Shark has been designing upside-down/modular helmets for years with each new model improving little by little. They have the Evoline helmet line and also the Openline. And now, they have added Evo-One to their lineup. It’s a further evolution of the Evoline line but designed to be a bit more compact. So today, we‘re going to do a basic review of aspects of the shark modular helmet, specifically the Evo-One 2. Stay tuned shortly.
Shark Modular Helmet Review- The Evo-One 2
Design
Overall, this helmet is easy to impress with clean and strong lines. This EVO-ONE 2 has a fairly compact, aerodynamic design, and thermoplastic housing with 2 case sizes. The manufacturer has tried to create a helmet that scores high in safety with a flip-front mechanism. There is a regular range of solid colors – called Blank, in addition, to gloss black, matte, and white. Hats are currently widely available on e-commerce platforms with prices ranging from $386.99 to $469.99 depending on the color you choose.
Liner
Almost all helmets these days have an easily removable, washable liner, and the shark modular helmet is no exception. The lining itself is CoolMax and has a subtle 3D texture so it feels less sticky when the temperature and humidity are high. Air channels reveal expanded gray polystyrene underneath. The lining features large pockets for the speaker that open to the front of the helmet and closes with velcro. inside is a niche that fits the SENA speakers as if they were designed specifically for them.
The chin visor on this helmet has a unique design. It is deployed with a blue plastic handle that is easy to find and use while wearing gloves. It snaps into place and stays there until you push it back into place on the back of the chin bar. In addition, the Cushion on the chin strap is just the right size, nice and soft. The design of the neck roll is equally unique. The surface next to the skin is quite soft and has an elastic layer that hugs the neck. Besides, the hat also has a glasses-friendly lining that is very comfortable and does not cause discomfort when wearing.
Safety
Shark modular helmets, especially the Shark Evo-One 2, have been DOT and ECE certified and have been safety tested by SHARP helmet laboratories in the UK. SHARP also records the % impact during testing with the chin guard remaining fully locked. In the case of the Evo-One 2, this is recorded as 100%, which certainly gives the driver peace of mind as it will protect them on the go. It also has a 5-Star SHARP rating, which is great for a modular helmet. Finally, for the safety of the Evo-One 2, it has a dual similarity. It is a European standard but means it has been tested/certified for use in both full-face and open-face configurations.
Noise
Noise management is an important aspect of helmet selection. Excessive noise can tire you out during a long trip and can distract you from more important things. It also depends a lot on your head shape and how the helmet padding fits it. Shark has worked hard to design a helmet that can operate smoothly. All have an aero design with a small and round rear spoiler and helmet shape, magnetic chin blinds and plush linings that contribute to noise reduction. If you are driving fast, we recommend using earplugs to limit noise. In all fairness, the Shark Evo One 2 seems to be a quieter-than-average helmet – which is great for a module since they’re usually on the louder side.
Ventilation
The ventilation system is also a plus for the shark modular helmet. The ventilation system on the EVO includes 2 upper vents, one in the chin and one hidden on the inside of the chin bar. The chin vent is a little different. It is powered by a single external chin vent operated by a large toggle panel to open/close it. It seems more like an air outlet than an intake because the air passages are on top of the vents. There is also another vent that opens on the inside of the chin guard to direct air towards the shield for removal or towards the mouth.
There are two vents on the top of the helmet, which are opened and closed separately by means of small sliders, and warm air exits the helmet directly behind, from the exhaust under the spoiler on the top of the helmet. The top vents are quite small but they are quite effective as I can feel the air going through the top of my head through the air passages in the pad. The air vents are cleverly hidden on the outer legs of the rear spoiler with air passages going down through the EPS panel. Unlike the top vents, these are partially covered by the liner although it’s difficult to tell if that reduces their effectiveness.
Shield
Shark modular helmet is equipped with Pinlock Max Vision to keep your helmet shield from fogging. However, with the original Evo One, it seems that Shark didn’t design the shield closing mechanism to fully account for Pinlock, and quite a few owners online say they caught the top of the shield, This results in a nasty mark on the Pinlock that obscures your view.
In addition, the Shark’s sunshade has also been improved. They say the sun visor on the Evo-One 2 is 23% larger than the visor on the Evoline. It’s what they call a ‘full cover’ sun visor and it’s operated by a large slider on the top of the helmet. Reports show that the sunshade comes down beautifully and is a good size.
Conclusion
It can be difficult to choose a helmet that fits your needs and finances. I’m not sure how many people need or want a helmet that converts from full face to open face but if that’s your wish then this is the helmet for you. The Shark modular helmet has several other unique features that are very practical and useful. All in all, this is a very nice helmet that has taken its place as the top choice in my helmet line. How about you? Leave a comment to let us know!
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