Shoei Neotec 2 Modular

$799.00
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SKU
1394

Style, precision and adaptability are what you get with this next-level every-occasion modular helmet design. Boasting streamlined shell aerodynamics to provide noticeably less buffeting and noise than previous helmets, with a reduced weight 5-ply matrix shell, this top-of-the-line helmet is filled with advanced updates. Superior ventilation and a fully removable, washable and replaceable dual-density EPS liner combine with an integrated chin curtain, breath guard and a D-ring retention strap to make this an ideal lid for all-day comfort. Noise isolator cheek pads reduce unwanted road noises for advanced comfort. An enlarged face shield attaches to a smooth opening flip-up visor, providing a wide, clear field of vision. The clear shield also includes a clear Pinlock to protect against fogging. A secondary internal sun shield is mounted inside the shell and operates independently from the face shield, deploying easily via a glove optimized left-side slider. Three outer shell sizes are available to best fit all head sizes. A truly advanced modular design. Meets D.O.T. safety standards. Black, Light Silver or White. S-XL. 3 lbs. 13 oz.

Helmet Fit Guide

Additional Information/Resources:

A Simple Guide to Modular Helmets

A Simple Guide to Modular Helmets

We sell five modulars: good, better (two versions) and best (two versions). Top to bottom they are from Korea, Italy, Japan and Italy. You can’t go wrong with any of these. Some models fit different head shapes (round, wide, long-oval, etc.) better than others, and you’ll find specific information about this in the detailed product descriptions for each helmet. General fitting instructions and some useful tips are found in our Helmet Fit Guide. – Mr. Subjective.

Good

RPHA Max

Lightweight and very quiet. The standard cheek pads were very tight on my face (different thicknesses are available from RPHA, but improvising after the first day of a longer trip with this brand new helmet I used my motel room’s plastic ice bucket to compress the cheek-pad foam almost flat overnight…and from the next morning onward these standard cheek pads were all-day comfortable). Airflow vents extremely effective. Double D ring chin strap a pain after using the great Nolan chin strap latch, but you get used to them after a few days of regular use. This one is very lightweight, which is nice. From Korea.

Better

Nolan (Two Styles)

Kind of gimmick-y in styling and features, but very nice overall. From one of the world’s largest helmet companies. I wear an older, simpler version of this helmet for 95% of my riding (X1002). By far the easiest to use chin strap latch system. Lots of other nice details and features. Durable. Fairly quiet. Integrated intercom or audio system available. The ultimate chin-bar opening latch and hinge system. From Italy.

Best (Two Models)

Shoei Neotec

What I'd probably buy today, and would immediately void the warranty by taking the wonderful chin strap buckle off my old Nolan and sew it onto the chinstrap of one of these, replacing the forever-proven safe-and-reliable-slow (ergonomic P.I.A. in short-distance daily riding) double-D ring system. Superb quality of construction and details, everywhere. Everything works perfectly. A second or third generation design from one of the world's best helmet companies. From Japan.

Nolan Xlite 1004

Twenty years ago this European company popularized modulars…their innovative N100 was the first of this type to sell in large numbers. Since then they’ve continued to lead and now the latest X1004 further advances numerous modular technologies. These are very light, ultra quiet, have an easy and fast chinstrap buckle, and like the Shoei, everything simply works perfectly. This maybe is their 5th or 6th generation design, and it shows in every picky detail. Nicely integrated audio and communications systems are available separately, and this helmet feels and works great in all riding situations. You won’t be disappointed. They also are lower priced than closely comparable models so you’ll save. More than a c-note. Italy.

Related notes:

Modular helmets provide superior versatility. At highway speeds and on sport and unfaired bikes you’ll enjoy ‘full-face’ protection and comfort, yet during short stops, or when riding slow somewhere you can open up the chin bar. This can be especially nice in hot weather. If you want only one helmet to do both all-day longer-distance rides and also for frequent short-hop urban riding, we recommend them.

New helmets take a while to 'break in'. Especially 'full coverage' and modular types. They also take a while to learn the various tabs and slots that open the chin bar and visor and vents. For a while one fumbles around with a new helmet but eventually one learns to use the various bits and it all gets easier. On my old Nolan helmet everything is now second nature.

Mr. Subjective, rev 4-17
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How to Size & Fit Your Helmet

Using a long strip of paper, have a friend measure horizontally around the largest part of your head, about an inch above your eyebrows (see illustration). Measure the length of the strip with a ruler and use the following chart to determine your hat and helmet size:

Helmet Size (strip length) Inches Centimeters Cheek Pads (Arai)
Small (6 7/8"-7") 21 5/8" - 22" 55 - 56 15mm
Medium (7 1/8"-71/4") 22 3/4" - 23" 57 - 58 20mm
Large(7 3/8"-7 1/2") 23 1/8" - 23 1/2" 59 - 60 25mm
X Large(7 5/8"-7 3/4") 24" - 24 3/8" 61 - 62 30mm

If you have any questions about sizing, ordering, or how your helmet should fit after you have received it, please give us a call at 800-222-1994 or email [email protected].

Helmet Fit Considerations:

For safety, comfort, and noise reduction, your helmet should fit snugly. If you can rotate your head inside the helmet, it's too loose. Helmets have a layer of soft foam comfort 'upholstery' that covers the hard polystyrene (styrofoam) impact absorbing lining. You should be able to feel each pad pressing against your head. If you hold the helmet isometrically (one hand on each side of the helmet) and try to move your head inside of the now 'stationary' helmet with only your neck muscles, you should feel the soft foam upholstery compressing between your skull and the polystyrene. If you do not feel any compression, your head will be right up against the unyielding polystyrene. The helmet padding will break in and soften during about the first ten hours of wear, so if it feels a bit too snug when new, that's normal. A helmet should be snug... not uncomfortable or over-tight.


Long Oval

Long Oval

Intermediate Oval

Arai Vector 2 (#1379) / Arai XD4 (#1388)

Round Oval

Head Shape & All Day Fit

A good fitting helmet is a safer, quieter helmet. To fit any helmet properly you should position it on your head so the top of the eye port opening is about one finger width above your eyebrows. This will tell you if the chinbar fits the shape of your jaw, and how the cranial section fits your head. Pay special attention to the fit around the crown of your head (the part that is contacted by a baseball cap's band). Sizing the helmet to better fit the face instead of the head, will result in a looser fitting, noisy helmet.

Different helmets fit wide, narrow, round, square and oval heads differently (nothing yet for pinheads). The "Long Oval" is very long front-to-back, and narrow side-to-side, offering additional forehead room for those who find that most helmets have pressure points in the forehead. The "Intermediate Oval" is a little shorter front-to-back and a little wider side-to-side than Long Oval. The "Round Oval" is even a little shorter front-to-back and a little wider side-to-side than Intermediate Oval. These shape differences are part of the rigid EPS liner, not the soft upholstery. Only Arai offers these specific head shapes to give you a perfect all day, everyday fit. Sometimes you'll need to try several models to find what matches your head shape best. If your new helmet does not fit or feel 'right,' please send it back for a size/model exchange, or refund.

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