The Shoei J-O (jay-o, or if you like: JO) is the newest open face helmet by the premium Japanese brand. We find the term 'open face helmet' being somewhat of an understatement towards this helmet, it is so much more than that. More importantly, put the helmet on. You will instantly feel you're wearing a real helmet, it's almost like a full face helmet.The relatively long helmet shell ensures that the J-O encloses your head well. The 'ducktail' at the back of the helmet is a striking detail. This does good things not only for the looks, but like most Shoei helmets it has a primary function with regards to this helmet's aerodynamics.For the rider's further comfort (= preventive safety) Shoei has a few nifty bits and pieces in this helmet, unique to an open face helmet. The poured visor has been aerodynamically shaped. This allows the riding wind to be directed around the helmet, preventing the wind from hitting the eyes from under the visor. The visor's position is also adjustable, without warping.A final special feature: the edges of the inner lining have been finished with leather. However, the area around the visor has been finished with Nubuck leather. On of this materials characteristics is that it doesn't reflect sunlight on to the inside of the visor. Imagine riding down a nice road, with a row of trees on the left with the sun shining through. That edge of Nubuck is going to make a world of difference.AIM multi fibre outer shell.'Ducktail' for improved aerodynamics.3 size outer shell for the right proportions.EPS inner shell made up in variable density.Clear CJ-3 thermoplastic shaped visor.Tinted and yellow visors available separately.Goggle clip for goggle strap.Removable and washable cheek pads.Leather and Nubuck leather finish.DD chin strap buckle.Included: J-O logo sticker and helmet bag.DOT approved. Meets the FMVSS 218 Standard.
S**N
Great helmet!
This is a great helmet, be aware that you can get different cheek pad sizes to customize the fit.
T**.
Very nice helmet
Very good quality helmet. Lightweight and fits very well. Big difference over cheaper helmets. My only complaint is that there is a lot of wind noise coming through the helmet into your ears.
M**.
Great Helmet
I mean, for the price it better be! I had a Shoei as my first helmet and wore it for a decade before including it with the sale of my bike. A decade later, with a brand new bike, I needed a new helmet and tried on every helmet in 2 different stores only to find that nothing fit comfortably, or at all for that matter. Took a big shot by spending so much without trying it on, but I trusted in Shoei, and they delivered. Everything on this helmet functions flawlessly after putting 500 miles on it.
E**L
Worth the money, can't go cheap when it's your head.
Excellent helmet. Great for oval shaped heads. Very light, yet well constructed. My 4th Shoei helmet.
S**E
SHOEI J.O Helmet
Excellent quality SHOEI helmet, fits well, top notch product
B**.
There's "a catch"
Overall, impressed with the helmet.Comfortable fit, well designed except when it come to snapping the chin strap...the receiver snap is stuffed up to tight into the bottom of the helmet making it physically difficult to reach, and attempt to snap together...this becomes burdensome.
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