NOLAN N21 Visor Classic Open Face Helmet Instruction Manual

NOLAN N21 Visor Classic Open Face Helmet

CHOICE AND VERIFICATION OF HELMET

WARNING

• Before using the helmet read this booklet and all enclosed documents carefully, in that they contain very important indications on how to use the helmet easily and safely. We recommend you to store it for future reference.
• Failure to observe these instructions may reduce the protection provided by the helmet and consequently put your safety at risk.
• Do not operate or act in such a way that could compromise or reduce the protection provided by the helmet.

WARNING
To exploit the whole protection offered by the helmet, choose the correct size for your head, adjust the retention system correctly and check the taking off.

1. SIZE
   

2. In order to determine the correct helmet size, try on helmets of different sizes and choose the one that suits best the shape of your head and which you feel firm once worn and fastened, thus ensuring great comfort.

3. Should the helmet be too big, it may slide down to cover the eyes or turn slowly to the side while riding.

4. Keep it on for a few minutes and make sure there are no points of extreme pressure that may cause pain or headache.

5. RETENTION SYSTEM
   

6. The retention system (strap) is factory-adjusted at a standard length. Before use (see relevant instructions) check that it is correctly pre-adjusted.

7. Make sure the strap is properly fastened and tightened so as to keep the helmet firmly in place. Anyway, before riding, make sure that the strap is well fastened under the chin, as close as possible to the throat, but without being uncomfortable.

8. The correct strap tension should allow normal breathing and swallowing, but without leaving the space of a finger between strap and throat.
   WARNING
   The button which may be present on the strap only prevent its end from flapping once the strap has been fastened properly.

9. TAKING OFF

10. With the helmet on and the strap securely fastened, try to take the helmet off as shown in figure (A). In case of an accident, the different forces at stake and their various directions may result in helmet rotations or they may even cause the helmet to take off if it is not securely fastened.

11. The helmet should not rotate nor move on the head and should not slide off. Should the contrary happen, adjust strap length or change helmet size. Repeat test.

USING THE HELMET

• The helmet is specifically designed for motorcycle and motorbike use. Therefore, it must not be used for different purposes (or different reasons or operations) since, in such cases, it would not guarantee the same protection.
• In case of an accident, the helmet represents a protective element, which reduces injuries and head damage. Nevertheless, no helmet can guarantee total safety. The helmet reduces the risk or the gravity of injuries in case of accidents, but the degree of some impacts and the different circumstances may exceed helmet protection. Therefore, ride safely.
• When riding any motorcycle, always wear the helmet properly fastened in order to fully exploit its protection.
• Never wear scarves under the fastening system nor caps of any sort under the helmet.
• The helmet can muffle traffic noises. However, make sure that you can hear essential sounds such as horns and emergency vehicle sirens.
• Always keep the helmet away from heat sources like the exhaust muffler, the top box housing or the interior of a vehicle.
• Do not modify and/or tamper with the helmet (even partially) for any reason: any modifications and/or alterations compromise the safety requirements of the helmet and impair its protection degree. These also make the helmet no longer conform to the homologation standards, making it unusable and invalidating the warranty.
• Avoid contact between the helmet and gasoline and other solvents; do not apply adhesives or paints to the helmet.
• Helmet damages resulting from accidental falls may not be visible, and any helmet that has been impacted has to be replaced. Always handle your helmet carefully in order not to compromise or reduce its protection degree.
• If the visor and/or sunscreen that may be present in the helmet are damaged and/or have marked scratches that reduce visibility, their protective treatment has likely been compromised, and therefore they must be replaced.
• The visor and/or sunscreen that may be present in the helmet can only be used with the helmet model for which they were designed.
• Use only original accessories and/or spare parts suitable for your specific helmet model.
• In case of doubt about the helmet’s integrity and/or safety, avoid using it and contact an authorized dealer to have it checked.

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING OF THE HELMET

WARNING

• The helmet and its components may be seriously damaged by some common substances without the damage being visible. Use only lukewarm water and mild soap for maintenance and cleaning operations; dry at room temperature away from the sun and/or heat sources.
• Never use petrol, thinner, benzene, solvents or other chemical substances, paints, and adhesives for maintenance and cleaning operations. These can irreparably damage the helmet and its components, modify its optical properties, reduce its mechanical properties and weaken the protective treatment of the visor and/or sunscreen that may be present in the helmet.

