It’s price competitive with modular segment leaders and will be good option for a lot of riders. If you are currently shopping for a Klim TK1200, SCHUBERTH C4 or C3 Pro, then the Neotec II should also be on your list. Also worth noting is that, so far, I’m the only person that’s tried it on to express said discomfort. Perhaps I’m an anomaly? Fit But it does have a weakness. And that’s in the fact that you only have an inch or so adjustment – the length of the ratchet strip in fact. That’s fine when the strap’s adjusted correctly, but when the strap stretches over time (which it probably will) it’s all too easy to have a micrometric fastener that’s not quite tightened enough.

The only splash of color on this colorway is the orangey-red chinbar release lever. Otherwise, it’s monochrome all around. I’ve had the Neotec 2 for about 500 miles now. I’ve only worn Shoei because they just kinda always fit my head and I became somewhat of a helmet snob. I figured the minor things that bothered me in the store would sort themselves out once the helmet broke in. Couple things:

Perhaps if I were to go into vlogging my rides then there are work around solutions to connect a cam to a helmet see Sena Prism with a clasp slip on to the under rim area of m/c helmet.Maybe it will or won’t work. No product is 100%. The handle is stainless steel & the finish is quite good with no sharp edges. Owners should bear in mind though, the other components are not stainless steel &, therefore, will last longer if occasionally oiled/greased as appropriate for individual usage of the tool. Pleasantly, air from the chin vent does not land directly on the eyes and avoids eye irritation- something I’ve experienced with other helmets. Micro-Ratchet Strap I used one last year and mostly liked it. Comfy like you expect a premium-price helmet to be, beautifully put together and all-the-more-safe because by being so comfy and easy to wear, the rider stays fresh and alert for longer. Shoei call this ‘passive safety’ and I’m a big fan. My issues with the original GT were that the drop-down visor was a bit small and didn’t cut out enough light. Plus, it misted badly when dropped down and took a long while to clear. Adding another layer of plastic to look through compromises optical clarity (a problem on all lids with a drop-down visor). Shoei’s original GT Air was their first premium helmet not aimed at sports riders. A drop down sun visor brought convenience and judging by the number of them I see sitting on tables at bike meets, the UK riding public liked what they saw.

The left-side mounted buttons are easy to operate, though the process is somewhat clunky with gloves. SENA has various voice commands built-in; you simple say “hello, SENA” to get the AI-party started.From an aesthetic perspective, the matte finish on the tester I have here looks great. As you would expect from Shoei, the finish is top-notch. You won’t find any eggshelling , wraps at the seams, or variations in the color. The finish is even and uniform on every surface of the helmet. The Neotec II is new for this year, and while it’s easy to assume that it’s an evolution of the aging Neotec, most of the helmet has been rethought or upgraded. According to Shoei, the Neotec II is quieter, more comfortable, and features improved aerodynamics. You can (and should) reference our original Neotec review for comparison purposes as I don’t have an original Neotec handy for proper side by side. SENA has a handy installation video that makes the installation process a snap. I recommend following it vs. floundering about yourself. Installation of the system is easy – taking about 10-15 minutes the first time you do it – and the finished product looks great.

The Neotec II will get plenty of use this summer, so I’ll post an update at the end of September and see how the finish has held up. Fit & Comfort Long-term durability of the finish may not be the best, but that’s also somewhat expected from a matte colorway. I’ll post an update at the end of the season to see how the finish has weathered.The amount of force required to extract the bit is bound to vary dependant upon the cleanliness of the tool & bit, i.e. I'd expect the bits to barely hold if covered in clean lubricating oil. The SRL has a lot of functionality and shortcuts to learn- I’ll go into more depth in its dedicated review. Here, I’ll touch on how it works with the Neotec II. Installation Tips