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Shoei’s been working hard on a helmet with HUD (heads-up-display) – and the current incubating brainchild, ‘Opticson,’ will purportedly help make the basics of riding (speed, distance to the next turn and lane prompts) that much simpler to manage.

Back in 2020, Jim Pruner and Bruce Cole reviewed Shoei’sRF-1400andJ-Cruise IImotorcycle helmets, with the 1400 in particular boasting a 4.9-star rating (Jimbo doesn’t mark willy-nilly, so it’s a fantastic mark for a lid, coming from him).

While neither helmets featured HUD, the review consensus was more or less the same: Shoei makes great (though sometimes a tad hefty) lids for the safety-conscious rider.

Sometimes, though, a good build isn’t quite enough to stand out – so what better way to shake up a moto market in the thralls of a technical EV-olution than to pop out a helmet with integrated HUD?

Shoei’s ‘Opticson’ concept helmet works on a simple enough format:MCNtells us that “an inverted image of whatever you want to see on the HUD is projected onto a semi-transparent, angled surface – called the combiner – in front of your eye, so when you see its reflection it’s the right way around.”

Another reason why manufacturers have yet to come out with something like HUD is space – where  would the computing system, energy components and other accessories be stored?

Besides the HUD lineup, the report tells us that the Opticson will be smartphone connected, instead of the traditional satnav system, with the rider’s information projected onto a multi-adjustable bracket that hangs down in front of your right eye.

With Shoei’s concept helmet revealed to be vastly improved at the recent Osaka and Tokyo motorcycle shows, we are anticipating an eventual debut date.

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With the fully-integrated, intelligent, augmented-reality helmet, a rider only needs to think about a single device. Because it"s integrated into the helmet, he"s never going to leave it behind, lose it, or, worse, have it stolen, while he goes to refuel, have a coffee or smoke, while taking a break on his journey. Charging is simple, with a single device and can take place at home or en route.

That small prism above my eye holds the EyeRide OLED head up display, and it"s both highly legible ... [+]and adjustable. Puck on the helmet is the battery and CPU for the system.Roberson Photography

A few years ago, a tech startup sent me a most unusual device: A helmet-mounted Head Up Display (HUD) system that showed navigation maps, handled phone ops, shot video, and so on, all in a smallish device that popped on and off the front of my helmet. Somewhat inelegant, but it worked great, was very useful, and I loved it and used it on almost every ride going forward. But after a couple of years, the small company folded and the app needed to operate it went dead, bricking my favorite tech toy. Into the Drawer of Orphaned Technologies it went.

The EyeRide system consists of four primary hard parts: A hockey-puck like disc that mounts to the side of your helmet that holds the guts of the system, a small swiveling arm with a prism containing the video display that mounts inside your helmet near your right eye, and optionally, a small bluetooth remote for help controlling the system while underway, although it will also respond to voice commands. To that end, in-helmet stereo speakers and a microphone are also included.

Setup is crucial and can be time consuming, but it’s worth getting the details right for best performance. The EyeRide kit works best in full-face helmets but will work in DOT-spec open-face hats as well, and getting the bits in place can involve removing some removable interior padding and getting the HUD prism, mic and speakers in their optimal positions. If you’ve ever installed a comms system in a helmet, this will all be mostly familiar. EyeRide does have install videos available as well. You will need an iPhone or Android smartphone to operate the system via an app.

In all, it took me about 30 minutes to get everything squared away inside an inexpensive full-face helmet that had removable interior pads (they just snapped in and out). If the interior lining of your helmet is fixed in place, it will take longer, so you might want to consider investing in a more modern helmet. Mine was only about $100 and is DOT certified and fits quite well, so there are plenty of options.

Riding With EyeRideThis is a good approximation of what you see in terms of your right eye while using EyeRide, ... [+]although I found it to be even a bit more transparent than this photo suggests.Eyelights

I was pleasantly surprised by the sharpness, color and resolution of the tiny, tiny HUD module, which uses an OLED display in the prism. It is far superior to the old system I loved so much. It takes a minute to really dial in the position of the HUD for optimal quality, but it’s worth it and after a few uses it’s habit to adjust the small arm the HUD module rides on. I use an iPhone, so the EyeRide system defaults to Apple CarPlay, with a second app,Captain Rider, allowing adjustment of the system and management of wireless connections, including working as a connection to talk with other riders, even if they are using other comms systems. During my review time, I was not able to test that specific aspect of the app or hardware, so I’ll have to take their word for it.

