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Title: SHOEI NEOTEC 3
Post by: ruSTynutz on September 07, 2023, 10:11:51 PM
Shoei have just released their latest Neotec...the Neotec 3!  :runyay

(https://i.ibb.co/fd7Vyhw/Neotec-3.png)

Helmet Features

Safety
Comfort
Ventilation
Aerodynamics
Here is a bit more info:
https://www.mcnews.com.au/big-update-for-shoeis-flip-up-modular-helmet-meet-neotec-3/

A couple of reviews:
https://www.motorcyclenews.com/bike-kit/helmets/shoei-neotec-3-review/
https://www.bennetts.co.uk/bikesocial/reviews/products/helmets/shoei-neotec-3-review

Shoei Neotec 3 vs Shoei Neotec 2
https://www.motolegends.com/reviews/shoei-neotec-3-helmet-review
Title: Re: SHOEI NEOTEC 3
Post by: Wild Rose on September 08, 2023, 03:13:42 PM
Well done Rusty, I seen that shoei had released a Neotec 3
And you put it up on or about your 4,000 post  :hatwave
Title: Re: SHOEI NEOTEC 3
Post by: ruSTynutz on September 08, 2023, 03:34:58 PM
Cheers Leo!  :beer

Title: Re: SHOEI NEOTEC 3
Post by: STroppy on September 08, 2023, 03:46:04 PM
Are there any suppliers with stock in Australia?

https://www.thevisorshop.com/Basket.aspx (https://www.thevisorshop.com/Basket.aspx)
Title: Re: SHOEI NEOTEC 3
Post by: ruSTynutz on September 08, 2023, 03:53:16 PM
It looks like "The Helmet Warehouse" has them...   :popcorn

https://www.thehelmetwarehouse.com.au/flip-face-modular/f/manufacturers,shoei (https://www.thehelmetwarehouse.com.au/flip-face-modular/f/manufacturers,shoei)
Title: Re: SHOEI NEOTEC 3
Post by: Biggles on September 08, 2023, 03:56:04 PM
I bought a Neotech 2 a couple of days ago.  It's by far the quietest helmet I've ever owned.  My old helmet is a Shoei Ryd which did the job but was ageing faster than me.  Had to pay a small fortune.  AMX here in Brisbane have a Clearance Warehouse at Morayfield and have an XL in the Neotech 2 for $899 ($200 off RRP) but it was too big for my modest head and even saying I'd buy bigger cheek pads the lovely lass would sell it to me.  I found a white one (my preference) in L at their Virginia store.  They gave me $50 off when I started crying about the injustice of it all.
Title: Re: SHOEI NEOTEC 3
Post by: ruSTynutz on September 08, 2023, 03:57:34 PM
It looks like "The Helmet Warehouse" has them...   :popcorn

https://www.thehelmetwarehouse.com.au/flip-face-modular/f/manufacturers,shoei (https://www.thehelmetwarehouse.com.au/flip-face-modular/f/manufacturers,shoei)

They also have the Sena SRL3 Intercom to suit the Neotec 3...  :p

https://www.thehelmetwarehouse.com.au/sena-srl3-(gt-air-3-neotec3)-intercom (https://www.thehelmetwarehouse.com.au/sena-srl3-(gt-air-3-neotec3)-intercom)
Title: Re: SHOEI NEOTEC 3
Post by: ruSTynutz on September 08, 2023, 04:02:27 PM
I bought a Neotech 2 a couple of days ago.  It's by far the quietest helmet I've ever owned.  My old helmet is a Shoei Ryd which did the job but was ageing faster than me.  Had to pay a small fortune.  AMX here in Brisbane have a Clearance Warehouse at Morayfield and have an XL in the Neotech 2 for $899 ($200 off RRP) but it was too big for my modest head and even saying I'd buy bigger cheek pads the lovely lass would sell it to me.  I found a white one (my preference) in L at their Virginia store.  They gave me $50 off when I started crying about the injustice of it all.

No offence Bill, but you must have a big head!  |-i
My Neotec 2 is a size M and I'm just a tad larger than your good self!  :crackup
Title: Re: SHOEI NEOTEC 3
Post by: Biggles on September 08, 2023, 04:20:56 PM
Yeah, you can't stuff a decent sized brain into an "M" box, apparently.   :p x2

My previous Shoei was an M because they wouldn't let me have an L.  I went home, took the cheek pads out, opened the covers, shaved the foam padding down, restitched the cloth covers and have been comfortable ever since.
Title: Re: SHOEI NEOTEC 3
Post by: Williamson on September 08, 2023, 04:30:33 PM
Yeah, you can't stuff a decent sized brain into an "M" box, apparently.   :p x2

My previous Shoei was an M because they wouldn't let me have an L.  I went home, took the cheek pads out, opened the covers, shaved the foam padding down, restitched the cloth covers and have been comfortable ever since.

