Nolan N120-1 Classico - Grey

I tried this helmet on in-store to get the right size - it’s my first bike helmet. Size small fits perfectly. Instantly comfy! Unlike other helmets I tried on, the Nolan N120-1 sits snug and secure without any tension spots. The dual face fitting is a little stiff to pull up to begin with, but after about 3 gos, is smooth as anything. I went with matte black which is both noticeable on the road and stylish - bike shop employee recommended black after reading a survey that indicated most drivers see black more than white on the road with motorcyclists. Have used the helmet in single figure degrees - it keeps my head warm, the front vent does a good enough job keeping fog-up away however during a colder ride (around 4 degrees) I decided to use the shaving gel hack on the visor as I couldn’t quite see my speed. Going to get a stick on fog remover visor. Overall, I’m very happy with this helmet!

Absolutely love this helmet, Cool colours, great design

Comfortable from the start. Good features that are well designed and perform as promised. Good value for money. The integrated option for the ESS III rear/brake light is especially neat. Great service from the shop staff.

Fit feels good and definitely a quality helmet. Comes with pinlock fitted. You do get a bit of wind noise but nothing excessive

Slightly over sized (im and XL in most other helmets but an L in this helmet)
I was going to get the Shark OXO but later found out Nolan and Shark are sister companies and the 2 helmets share most of the same features I decided to try the Nolan, im glad I did as it was cheaper and also came in better graphics.
I did my CBT where I had the helmet on for around 4.5 hours continuously with absolutely no discomfort. Having the chin bar behind the head seems like such a better idea as it feels more balanced and isn't a wind trap.

This helmet is one of very few that would fit properly and feel comfortable. I have quite a small head and when trying helmets the small were too small and the medium too loose. The sports bike store staff could not have been more helpful when I was trying to find a helmet that fitted as it should. I was able to order the colour to match my bike and it is comfortable and feels secure.
It’s taken a little while to get used to the way the front opens so far back. I don’t think I’ll ever use the locking mechanism for the chin guard. The visor is a bit stiff still but that’s the only niggle.
It’s a great helmet for the price. I ride a trike so I’m not looking for a racing helmet!

I tried a lot of helmets on it was the best fit for me, we all have different shaped heads a lot of helmets to choose from made the choice easy

I purchased this helmet after a few years away from motorcycling. After having much more expensive Shoei and Arai brands in the past, this helmet fits amazing. The fit is perfect for me. All controls are positive in the operation a good all around piece of kit.

This helmet is very comfortable from the off, and all the features on this helmet are very easy to use. The only downside is because its a modular helmet, it's is very noisy even with earplugs. My solution was to improve my ear plugs, which has resolved issue

Obviously fit and comfort is a personal thing, but for me second time out I was riding for over 6 hours and found it extremely comfortable. I have always worn medium helmets and this was a perfect fit.
Helmet weight is reasonable for this type of helmet and was no problem for me on the 6 hour ride.
Quality is good with easy to use controls and a plush lining. For me the real benefit is the ability to easily switch between open or full face - at slow speeds a much prefer to be open face. Changing mode could be done on the move and unlike my Schuberth C4, the visor could be used in open face mode, with the chin bar retracted at the back of the helmet not causing any drag.
Sun visor is easy to operate and quickly retracts with the press of a button - really useful if you ride into a very shady area.
Helmet noise seemed about the same as the Schuberth - I always wear ear plugs so was fine for me.
I fitted the cheapest Nolan intercom system which was a bit fiddly, but Nolan do a pretty good video on the process. For the price the unit works really well for music and satnav (haven't tried the intercom functionality) and the controls on the side of the helmet are not bulky.
Only negative I have (hence only 4 stars) is that in full face mode, the vents do not seem to let in much air. It was getting very stuffy on the motorway and I needed to open the visor to first position to get in more air. Hoping that this is not going to result in steaming up in winter. Can't comment on efficiency of the pinlock, which comes pre-fitted, as the weather has been really warm since I go the helmet.
All in all really happy with the combined purchase of helmet and intercom, which was at an excellent price (sub £300).

Absolutely love it, great fit and it’s like a Swiss Army knife.

I have several X lite and Nolan Helmets and find them as good as the Shoei's I have had in the past. I have the Large and it is very, very comfortable to the point that I think I could have squeezed into M all my other lids are Large

My first flip back helmet. I've bought Shoei and AGV in the past but I love this helmet. Appears to be well made. The componentry (clear visor, sun shield and chin bar) operate with a feel of quality. Chin bar has an assuring clunk when drawn down. I like the fully retracting chin bar making it aerodynamic rather than a flip up helmet's position potentially creating a wind sail. Flip lids can be heavier but it haven't noticed any difference in weight from my previous lids. It's versatile too. One can have the chin bar retracted, clear visor up or down, sun screen the same. Wide peripheral vision and good ventilation in full face mode. I chose grey due to the other interested colours (orange and green) are matt and felt they'll be more easily marked. Oh, it's also quieter than my previous lids. Negatives....a little wind noise in full face mode and there's no D ring to lock it onto my bike. Small minors really. £300, I'm rather chuffed with it.

Well I stepped away from Nolan for a year , silly move on my part . Why because I saw a helmet with coms fitted and thought lets give it a try , bad move it was heavy noisy and the restricted vision drove me bonkers . So back to a Nolan woth a reworked flip front ( magic ) . So in M H O new Nolan lid is A1 totally perfect