The EyeRide HUD presents information on a transparent background, so it can be right in your line of sight if need be, and in that mode it does work well. I preferred it tipped up just a bit towards the top of the helmet so I could glance at it as needed. I was able to call up addresses by voice via Siri and also manage music and phone ops. And the quality of the OLED display is again key: It’s bright, sharp and easily legible, even with glasses on. Sound quality from the included small speakers in the ear recesses of the helmet is loud enough and the sound quality is passable, but I’ve been spoiled by the JBL speakers from my Cardo Packtalk Bold system. It would be nice to have an upgrade option for the in-helmet speakers.MORE FROM FORBESRide Gear Review: Cardo PACKTALK Bold Motorcycle Communication System Keeps You In TouchBy Bill Roberson

Back when I was talking with the founder of the Skully helmet in 2013, I asked that very question, and the rather unexpected answer is that yes, this kind of tech can actually be safer than not using it.

I’m very happy with the EyeRide system and congratulate Eyelights on seeing the project through, I know it hasn’t been easy. If I could change anything about the system, it would be to include video recording via some front and rear camera modules, something I know is possible, but likely a ways off. I do miss that feature from my old system. Otherwise, the remote bluetooth controller could be a bit larger for use with winter gloves and it needs some better bar-mounting options for some bikes. But if the Skully helmet system and HUDs in general intrigue you, the EyeRide system is a great option that is actually on sale now, and it may make you a safer rider as well. Recommended.

Just as cars have become laden with ever more tech in recent years, the same can be said for motorcycles. Top-level bikes from just about every manufacturer now feature a slate of tech aides that would make many car drivers envious: Traction controls, adjustable ABS, multiple ride modes, launch control and more, often with varying degrees of sensitivity and user controls that even cars don"t yet offer.

But one aspect of the motorcycle experience - the venerable helmet - has remained fairly rooted in the analog past. While helmets with Bluetooth, built-in speakers and microphones have been around for a while now, real smart helmets are still tough to come by. The highest profile example is the Skully smart helmet, which looked like a home run until it appeared the founders were more interested in fleecing crowdfunders than making actual helmets. The company has since been reborn under new management and the helmets cost $1,900.

However, the $700 NUVIZ Head Up Display is a helmet add-on that works in a similar way to an action camera - and works with most full-face helmets many street riders already own. However, its capabilities go far beyond shooting video of your ride (although it does do that as well). Forbes gave the NUVIZ a thorough workout under a variety of conditions.

The NUVIZ is a self-contained Head-Up Display (HUD) that mounts to a full-face helmet. A small bar-mounted controller operates the device while riding and an included set of speakers and microphone go inside your helmet. The NUVIZ pairs with your smartphone (and an app, of course) to provide phone ops and music playback while riding, but it"s actually a fairly self-contained system, with built-in GPS, a high-def video camera and the all-important 800x480 pixel color HUD screen.

Attaching the NUVIZ to its low-profile quick-release plate (held in place with a strong adhesive) on the bottom right section of a helmet places the HUD low in the field of vision. Even though it is fairly transparent, is not designed to be directly in the rider"s field of view (a good thing). The HUD portion rides on a simple-to-move, multi-angle adjuster so a rider can quickly line it up to their vision. A quick adjustment to center the HUD is usually required every time you put your helmet on, but it literally takes just a few seconds.

Once powered up and wirelessly connected to your phone (via the NUVIZ app) and the controller, the NUVIZ presents a novel amount of information to the rider, including a moving GPS map (immensely helpful), current speed and the current speed limit, phone controls, music controls, and ride route tracking. Music and phone ops can also be controlled with voice commands via your phone"s digital helper (Siri, et al.) An adjustable front-mounted 1080P video camera shoots sharp video and 8MP stills, triggered by the controller.

