes about two seconds more to lock or release.
You could make a video on comparing different potatoes and I would still watch it with 100% of my attention
With this production quality, you should have at least 5 million subscribers!
Even with all the information you offer, still is difficult to choose a helmet. I appreciate your work.
I always had a rule to not buy a helmet unless I tried it on. I broke that rule 2 years ago and I’ll never break it again. I need a 3XL for a Schuberth. A 4XL for an HJC and a XL for a Shoei. My head hasn’t changed sizes since the 70s when I was a child. So as you can see, sizing is greatly varied between companies. If you are going to buy online without trying one on somewhere else, make sure they have a good return or size exchange policy. None of that restocking fee crap. Which is crap. I have tried on a lid at a store but bought one from online. Better prices and colors online. But find one and try it on before you buy. Good luck in your search.
Man Canadian dollars throw me for a loop every time I hear them because they're just close enough to sound maybe right. Also I think your neotec 2 had a factory defect, those vents are buttery smooth on every model I've seen.
My Neotec II is the best and comfiest helmet I’ve ever owned by an absurd margin. It’s like it was made for my head.
I forgot about needing you schedule a vet appointment for my cat, thankyou fort nine
I have a Schuberth C3 Pro (2 years and running) and honestly it is a hard helmet to beat. Shoei might have nudged it out of the "quietest" slot (barely) but I can still buy a brand new C3 Pro for $300 less than the Shoei for what equates to nearly the same helmet. Don't get me wrong, the Shoei is nice, but it's not 30% nicer. In my eyes the only real contender here is the RPHA 90, which is only a little cheaper than a C3 Pro, louder, and as you mentioned in the video - has some cheapness to it. I would rather spend the little bit more for the quality of the Schuberth. Yes, it might be considered an "outdated" design, but it still works wonderfully.
I got the Shoei Neotec 2, and it's great.
Love my Scorpion ADX-1. Modular ADVENTURE helmet. Cheap. 1800g.
I have the old ls2 and it’s convinced me that a modular is a very useful helmet to have. Next time I’ll invest a bit more as its heavy and loud but good. Great vid.
Shuberth's C4 pro needs your attention, waiting for its comprehensive review :)
These videos get better every time. Nice! I personally own a Caberg Duke, a Shark skwal 2 and a LS2 of569 (the latter usually being for people who ride along).
On my shark 🦈 I mounted a SENA smh10r and it fits perfectly
After using both AGV Sportmodular and Neotec 2 for two months, i can tell you the weight is not everything when the comes to quality.
The AGV aftersales is non-existent, the helmet liners keep coming off everytime i take off the helmet.
The neck strap liner on the AGV is non-removable, this will be an issue when the liner get smelly over the time.
As for the Shoei Neotec 2, surprisingly Shoei hide the weight very well. I rode for 2 hours and i feel the weight is well balance and i dun miss the extra lightweight of the AGV.
To each its own, I sold the AGV and keep the Shoei.
Good feedback
RPHA 90 owner here. The locking mechanism for closing the helmet is starting to fail after only a few months. Sometimes I really need to slam it shut for it to latch.
Your content is primo stuff. This channel should be well over million subs.
To be fair, the Sena that comes with/for the Shoei is better than its native version.
The speakers sit in the helmet better and have a much better bass response (they're bigger is why)
It feels generally more sorted - I have both an SRL in a Neotec2 and a 20S evo in a RYD (think you guys know it as the RF-SR)
I really wanted a good mid priced to premium flip up helmet. Had my heart set on getting one. I even had my list of pros and cons for different models. Then, I saw what you, yes you Ryan, and a golf club did to a Shoei Neotec. All the warnings from friends came back to me in that moment. I always blamed it on the victims having cheap brands but now I can’t shake the uncertainty. That being said, that was a hell of a good video though. 👍👍👏🏾👏🏾
This was he,foul, thank you. Perhaps a 2029 update, including the Valiant II ... ?! Cheers! 😎👍🏼
Lots of info. Lots of choices.
One thing is etched in stone:
I don't buy ANYTHING without checking to see if Ryan has covered it.
I got the HJC CL-Max 3 a few weeks ago. $140 on Revzilla. No regrets. Great helmet. They made it too good TBH. Makes the IS-MAX obsolete.
Rick Clines Mind me asking why it makes the is-max obsolete? The IS -max II is on sale right now around the price of the max 3 so I'm not really sure which one is best.
loving my valiant tho, even if it looks a bit bulky, just the simple fact it folds all the way back and thus pushes weight behind your head is music to my neck, or ears...
First time i checked out fortNine I thought "Who is this guy?" Now I know.. Brilliant! Great info with lots of laughs thrown in. Keep up the good work Ryan and team. Best of the best!
the top vent on the neotec 2 was designed to be used with the palm to make it a lot easier for the user when wearing gloves just fyi
Thank you for the video. Altough im not in the market for a Flip-up i still like watching these. Have a nice weekend!
Seriously i want 3 (at a minimum) videos a week... awesome stuff
love the HJC-----pricing
Everyone says that HJC has good pricing but my 90S Carbon was the same price as the Neotech 2??
I use Ls2 metro (firefly) version, it’s pretty confortable, noisy of course, but well ventilated, it looks like a fighter pilot, and it only glows when you enter in s tunel, or in the stairs of an apartment building, luckly in the elevator maybe draw some looks, nothing more
pause at 7:18 - I need a SNELL/ECE full face helmet that looks just like this. I don't care about the smaller visor area, this looks so awesome, like a storm trooper
I just wanna say this guy is the best on CZcams
I really like your videos
But my favourite helmet ever is AGV pista GP R
I paid for my helmet 2000$ but really happy with it 🤙🏼
Really wish you'd do one of these this year, you're one of the few I trust for picking this stuff and I want new info. (First helm is actually the same scorpion as you use).
Too bad you did not include the Nolan N100.5 I love mine. tight, quiet, stylish and well made.
@Terry George I wanted to buy the N104 but I guess it was discontinued. Do you know why?
Not a big fan of Thermo or Poly buckets but that one seemed pretty cool.
@@burnerjack01 the n100.5 replaced the n104.
I have no idea what you are talking about at 2:05, I bought my Sena SRL (from FortNine) back in April, also the ratchet strap was one of the reasons I bought the Neotec II so not all North Americans dislike them as you say.
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Another excellent video full of concise, interesting and relevant facts, all delivered in your characteristically imaginative and entertaining style. What a top notch channel! Thank you. 👍
Great review but Why no NOLAN? The make very good helmets at a good price and I have used them for years and they are reasonably quiet and well made... Keep up the great work....