Nolan’s top-spec street helmet is the N84, which incorporates a variety of novel design touches to the basic helmet design. It’s based around a polycarbonate shell, which is cheaper to produce than a composite construction, with a built-in spoiler, seatbelt-type fastening buckle, and a sanitized hypoallergenic lining. The tool-less quick-release visor system allows fast visor changes, but the N84 also incorporates the ‘Vision Protection System’ – a short dark sun visor on the outside of the main shield that can be moved to three positions to block blinding sunlight. The 84’s vents are integrated inside the helmet outer shell, reducing wind noise and drag caused by external venting systems.
But perhaps the most interesting feature of the N84 is Nolan’s optional N-Com communication system. This add-on headset and transmitter kit allows a Bluetooth phone to integrate with your helmet, and can also add intercom and multimedia sound functionality to the helmet.