The NUVIZ GPS screen. Display data (including traffic) can be tailored with the NUVIZ app. This... [+]photo doesn"t do it justice, it appears larger in actual use.Photo: Bill Roberson

The NUVIZ system abounds with smart touches. Conveniently, the overall system is portable, wireless and no part of it is hard-wired to the bike. The round handle-bar mounted controller is intuitive and can be operated without looking at it, keeping your eyes on the road. A quick-release makes it easy to remove the puck to prevent theft or it can be quickly moved to another bike (NUVIZ sells additional helmet and handlebar mounts). If you don"t feel like having the HUD display on while riding but still want to hear music, calls or voice directions from your phone, a simple button push on the device kills just the display. Touch it again to bring it back or simply hit a button on the controller. This proved to be a very convenient feature.

Out on the road, the only part of the NUVIZ the rider really sees is the small HUD screen, which is semi-transparent. The display sits just below the sight line, so the rider"s view of the road ahead is not obstructed. The default display mode shows the rider"s speed, the current speed limit (imported from GPS data), the time and the battery level. Tapping the small toggle on the controller switches the devices between modes that include the moving GPS map, phone ops, music controls and ride mapping. Tapping the camera button on the controller initiates a live view of the camera on the HUD. Tapping the camera again snaps an eight-megapixel photo, holding the camera button down initiates the high-definition video recorder. Tap it again to stop the recorder.

While it takes a bit to get accustomed to both the info in the HUD and operating the controller, after a short time it became second nature to switch modes and operate the system without looking. Hitting the Voice Command Button, right above the camera button, activates your phone"s digital assistant, allowing you to specify what music to play or place a phone call.

Once your ride is at an end, the NUVIZ quickly detaches from your helmet for safekeeping or charging, and your videos are stored on a removable micro SD card (not included). Still photos flow automatically to an album on your phone after you take them. The NUVIZ is powered by a 18650-series rechargeable and removable battery, so if a rider is headed out on a long trip, it can be powered with someinexpensive extra batteries. On a single charge, the NUVIZ will operate for between five and eight hours depending on use (more video footage equals less run time, of course). The battery charges inside the device using the common micro-USB charge port.

There"s a natural concern with presenting more visual information - and possible distraction - to a motorcycle rider, who is more vulnerable to injury in a crash than someone in a car. But this rider found that having pertinent information just below the sightline actually helped keep attention on the road instead of having to glance down at instruments or a phone/GPS device mounted on the handlebars.

It took a bit to get used to the presence of the HUD but after a short while, it was easy to operate the NUVIZ controller without looking and the ability to make calls, follow GPS or play music choices by voice was a safety feature rather than a distraction. And having GPS and traffic information right below the sightline is a huge advantage while navigating the urban grid. In a short time, I felt safer riding with the NUVIZ than without it.

Another concern was whether the NUVIZ would affect the aerodynamics of the helmet at highway speeds (or a bit above), but at no time was there any feeling that was the case. The device is slightly curved in construction to match the curve of a full-face helmet, and at no time did it feel as though the helmet was pulling to the side, no matter the speed.

If there are any complaints to be leveled at the NUVIZ, it"s perhaps that the included speakers are a bit tinny, although they can get quite loud. However, the speakers and mic use the now-normal 4-contact headphone jack that many smartphones use so it is possible to utilize a mic/earbud/headset system from a third party or even DIY your own system for more fidelity. If you already have a helmet with Bluetooth features, the Bluetooth 4.0 system in the NUVIZ shouldconnect to iteasily.

An item of note is NUVIZ"s recent collaboration with Sena, maker of techie helmets, helmet intercoms and other moto tech. Sena currently offers a semi-smart helmet with a built-in camera, so inserting a Head-Up Display with tighter integration seems like a winning future product of this alliance, although the coupling was supposed to have produced a new product in 2018. Stay tuned.

In time, smart helmets with head-up displays and other tech will be commonplace, but for now, they"re either very expensive, not available or in development. The NUVIZ HUD gives riders the option to smarten up their favorite hat at a much lower price point, and the device does everything it claims to do with ease and speed. NUVIZ has a winner on their hands.

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All is so amazing and so much more safe when being able to push a button to send signals for turning left and right. The helmet is basically a lifeline to safety.

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