VISOR (NJS-09)

1. VISOR DISASSEMBLY
   

2. Close the visor and remove the side plate from the helmet by pulling the upper end outwards (Fig.1).

3. Push the visor mechanism slider forward as shown by the arrow (Fig.2).

4. Lift the rear area of the visor from the shell until it is completely released from the mechanism; slightly push it towards the front of the helmet (Fig.3).

5. Repeat all the operations on the other side as well.

6. VISOR ASSEMBLY

7. Place the visor on the shell taking care to align the teeth seat with the front part of the mechanism; hook the visor under the mechanism by pressing it against the helmet in the teeth area and simultaneously pushing it towards the rear part of the helmet so as to completely hook it to the mechanism (Fig.3).

8. Move the slider backwards until you hear the fastening click (Fig.2).

9. Assemble the side plate taking care to centre the internal hooks in the relative seats on the mechanism and pressing until you hear the fastening click (Fig.4).

10. Repeat the operations on the other side as well. the left and right side plates are different from each other and are marked on their back as R (Right) and L (Left).

WARNING

• Make sure that the mechanisms are working properly. Open and close the visor making sure that the mechanisms hold it in the different positions. If necessary, repeat the above-mentioned steps.
• Do not use the helmet if the visor and the side plates have not been assembled properly.
• Do not remove the side mechanisms from the shell.
• Should any of the side mechanisms fail or be damaged, please refer to a Nolangroup authorized dealer.

SIDE PLATES FRAMES

The side plates are equipped with a colored frame that can be removed.

1. SIDE PLATES FRAME DISASSEMBLY
   To remove the frame from a side plate first remove the side plate from the helmet (see instructions above).

2. Pull the front part of the frame forward (and then inward), slightly deforming it, to release the plate front grip pawl A1 from its seat B1 on the frame (Fig.5).

3. Push back the frame to release its three back fastenings C1, C2 and C3 from their seats D1, D2 and D3 on the side plate (Fig.6) and finally disconnect the frame and the plate. the left and right side plates frames are different from each other and are marked on their back as R (Right) and L (Left).

4. SIDE PLATES FRAME ASSEMBLY

5. Insert the right or left side plate front part on the relevant left of right frame so that the plate front grip pawl A1 overlaps its seat B1 on the frame.

6. Hook the frame back fastenings C1, C2 and C3 one by one to their seats D1, D2 e D3 on the side plate slightly deforming the frame (Fig.6).

7. Hook the side plate grip pawl A1 to its seat B1 on the frame slightly deforming it (Fig.5).

8. Make sure that the two components are correctly attached to each other. Then reassemble the side plate on the helmet (see instructions above)

WARNING

• Make sure that the mechanisms are working properly. Open and close the visor, making sure that the side plates and the frames hold their positions. If necessary, repeat the above-mentioned steps.
• Do not use the helmet if the visor and/or the side plates and/or their frames have not been assembled properly.
• If the side plates and/or the frames and/or the side mechanisms are damaged or malfunctioning, refer to a Nolangroup authorized dealer.

VISION PROTECTION SYSTEM (VPS) (VPS-13)

The exclusive inner VISION PROTECTION SYSTEM (VPS) is a LEXAN™ (*) – polycarbonate moulded sunscreen with a scratch-resistant treatment. Using it is very simple and practical: Just lower it to activate it or lift it to remove it from the field of vision. It is useful in all sorts of situations, both on long journeys out of town and shorter town trips.

1. VPS OPERATION
   The VPS mechanism allows activating the sun screen by simply lowering it until it partially covers the visor field of vision. In this way, the desired light transmittance reduction is achieved. At any time, without operating the visor, the VPS can be deactivated with a simple movement and easily lifted up to restore the normal conditions of visibility and protection guaranteed by the approved helmet visor.

