2.6 Types of Motorcycle Helmets
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2.6.3 Modular/Flip-up Helmet
The modular or flip-up helmet (Fig. 2.5) is considered to have some features of the
full face and open face helmets when assembled. The chin bar can be either removed
or pivoted upwards, and this allows the rider to reach most of the face, as in an open
face helmet.
Modular helmets are worn in the closed position during riding and, if worn in the
open position, pose an increased risk of neck injury in a crash [21].
Fig. 2.5 Modular/flip-up
helmet
Fig. 2.6 Open face helmet
with face shield