Full Face Helmets vs. Modular Helmets | Versus

The noggin’ is usually the first thing new riders look to protect when getting their first set of motorcycle gear. But with a plethora of brands and styles, finding the right kind of helmet can be quite a daunting task. In this episode of Versus, Brandon Wise is back at it again, taking a look at the differences between Full Face Helmets and Modular Helmets to help you make the best decision for your needs. Let us know what kind of lid you’re rocking and what made you choose it!

[wretchedrider]

Modular is nice to have, especially if you're commuting. If you're stuck in traffic, unmoving in the sweltering heat, it can be nice to pop open the chin and feel the full airflow of an open face.

[SirSpinalColumn]

Being a bespectacled rider I love my modular as it allows to don a helmet without messing around with my glasses.
I’m not an aggressive rider and I’m confident the chin bar on my helmet is strong enough to withstand any impact that wouldn’t break my neck in a full face anyway.

[thejourneycontinues]

Excellent presentation. Safest, quietest, - solid full face. It’s been my choice for years but to each their own.

[quanwick]

I have both. Full face for longer nonstop distance riding and modular for city traffic lights riding.

[specpham]

I ride in VN. Commuting speed is slow (most of the time) so modular is amazing. Massive airflow on 3/4 mode, talking to storekeepers and pick up stuffs are way easier, parking too since they need to see your face, and you can actually hear your surrounding which is extremely important

[michaelkrenzer]

Biggest reason I went with a modular was it can just fit more snuggly with my massive beard. Of course over the years I upgraded to quieter and quieter helmets with better features.

[ComputermanAM]

I just did a trip from Italy to north cape. About 7'000 miles. Never felt the need of a modular helmet

[someguyontheinternet]

If you’ve got the budget - get one of each. 80% of the time I take my Shoei full face. Great on long rides because it’s more aerodynamic, quieter, lighter, and worst case scenario safer. If I’m just running errands in town and plan on making several quick trips I’ll grab the modular for convenience. The modular also has a sun visor so if I’m going out around dusk it’s easier to grab that than switching shields on the full face. The whole helmet was cheaper than a transition shield for the shoei. Plus then I have an extra lid available for the occasional passenger or a back up if one takes a slam.

[anubizz]

If you go to track from time to time then go full face, if you just riding for committing modular.

For me because I wear glasses, modular is a must.

[iRacer]

Was a fan of modular helmets before, But then again I went back to full faced helmets for 3 reasons: Lightweight, More quieter and most important of all safety! never looked back..

[Jagknorr]

I wish you went over the helmets with the offroad looking sun visors. Im curious about how much wind they pickup on the highway / how loud they are.

[gokulkrishm]

"If safety is your number one priorit-"

Yes, of course.

[SandStormPower]

I used to have jet helmets. Loving my modular, mostly the added comfort and the extra retractable sun visor.

[TheSpinelessNinja]

Modular helmets may not be as quiet, generally, but I can more easily put a modular helmet on my head without messing up the seal of my earplugs in the process. A quiet full-face will have tight neck padding that can make this especially annoying. I can also keep the modular helmet on when I stop for a drink of water or something, without having to redo my damn earplugs again.

[ogoshikimura]

I don’t agree on the wind noise statement. Premium Modular helmets are more tight around the neck, then comparable Full Face options. That means less noise.
Look at the Neotec2 and compare it with the GT2 Air as an example.

[Merkaba]

I have a Neotec 2 and love it. It's a little heavy and a little loud but so much easier to put on with my glasses

[jessetitus]

My buddy got in a wreck car basically ran him over. Since the modulars can lift open his shot off his head and the car hit his head. His doctor said if he had a full face instead of a modular he wouldn't have a broker jaw and a spider web fracture clear around is head.. all that pressure from a. Hit has to go somewhere. His modular shot off his head. That isn't safe in my eyes

[jasonjulian]

Soooo...

This is basically a video of reasons why a full face is better than modular and why one would not want to choose a modular.

Kind of a one sided presentation here. The only reason you have for having a modular is "convenience".

[John_Ridley]

My first helmet was a Bell Qualifier DLX, which was fine, but I went to an RPHA 90, and it's night and day. WAY nicer, way quieter, way more comfortable. Even though the Bell is considered a decent midrange helmet, when I put it on now it feels like I'm putting my head inside a rusty bucket in comparison to what I've gotten used to.
Also the convenience of the modular is fantastic. I doubt I'll ever go back to full face for a street helmet.

[mrbadguysan]

The best helmet is the one you’re actually going to wear. Period.