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time for a new lid, methinks. Has anyone got or has anyone tried a shoei neotec flip-up jobby? It's a lot of dosh to spend on the wrong helmet, can't seem to get a test drive.

Thanks oldies, I await your wisdom.

Yep, i've got one and it's by far the most comfortable lid i've ever had. The build quality is top notch and the venting is first class - the wind blowing through once the top vent is opened is fantastic. it's very quiet too for a flip and not too heavy. My other half has bought one too and reports the same. Go for it

Was considering a new one myself but decided to leave until next year as I'd only just forked out £60+ for a new visor and pinlock for the Multitec...

However, I did have a look around and whilst some heads don't suit certain helmet brands so it's just subjective like..the best two I have tried were the Schuberth C3 and C3 Pro...very, very comfortable, snug and quiet. Then the other week, whilst out on a very secretive need to know basis Saturday bimble in the Peaks with Ramo and Cyclops and nobody else, we happened to call in to Staffordshire Triumph dealers where we tried on the Shoei Neotec. I can only say from wearing it in the shop that it was the best fitting helmet I have ever put on my bonce and I want one....but not at FOUR HUNDRED AND SIXTY FOOKIN NINE POUNDS.

Try the Shoei and the Schuberth. Different world. Ya get what ya pay for.


Akuji 's Shoei was a bespoke, one off, direct from the manufacturers. Field of vision is second to none. Must've cost a fortune.
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ya coooooont TM,

crackin

John, how much you seen them at?

If it helps at all, I got my Neotec from this place last October. Cost (£379)included shipping, tax etc. They said 7 days for delivery (from Spain) but it arrived in 5 and in good order.

Anyhoo, £90 saved and it is a world class, all day comfy lid (especially now they do black visors for them which was a 'must' for me. One thing though, if you don't currently have a Shoei, I'd suggest finding a local dealer, try the Neotec on and note the size you need from experience. I remember changing from a Arai Quantum F to a Shoei Raid years ago and the sizing was very different.

Neotec

Errrrr Tim

Caberg duke £120 sovs even a plumber can afford that

All fine for me

Bargain

http://www.motocard.com/en/helmets/helm ... wwod55sAag

bluegas wrote:It's a lot of dosh to spend on the wrong helmet, can't seem to get a test drive

When I bought my last helmet about 300 years ago, I bought it from Mark Roberts near Lincoln AFTER he let me take it for a test ride His GF wasn't too happy about it, but who gives a fcuk - he sold two helmets instead of one cuz Rosie liked hers too

Hate my Neotec worst money I have spent!

Wish I had another Multitec personnaly, Neoptec tooooo noisy even with ear plugs.

It could just be my screen as only have standard fitted. Just fitted bar risers so maybe it will change too?

But |I must say lovely and comfy, venting OK great build quality.

Just MHO ;-)

Well after much deliberation and research I've made a decision. Choice came down to the neotec or schuberth c3 pro, managed to find a shop which had both on display. Close decision, ended up going for the schuberth, the interior was a lot nicer, and it fitted a bit better.

bluegas wrote:Well after much deliberation and research I've made a decision. Choice came down to the neotec or schuberth c3 pro, managed to find a shop which had both on display. Close decision, ended up going for the schuberth, the interior was a lot nicer, and it fitted a bit better.

aldi were selling helmets the other week.... open face £15.00... full face £25.00.....

bargain..... both sorts had the EU certification markings too....

regards
aj

aj wrote:

bluegas wrote:Well after much deliberation and research I've made a decision. Choice came down to the neotec or schuberth c3 pro, managed to find a shop which had both on display. Close decision, ended up going for the schuberth, the interior was a lot nicer, and it fitted a bit better.

aldi were selling helmets the other week.... open face £15.00... full face £25.00.....

bargain..... both sorts had the EU certification markings too....

regards
aj

Damn, if only I'd known

MaXX2 wrote:If it helps at all, I got my Neotec from this place last October. Cost (£379)included shipping, tax etc. They said 7 days for delivery (from Spain) but it arrived in 5 and in good order.

Anyhoo, £90 saved and it is a world class, all day comfy lid (especially now they do black visors for them which was a 'must' for me. One thing though, if you don't currently have a Shoei, I'd suggest finding a local dealer, try the Neotec on and note the size you need from experience. I remember changing from a Arai Quantum F to a Shoei Raid years ago and the sizing was very different.

Neotec

At today's exchange rate over here I would be able to buy this for £350.05 and I'm heading up to Valencia next week

http://www.wheelup.it/gb_en/neotec-plain-helmet.html
Plus a tenner post .. £335 all in

Oldbull wrote:http://www.wheelup.it/gb_en/neotec-plain-helmet.html
Plus a tenner post .. £335 all in

That's where SWMBO got hers, quick post too

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have a relatively new lid... (this year)... has a panel on the side that says "bluetooth"....
removed cover and..... nothing.... what's that all about...????

regards
aj

is it one of them there new fandangled smart helmets,

for older folk,

it reminds ya when ya dentures are ready for a clean

ramo wrote:is it one of them there new fandangled smart helmets,

for older folk,

it reminds ya when ya dentures are ready for a clean

It has a Bluetooth tena module that lets you know when your bag is full ........right up your street that one

Can I ask, what all the fuss is about with the flip ups ?? Normally full face everytime for me ... do you lot know something I dont
next new one will be a Shoei again tho...

know what ya mean Dave,

why would one spend more money on lid thats aready in 2 pieces,

when you can buy a proper full face motorcycle helmet for less ?

fookin gimmicks eh

ramo wrote:know what ya mean Dave,

why would one spend more money on lid thats aready in 2 pieces,

when you can buy a proper full face motorcycle helmet for less ?

fookin gimmicks eh

Yep you stick with the full face one, that way we have less chance of seeing your ugly mug

ramo wrote:know what ya mean Dave,

why would one spend more money on lid thats aready in 2 pieces,

when you can buy a proper full face motorcycle helmet for less ?

fookin gimmicks eh

flip up essential if you wear glasses...

regards
aj

aj wrote:

ramo wrote:know what ya mean Dave,

why would one spend more money on lid thats aready in 2 pieces,

when you can buy a proper full face motorcycle helmet for less ?

fookin gimmicks eh

flip up essential if you wear glasses...

regards
aj

This is probably a piss take question, but what the hell... If you want to eat/drink on a pissy day without taking your lid off and getting the inside wet... or buying petrol at certain places... or sorting passports in France/Spain/Europort... or asking for directions/chatting with folks at the roadside... or talking with the rider next to you at traffic lights (or anywhere else)... ventilation for a few minutes in towns/villages on hot summer days...

Truth is, why would anybody waste money on a full face helmet, when for an extra couple of quid, they can have one that's both

MaXX2 wrote:

aj wrote:

ramo wrote:know what ya mean Dave,

why would one spend more money on lid thats aready in 2 pieces,

when you can buy a proper full face motorcycle helmet for less ?

fookin gimmicks eh

flip up essential if you wear glasses...

regards
aj

This is probably a piss take question, but what the hell... If you want to eat/drink on a pissy day without taking your lid off and getting the inside wet... or buying petrol at certain places... or sorting passports in France/Spain/Europort... or asking for directions/chatting with folks at the roadside... or talking with the rider next to you at traffic lights (or anywhere else)... ventilation for a few minutes in towns/villages on hot summer days...

Truth is, why would anybody waste money on a full face helmet, when for an extra couple of quid, they can have one that's both

Probably the same reason they buy helmets and then leave them sat on a shelf cos they don't ride anywhere