Kawasaki Motorcycle Forums  

Go Back   Kawasaki Motorcycle Forums > Kawasaki Motorcycle Forums > Riding Gear
Register FAQ Members List Calendar Search Today's Posts Mark Forums Read
Click here to see some of our favorite links!

Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools
Old 09-10-2008   #1 (permalink)
Hacker
Can't find time to ride
BTK Expert
 
Hacker's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2008
Location: Paris, Tn
Posts: 587
Default FF helmet question

Does anyone here use one of the new "modular" helmets? I'm about to pull the trigger on an HJC SyMax 2 and am wondering how practical a FF is on a cruiser with windshield I know they're vented, but how do those work with a windshield?

(Duplicate post on the Cruiser Forum) Thanks for your help.........
Hacker is offline   Reply With Quote

The Motorcycle Network
Web Directory  
Old 09-10-2008   #2 (permalink)
Roadie1951
Still On The Kickstand
 
Roadie1951's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2008
Posts: 25
Default

Hacker, I got a Symax 2 and I'm not impressed. It's noisey and the ventilation sucks. For $280. I expected more. It fits great and I like the flip down tinted shield but I feel like I'm wearing a half helmet because of the noise.
Roadie1951 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-10-2008   #3 (permalink)
Hacker
Can't find time to ride
BTK Expert
 
Hacker's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2008
Location: Paris, Tn
Posts: 587
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by Roadie1951 View Post
Hacker, I got a Symax 2 and I'm not impressed. It's noisey and the ventilation sucks. For $280. I expected more. It fits great and I like the flip down tinted shield but I feel like I'm wearing a half helmet because of the noise.

Interestingly enough, I've researched all the reviews I could find on modular helmets and every single one of them mentions that modulars are indeed.....NOISY and they recommend ear plugs with their use. I just ordered my Symax 2 from NewEnough (209.95 btw ) and I guess I'll have to pop for some ear plugs. Thanks for the comeback.
Hacker is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-10-2008   #4 (permalink)
sbg8r
Forensic Bug Splatter Analyst
BTK Expert
 
sbg8r's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2008
Location: cape coral,florida
Posts: 1,568
Default

I have checked teh zox modular helmet I really liked them...it was that or the Nolan...the nolan are lot more expensive...

I always have been using ear plugss amazing how peacful the ride is but yet can still hear things that matter
__________________


STEVE
Member of the Gulf Coast Cruisers
Vulcan 900 custom
Boating
Playing any sports
sbg8r is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-11-2008   #5 (permalink)
Saleenguy
Dazed and Confused
Extreme Forum Supporter
 
Saleenguy's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: British Columbia Canada
Posts: 3,375
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by Hacker View Post
Does anyone here use one of the new "modular" helmets? I'm about to pull the trigger on an HJC SyMax 2 and am wondering how practical a FF is on a cruiser with windshield I know they're vented, but how do those work with a windshield?

(Duplicate post on the Cruiser Forum) Thanks for your help.........
I have not used that helmet, but love all of my modulars from Nolan.
__________________
Riding is good for ones soul.

Riding amongst friends is even better.
Saleenguy is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-12-2008   #6 (permalink)
Silvera
Outlaw Cowgirl Biker Chic
 
Silvera's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: North Carolina
Posts: 12
Default

I love my modular (HJC), but it is noisy, on longer trips I use ear plugs, I'm still able to hear the engine noise and horns and such, that matters, but I love the conveince of the flip up to be able to talk when stopped, drink, eat and such. Plus as a woman, I love the better on/off ease as not to rip my hair out. It definately has an advantage in the summer by being able to vent it more when stopped.
Good luck in your decision..................
__________________
SILVERA
Kawasaki Concours ZG 1000 A-16
Silvera is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply



Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 
Thread Tools

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

vB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On

Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
Yes, another Helmet question? 20eclipse00 Riding Gear 13 03-25-2007 12:51 AM
helmet noise question. su1kil Kawasaki Cruisers 30 03-24-2007 08:56 PM
Serious helmet question sdbrit68 Main Lobby 40 01-23-2007 12:48 PM
Need help selecting helmet. Fixion Main Lobby 15 12-31-2004 11:17 PM
Helmets Uncle Bob Riding Gear 1 10-23-2004 06:06 PM



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 06:49 PM.


powered by Beartooth Kawasaki
© 2008 KawasakiMotorcycle.org

Search Engine Optimization by vBSEO 3.0.0 ©2007, Crawlability, Inc.