2. To deactivate the VPS, push the side slider completely downwards (Fig.7A).

3. To activate the VPS, push the side slider completely upwards (Fig.7B).

4. PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
   Current homologation standards (ECE22-06) establish that the minimum light transmittance levels of visors must be no less than 80%; for homologated sunscreens, the minimum transmittance level must be no less than 20%. The regulation itself also contemplates the simultaneous use of the visor and sunscreen, both as standard.
   WARNING

   • We recommend your using of the VPS only and solely together with the approved standard visor, which has a transmittance value greater than 80%.
   • The VPS does not replace the protection guaranteed by the visor.
   • The VPS can only be activated during daytime and in weather and environmental di conditions with a particular light, for example, strong brightness caused by high intensity and/or incidence of sunlight.
   • At night and/or in conditions of poor visibility, the VPS must be deactivated.
   • Should sunglasses and/or photochromic lenses be used, the VPS must be deactivated.
   • Always check that the VPS is properly positioned according to the different weather/ environmental conditions and/or to the above mentioned usage recommendations.
   • Use the special slider to activate/deactivate the VPS; do not deactivate the VPS by handling it directly.
   • Always make sure that the VPS is clean and that it is operating properly in order to avoid scratches and/or anomalous wear on it every time it is activated.
   • As for VPS and visor maintenance and cleaning operations, please refer to the appropriate section in the helmet user’s manual.
   • The VPS scratch resistant/fog-resistant treatment highly reduces fogging. However, protracted periods of adverse weather and/or environmental conditions might cause fogging and/or formation of condensation on the VPS, which entails a reduction of visibility and/or sharpness of vision: in this case, deactivate the VPS.
   • In case of rain, the direct contact of raindrops with the scratch resistant/fog-resistant treated VPS quickly reduces sharpness of vision, thus causing scarce visibility: in this case, deactivate the VPS.
   • The special VPS fog-resistant treatment is usually sensitive to high temperatures or heat sources. In this case, contaminations caused by contact with other materials might occur. These contaminations will cause marks and stains to come out. In these cases (e.g. when the helmet is kept in the top case on hot days), it is recommended that the VPS does not come into contact with other materials.

5. VPS DISASSEMBLY
   To remove the sunscreen from the helmet, open the visor completely and lower the VPS by pushing the slider completely upwards (Fig.7B). Hold the left lateral part of the sun screen and pull it toward the outside of the helmet (Fig.8). Repeat the same operation on the right side of the helmet.

6. VPS ASSEMBLY
   To remove the sunscreen, open the visor completely and push the slider completely upwards (Fig.7B). Insert the sun screen left end into the left side guide until the grip pawl is hooked in shell housing (Fig.8). Repeat the same operation on the right side of the helmet.

WARNING

• Push the left side slider completely downwards (Fig.7A) and upwards (Fig.7B) to make sure that the VPS works properly. If necessary, repeat the above-mentioned steps.
• If the VPS opening/closing mechanisms are damaged or not working properly, please contact a Nolangroup authorized dealer.
• Do not use the helmet if the VPS has not been assembled properly.
• Since the VPS does not assure you the same protection as the one provided by the visor, it has to be used only when the helmet visor is lowered.

VPS LOWER EDGE TRIM

The lower VPS sunscreen profile is moulded with a printed trim attached to the visor with fastening elements.

1. VPS TRIM DISASSEMBLY
   To release the trim from the lower edge of the sunscreen, first remove the sunscreen from the helmet (see instructions above).

2. Pull the trim right end downwards to release the first fastening from the sunscreen (Fig.9).

3. Continue releasing the other fastenings one by one, moving towards the other end of the sunscreen (Fig.10).

4. Pull out the trim from the sunscreen left side flap (Fig.10).

5.  Release the trim left end and completely remove it from the sunscreen (Fig.11).

6. VPS TRIM ASSEMBLY

7.  Insert the left side flap of the sunscreen in its slot on the trim (Fig.12).

8.  Press the trim left end against the sunscreen to attach it to the relevant fastening element (Fig.10).

9. Continue attaching the other fastenings one by one, moving towards the other end of the sunscreen (Fig.10).

10. Press the trim right end against the sunscreen to attach it to the relevant fastening element (Fig.9).

11. Push the trim against the sunscreen aligning it with all the fastening device in order to attach it evenly along the whole sunscreen’s lower edge; check that all the fastening devices are correctly attached and that the trim and the visor fit together tightly. Finally, fit the sunscreen on the helmet (see instructions above).

