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How can we divide the various types of helmets?
Helmets can be gathered in various brands depending on its shape, the material used in the manufacture of the exterior shell, its usage, homologation and finally depending on its price. If we look at the shapes, there are three types of shells: the FULL FACE shell, the OPEN FACE (JET type) one and also the MODULAR shell. All of them manufactured in thermoplastic or in composites (fibre). Depending on its own characteristics, helmets will be divided in two brands, those that will be used on the road or those ones that will be used in all off-road riding, as the cross helmets. All NEXX helmets hold ECE 22-05 homologation. Relatively to the prices, as in all products, there are lower prices (plastic helmets) and higher prices (composites - fibre helmets).


When should I change my helmet's visor?
As soon as the scratches in your visor no longer allow a good vision, you should change your helmet's visor. A scratched visor might become dangerous in nocturnal usage, due to the light coming from the others drivers.


How can I wash my helmet?
In order to clean your helmet, you may only use water and soap or another product exclusively recommended by the manufacturer. If your helmet has a completely detachable and washable lining, use exactly the same technique, cleaning the foam left by the soap with clean light water. Let it dry naturally and don't twist the pieces.


Does a more expensive helmet mean greater security?
Not always a more expensive helmet warrants a greater security. All helmets that respect the DOT standard, which is the case of NEXX, has the minimum-security guarantee. The different prices are explained by manufacturers' peremptory (sponsorships to pilots, for example). Anyway, a fibre helmet will always be safer and more secure than a plastic helmet.