Modular Motorcycle Helmets continue to grow in popularity as more and more motorcycle riders seek versatility in their gear. At the very basic level of functionality, a modular helmet has a hinge on the chin bar allowing it to be flipped up when stopped for de-fogging purposes, fresh air, to smoke a cigarette, or any other reason you'd want to turn a full-face motorcycle helmet into an open-face helmet with ease. Some modular motorcycle helmets even allow you to completely transform the helmets to the point where they are road-safe. Consider this video your 2010 Premium Modular Motorcycle Helmet Buying Guide.
The intent of this video buying guide is to help connect the dots for anyone out there seeking a modular helmet but not quite sure of the differences between the many different models. Here are the helmets featured in the video with a quick explanation of their feature sets:
HJC Symax 2 Flip-Up Helmet - $251.99
Entry-level modular motorcycle helmet
Easy flip-up open/close chin mechanism
Round head shape
CoolMax Removable Washable Moisture-Wicking liner
Retractable spring-loaded internal visor
Available in eight colors
Removable padded ear panels for communication system
Nolan N43 Trilogy Helmet - $269.96
Completely removable chin bar for six configurations
Retractable internal sun visor
Removable Washable Antimicrobial liner
Ready for N-COM Communication System
DOT and ECE 22-05 Certified
Quick change shield with pinlock antifog option
Microlock retention chinstrap
Scorpion EXO-900 Transformer Helmet - $269.95
Can be ridden as open-face helmet at speed
Tool-less change from full face to open face
AirFit helmet pump system for perfect fit
EverClear no-fog shield system
KwikWick moisture-wicking washable liner
Retractable SpeedView internal sun visor
Superior ventilation for a modular helmet
DOT & ECE 22-05 Certified
Nolan N103 N-COM Helmet - $359.96
Ready for N-COM communication system
Aerodynamic polycarbonate shell
Integrated spoiler for excellent stability
Dual-action Centromatic chinbar release
Sanitized antimicrobial washable liner
Easy to operate vents for excellent airflow
Microlock chinstrap retention
Retractable internal sun visor
Shark Evoline Series 2 Helmet - $349.50
Chin bar locks in behind head for open-face riding
Extremely aerodynamic with great airflow
Round head shape
Retractable internal sun visor
Easy to operate open/close mechanism
Removable washable moisture-wicking liner
DOT & ECE 22-05 Certified
9-position ratcheting shield
Scratch-resistant anti-fog shield
Shoei Multitec Helmet - $434.69
Lightest modular motorcycle helmet at RevZilla.com
Easy one-handed open/close mechanism
Minimized wind noise and drag
Removable washable moisture-wicking liner
Compatible with communication systems
Excellent airflow & aero dynamics
Scratch-resistant shield
DOT Certification
These are our six favorites in the lineup of modular motorcycle helmets we carry. Of course you can check out the rest by visiting the modular helmet page at RevZilla.com. These helmets offer some of the finest, most versatile technology due to extensive R&D. Being huge fans of ADV touring at RevZilla, we love flip-up motorcycle helmets. Get flexible!