Ff, 3/4, or 1/2?

 

That depends. On how long you've been riding, climate, traffic, critters, if you have a windshield and/or fairing
I bought my first helmet at a Honda shop. I intended to buy a 3/4 helmet but the salesman talked me into a HJC FF. I'm glad he did. My bike only had a small windshield, and I got a lot of buffeting, and bugs hitting me. It was quieter with a FF.

If you are a new rider, it's a good idea to use a FF, while you gain experience. I know 2 riders who wrecked their face their first year. I used mine for 6 years on a Vulcan 750, the the first 2 years, with my Ultra. Thanks to the fairing I mostly use a 3/4 now. FF if cold or rainy.
Good luck.

 

Synthetic or conventional

 

A full face will give you much better protection. A half helmet is cooler in the summer.
Why not buy both? You probably have more than one riding jacket, why not more than one helmet.

 

If you do not want a full face you can get a modular....I compromised and wear a Shoei RJ platinum . It is the quietest helmet I have ever owned. Make sure it fits right and snug. It is good if it is comfortable.
I have 4 , a shorty, 2 of the 3/4 ones and a Fulmer modular. They all have headsets in them for my communication system.
Go to dealers and try them on, also look at videos from Revzilla and motorcycle superstore etc....Google ,,, how to fit a helmet properly .

 

I wear a Schuberth modular. Comfortable in 100 degree heat, light and quiet and your face will thank you when you turn 60+

 

Which one do you like? Which one do you feel safe in? Which one is more comfortable for you? Which do you value more safety, or comfort? Motorcycle riding is a big boy sport. You have to make your own decisions. If you don't feel comfortable riding 50 miles in a half helmet, just buy a ff and be done with it, or start another stupid thread.

 

Well, at least he didn't ask us about what color he should get....

 

Wait for the next thread.

 

At this stage of my life (72 Y.O.) I am strictly ATGATT. I just upgraded to a Scorpion Modular EXO-GT3000 from REVZILLA for $369.00 with Free Shipping. It is an excellent design; it flows a huge amount of air through it, it has DOT approval, is reasonably quiet, and is exceptionally comfortable. My helmet size is Small and it is a perfect fit for me. I also like the color, a silver/white with Reflective Red Lightening Bolts on the back and sides which makes it very easy for other drivers to see both day and night. It also will accept my SENA Blue Tooth Device so I can both make and receive calls.