We switched to Modular quite awhile ago.

This video may be useful in looking at the features of a modular helment.

 

When I first started riding in 06, I started with a 3/4, and it was okay. I then went to a shoei full face and really liked it. When I bought my 17 SGS, I knew I liked the shoei product but wanted just a little more flexibility, so I got the Neotech. Absolutely love it. Fit is extremely important and the shoei modular fits me very well plus they offer different size cheek pads to accommodate sizing a little. I suppose it could be a couple decibels louder than a full face but for sure quieter than a 3/4. The pinlock system makes fogging pretty much non existent. No issues mounting my Cardo to it. You can buy replacement parts, like shields and the inner padding. Has good ventilation. Honestly this is one area of motorcycling that I think is non negotiable for splurging. Spend the money (yep they're pricey) and get a good quality helmet, and you won't regret it. Sizing is everything though, I spent a good amount of time in the store, with a helmet on and just sitting in the store. You'll know after a good 20 minutes if a helmet doesn't fit well.
I had a buddy that bought new helmets for him and his wife years ago, and they just didn't get into riding so I bought them for my gf and I. We were on about day two on a cross country ride and the lower neck pad was coming unglued and flapping in the wind on both of our helmets. I wanted so bad to just throw them in the trash on the trip. Never again will I buy cheap, looks good helmets.

 

I have a HJC i90... great helmet. I added a PackTalk Bold to it, I like to listen to tunes while I ride. I wear the i90 when it's cold or might get caught in some bad weather. I also have a couple half helmets too, which I wear the other times I ride.

 

Yeah, that’s what I’ve heard for 32 yeas since I moved here.

 

Its the best helmet I’ve ever owned.

 

They are nice, I have always had a Shoei head, and love mine too.

I bought the Scorpion modular while on a long trip. I learned the hard way about rain and cold weather on my very first trip on my Street Glide. The Scorpion EXO modular is a nice helmet, but my noggin is not shaped for it, and the chin bar foam crushes my lower jaw.

Bought the Neotec 2 the day I got back

 

I’ve never worn a motorcycle helmet that ever particularly impressed me with regards to airflow in them, and this includes the much lauded European spec Nolan N43.

I’ve also never worn a helmet that was so heavy it caused me neck muscle strains and such. This includes some of the old and notably heavy Shoei full faced helmets.

Pick a helmet that fits your head shape and size well. Worry about brand names after you’ve figured out which ones actually fit you.

 

Bought a Nolan N43 I think and I rode about 10 miles with it and put it back in the box and returned it or sold it back , I don’t remember. Bought a regular Neotec then.

 

I have both a modular and a 3/4 and have used both for quite a while. When touring long distance you would think the modular would be the best choice considering weather and safety but I tend to choose my 3/4. It gives me the feeling of a more connected experience with my surroundings. A peak is also a must for riding into the sun.

It may not be a logical choice but it seems I get a better touring experience with a 3/4 than a modular, especially as I take 2 lanes whenever possible...

 

Agree. The open experience of the 3/4 is simply closer to the world. The modular (or any FF) is like being behind a window. But sometimes a window is much nicer when the temps are colder or the weather turns wet. And no doubt the modular is likely a better choice for riding in higher traffic suburban or metro areas where accident potential is greater.