WARNING

• Never use the helmet without having correctly assembled the sunscreen trim
• Make sure the VPS operates correctly by moving the left side slider downwards (Fig.7A) and upwards (Fig.7B) and check that the visor lower edge trim does not come out of the sunscreen. If necessary, repeat the above-mentioned steps.
• In case of malfunctioning or damages, please contact an authorized Nolangroup dealer.

REMOVABLE INNER COMFORT PADDING

1. INNER COMFORT PADDING DISASSEMBLY

2. To remove the inner comfort padding, lift the VPS and open the visor completely (see instructions above).

3. Open the chin strap (see specific instructions).

4. Hold the left front part of the liner and pull it upwards in order to remove the liner flap from the support fixed to the polystyrene inner shell (Fig.13). Then repeat the same steps for the central front and right flap.

5. Remove the left and right sides of the comfort padding from the cavity between the inner polystyrene shell, the outer shell and the VPS side guides (Fig.14).

6. Unhook the left rear flap of the liner from the support fixed to the polystyrene inner shell by slightly pulling the comfort padding towards the inside of the helmet (Fig.15). Then repeat the same steps for the central and right flap.

7. Remove the chin straps from the elastic loops on the straps and the from the liner side slots (Fig.16A).

8. Completely remove the liner from the helmet.

9. INNER COMFORT PADDING ASSEMBLY

10. Insert the liner correctly into the helmet and fit it well against the base

11. Pull the left rectangular textile extension of the liner (Fig.16B) and insert the chin strap into the corresponding slot in the lateral side of the liner (Fig.16A) then fold the rectangular textile extension of the liner inside the padding. Follow the same steps on the right side of the helmet.

12. Insert the right and left sides of the liner in the cavity between the inner polystyrene shell, the outer shell and the VPS side guides (Fig.14).

13. Insert the central rear flap of the liner into its seat on the support fixed to the polystyrene inner shell and push it downwards until it is completely locked. Follow the same steps for the right and left rear flaps. (Fig.15).

14. Insert the left front flap of the liner into its seat on the support fixed to the polystyrene inner shell and push it downwards until it is completely locked. Follow the same steps for the central and right flap (Fig.13).
    check the correct assembly of the liner front area by lifting and lowering the VPS. These movements should be smooth. If this is not the case, repeat the steps 1.2. and 2.5.

15. Insert the chin straps in the elastic loops on the straps and pull it towards the inside of the helmet.

WARNING

• Remove the inner comfort padding only when cleaning or washing is require.
• Never use the helmet if the all parts of inner comfort padding have not been correctly and completely reassembled
• Before washing the inner comfort padding, make sure to remove all the removable sponge parts. Replace them correctly after washing.
• Delicately hand-wash in lukewarm water (max. 30° C) and neutral soap.
• Rinse with cold water and allow drying at room temperature, away from direct sunlight.
• Never machine-wash the inner comfort padding.
• The inner polystyrene is an easily deformable material. It is apt to change or get partially destroyed to help absorb shocks.
• Do not modify or alter the helmet’s internal polystyrene components in any way.
• Clean the inner components with a damp cloth only and allow it to dry at room temperature away from direct sunlight.
• Never use tools or equipment of any sort to carry out the steps described above.

HELMET LOCK RING

Some versions of this helmet feature a metallic ring called HELMET LOCK RING (Fig.17), that can be used for hanging the helmet to the special hook placed on many motorbikes. WARNING

• Only use the HELMET LOCK RING to hang the helmet to the motorbike.
• Check that – when hung to the hook- the helmet is not directly exposed to heat sources or other stresses that may modify its characteristics or damage it.
• the HELMET LOCK RING is not related to the helmet retention system (strap) and/ or its adjustment (see specific instructions).
• Never use the HELMET LOCK RING to fasten the helmet to the head and/or to adjust the tension (see instructions above).
• Do not remove the HELMET LOCK RING form the retention system strap.
• In case of malfunctioning or damages, please contact an authorised Nolangroup dealer.

This helmet is manufactured in a plant that respects the environment. At the end of its use, it is recommended to dispose of it according to specific regulations in force over the place or Country of residence.

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