Nitro N80-8 Motorcycle Helmet

Safety

As stated above, the N80.8 motorcycle helmet features the new safety standard ECE 2206. The N80.8 is the heir to the extremely popular N87. It is set up for ESS - Emergency Stop Signal. This system, patent-pending, allows emergency teams to remove the cheek pads from the helmet while the motorcyclist is still wearing it by simply pulling the red tapes attached to the front of the pads themselves.

Styling

The aggressive styling looks excellent and provides enhanced aerodynamics for a comfortable ride. A wide range of colourways - graphics and colours - are available with something to suit everyone. The sleek helmet shape offers a complete ventilation system, yet this doesn't detract from the design.

Comfort

The N80-8 Powerglide motorcycle helmet features Nolan's Airbooster Technology upper ventilation system with Clima Comfort inner padding with eco-friendly fabric for superior comfort in all conditions. The lining features an innovative net construction to keep you fresh with LPC liner positioning control for maximum personalisation and comfort. Removable padding and cheek pads give a fantastic fit, and this is eyewear adaptive with a wind protector. Nolan's ventilation system is fully adjustable for a truly personalised fit to suit every rider and every condition.

Practicality

The Lexan VPS Sunscreen visor is ultrawide and scratch-resistant with an innovative tilting visor mechanism. It comes supplied with a Pinlock fog-resistant inner visor insert. A Microlock2 double lever retention system with micrometric adjustment consists of a thermoplastic ergonomic opening lever and a second aluminium toothed and holding lever. The toothed lever releases the micrometric strip; thus, the chin strap can only be open with an extensive rotation of the opening lever. This device minimises the possibility of unintentional opening. The N80-8 Powerglide helmet is set up for the N-Com communication system. It is compatible with the following N-Com series: B902l R Series, B902 R Series, B601 R Series, ESS and MCS III R Series.

Negatives

The N80.8 is compatible with Nolan's own communication system (see above), but the trim around the bottom would make fitting another make of communication system quite the task! It is possible, but not without a few swear words. The N80.8 is also a pretty tight-fitting helmet -which is excellent - this is safe - but you may want to have a good try on instore if you're between sizes, just to make sure this is the helmet for you. Luckily, the N80.8 helmet is available online and in our 30 stores nationwide .

Verdict

Nolan has a fantastic reputation and has for many years now. They produce high-quality helmets with plenty of safety features without compromising comfort and style. The Nolan N80.8 is no different.

Until next time, stay safe.

Alex