OK, I'm the first to call HJC what it is; The King of Average. 2008 was actually a little disappointing. HJC came out with several new products, but in my opinion, they fell a little short. While they did make some worthwhile changes, each model was lacking just a bit in the innovation department.
Then 2009 comes along, and as if they were reading my mind, they come out with the "IS" models. All three (IS-16, IS-MAX, IS-33) are outstanding products. Yes, I used outstanding to describe HJC. Ooh what can change in a year.
Each of these models have above average venting, an inner visor (thou on the light side), and HJC's new Silvercool liner. Put this all together, and it equals a solid product.
Since this product came out, I've sold a TON. Everyone to this point has been extremely happy, and they agree with my opinion. It doesn't always work this way. On many products, my view and those that buy it differ. The IS models simply work.
Now, which manufacturers should take notice? Scorpion helmets might as well have a bulls eye on their back. In 2008 they were at the top in many ways. They offered a solid product (still due), at a reasonable price. Their product typically had slightly better features, for about the same money. The HJC IS models simply now take over this position.
It will be interesting to see what the other companies do for 2010. Many will do what they have done in the past. Thump their chests and stick with the belief that their product doesn't need to change. Others will head to the drawing board and change their product. Some might even be good...lol. Until they make these changes, HJC simply has the advantage.
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