You must be a very cool, calm and collected guy Bill.  I would not be as receptive to an inadequate fit after paying four figures for a helmet.

And I add, isn't nice to be able to read, rather than scroll through posts?
Title: Re: SHOEI NEOTEC 3
Post by: ruSTynutz on September 08, 2023, 04:44:16 PM
Yeah, you can't stuff a decent sized brain into an "M" box, apparently.   :p x2

Or...perhaps you've got an extra thick skull???  :whistle  :p

My previous Shoei was an M because they wouldn't let me have an L.  I went home, took the cheek pads out, opened the covers, shaved the foam padding down, restitched the cloth covers and have been comfortable ever since.

You're a keener man than me, Bill! I reckon I would have gone to another store or ordered one online...  :popcorn
Title: Re: SHOEI NEOTEC 3
Post by: STroppy on September 08, 2023, 05:00:49 PM
I’ve had a Neotec XL since 2014, now thinking of replacing it with the 3 and the tailor made Sena . . $1,299 & $599 respectively! Tempting, but not sure how many more years riding I have left in me . . May end up being a very expensive rate per kilometre?
Title: Re: SHOEI NEOTEC 3
Post by: Wild Rose on September 08, 2023, 05:21:44 PM
I have a Neotec 2 which replaced my Neotec which got damaged in my fall in Adelaide
I have the tailored made Sena headset which works well
The Neotec 2 is a great helmet so I imagine the Neotec 3 to be better again if that is possible
Title: Re: SHOEI NEOTEC 3
Post by: NTRebel on September 08, 2023, 05:22:22 PM
It looks like "The Helmet Warehouse" has them...   :popcorn

https://www.thehelmetwarehouse.com.au/flip-face-modular/f/manufacturers,shoei (https://www.thehelmetwarehouse.com.au/flip-face-modular/f/manufacturers,shoei)
At those prices I'll pass.
Title: Re: SHOEI NEOTEC 3
Post by: ruSTynutz on September 08, 2023, 07:22:27 PM
Actually, Sue wasn't overly enthralled when I suggested I should upgrade either... :'(
Seems she's a believer in the old Bell helmet advertisement, "if you have a $10 head, wear a $10 helmet"  :fp  :whistle >:()

(https://i.ibb.co/MM73nfD/10-Head.jpg)
Title: Re: SHOEI NEOTEC 3
Post by: NTRebel on September 08, 2023, 07:29:24 PM
I was thinking you could buy me one for my birthday Rusty. :rofl :rofl
Title: Re: SHOEI NEOTEC 3
Post by: ruSTynutz on September 08, 2023, 07:39:56 PM
If I win first division in tomorrow night's Tattslotto, I just might...  :grin
Title: Re: SHOEI NEOTEC 3
Post by: Dragonstaff on September 09, 2023, 09:54:33 PM
If I win first division in tomorrow night's Tattslotto, I just might...  :grin

Looks like NTRebel is out of luck then. I'm winning that one.
Title: Re: SHOEI NEOTEC 3
Post by: ruSTynutz on September 09, 2023, 10:39:52 PM
It's already been drawn, Dave...  :grin
Did you win??? I'll let you know tomorrow if I did... :beer
Title: Re: SHOEI NEOTEC 3
Post by: CallMeSteve on September 10, 2023, 05:44:21 PM
I bought a Neotech 2 a couple of days ago.  It's by far the quietest helmet I've ever owned.

Fascinating observation Bill. Ruth and I are in the market for new lids. My current helmet is anything but quiet.  I tried on a Neotec2 and 3 today and they do seem very snug and quiet, in the shop anyway.

There seem to be two completely opposing opinions about the quietness of a modular helmet compared to a regular full-face. Some say that the modular will always be noisier because of turbulence and leakage due to the flip design. Others say the opposite and point to the much chunkier neck roll designed into a modular helmet.

We have until October to settle on some new headgear.   :think1
Title: Re: SHOEI NEOTEC 3
Post by: Dragonstaff on September 10, 2023, 08:57:27 PM
It's already been drawn, Dave...  :grin

I realised the time just after I hit the 'post' button.

Quote
Did you win??? I'll let you know tomorrow if I did... :beer

I won't actually check until Tuesday, so you will know before me.
Title: Re: SHOEI NEOTEC 3
Post by: ruSTynutz on September 10, 2023, 11:09:24 PM
Woo Hoo...I had a win!!!!  :runyay

           A whole $7.30.... :rofl
Title: Re: SHOEI NEOTEC 3
Post by: Dragonstaff on September 12, 2023, 08:07:47 PM
Woo Hoo...I had a win!!!!  :runyay

           A whole $7.30.... :rofl

You did better than me, Rusty.

Nothing this week.
Title: Re: SHOEI NEOTEC 3
Post by: ruSTynutz on September 12, 2023, 09:42:57 PM
Bummer...better luck next Saturday!  :X