Shoei Neotec 3

Shoei Flip Front Neotec 3 The next generation of Neotec, possibly THE best modular helmet. The Strapz crew are great fans of modular, flip up helmets and they just keep getting better. Neotec 3 represents twenty years of development and Andy has been on each one of those rides. Despite meeting the new 22:06 requirement, this helmet is only fifty grams heaver than its predecessor. Here's Shoei's blurb   Shoei pride themselves on manufacturing the world's leading premium helmets, and they have spared no expense when producing their new flip up helmet, the Neotec. Sporting new features such as the one touch integrated sun shield and and advanced ventilation system making it 267% quieter than the Multitec, the Shoei Neotec is sure to be your number 1 choice when choosing a flip up helmet. Fully removeable 3D liner available in 5 sizes, with multiple cheek pad sizes for custom and superior fit, and improved compatablity for glasses.The stainless steel 360 Pivot Locking System ensures that the chinbar is secure when in the closed position.New CNS-1 self adjusting shield, designed with a new higher and wider shape to improve vision, Pinlock ready and 99% UV protective.The one touch integrated sun shield system gives the rider instant protection from the sun with the 99% UV protective shield activated with the easily located large switch. This shield is also scratch resistant and distortion free.The Ultimate Self-Adjusting Pivot Design is shared by both the chin bar and the visor for seamless precision.An Advanced Multi-Channel Ventilation System allows for 267% more airflow over the its predecessor, the Multitec. The Vortex Generator, located on the Neotec's chin bar helps reduce wind noise, and manage ariflow around the helmet.AS/NZS 1698 approved. The Ultimate Modular HelmetThe Neotec's flip up design offers the convenience and versatility of a full-face helmet that converts instantly into an open face configuration. Utilizing an enlarged lock release button to facilitate easy handling with gloves on, the Neotec's lightweight chin bar and face shield rotate with smooth precision on a single axis point, yielding the seamless versatility of a true two-in-one design.NEW ONE TOUCH SUN SHIELDThe Neotec's built in QSV-1 sun shield gives riders instant relief from sun glare in one quick motion. A large, easily located switch activates the 3D inner shield, and the distortion free, anti fog, scratch resistant view blocks 99% of the suns damaging UV rays, just like the CNS-1 external shield that lies ahead.UNIQUE TO THE NEOTECThe forehead area of the outer shell is raised slightly to accommodate the internal sun shield, allowing for the integrity of the helmets inner EPS protection liner to remain intact.ADVANCED MULTI-CHANNEL VENTILATIONUtilizing SHOEI's wind tunnels to help reveal the optimal balance between airflow and silence, SHOEI's engineers equipped the all new Neotec with a large lower vent shutter for the optimal air intake, uniquely positioned upper exhaust outlet vents to take better advantage of negative pressure suction, and a dual-layer EPS liner with cooling air channels. This new design yields dramatically improved cool-air intake and hot-air expulsion - a massive 267% improvement in ventilation compared to the Shoei Multitec!NEW CNS-1 SHIELDWider and taller than the CX-1V that is replaces. The CNS-1 protects from 99% of the sun's damaging UV rays and SHOEI's 3D injection-molding process ensures a distortion free view throughout the entire field of vision. Coupled with the Neotec-exclusive QR-N base plate system, shields changes and base plate function have never been smoother.PINLOCK ANTI-FOG SYSTEM PREPAREDThe All-new Neotec comes equipped with a Pinlock Fog-Resistant Insert, offering the most effective anti-fog protection in existence. A simple, one-step installation process makes every pinlock lens easy to install, and uses the same CW-1 pinlock film as the rest of the Shoei range.360 DEGREE PIVOT LOCKING SYSTEMSHOEI's proven "360 Degree Pivot Locking System" is road tested and made of high quality stainless steel components to ensure a safe and secure closure when the Neotec's chin bar is in the down, locked position.FULL REMOVABLE 3D LINER SYSTEMThe Neotec is equipped with a fully removable, washable and replaceable interior system. The 3D center pad components are three-dimensionally shaped to match the contours of a rider's head, allowing for an extremely comfortable fit while maintaining the firm hold necessary for distraction free, high speed riding. The Neotec's multi-layer cheek pads are available in different thicknessess for a customizable fit.3 UNIQUE SHELL SIZESAnd 5 EPS liner sizes ensure a perfect fit and compact dimensions.1) XS-M2) L3) XL-2XLIMPROVED COMPATIBILITY AND COMFORT FOR GLASSESFurther attention was paid to the shape of cheek pads and the hardness of polyurethane foam was adjusted in each position. Unnecessary gaps are minimized to improve quietness and greater comfort with various shaped glasses.NOISE REDUCTION DESIGNThanks to time well spent in SHOEI's wind tunnels, Neotec owners will enjoy a reduction in wind noise, without blocking the roads informative sounds as many cheaper helmets do. In addition to optimal shell aerodynamics and liner components designed to prevent unwanted road noise from entering the bottom of the helmet, a dual-ridge window bead and the chin bar's "Vortex Generator" lip work together to reduce noise and manage airflow around the helmet. The Neotec is designed to be fully intercom prepared and compatible with all the top selling intercoms on the market. Removable ear sections make fitting intercoms a breeze - just pull out the removable earpiece and fit your intercom in the purpose built recess provided. THE NEOTEC HELMETS ARE AUSTRALIAN STANDARD APPROVED AS/NZS 1698 Comes wtih PINLOCK Anti-Fog film, additional $49 of value included free!