Table of contents
- 13 neck and face protectors put to the test Protection against wind and weather
- Buff Bandana Windproof
- Buff Windproof
- Buse neck warmer windproof
- Dane Kolding
- Difi multituch
- H.A.D. Merino Black
- Held summer neck warmer 9056
- Probiker neck and face protection
- Restless neck warmer Classic
- Restless Face Mask Extreme
- Reusch neck warmer 1.0
- Thermoboy fleece multifunctional cloth 1.0
- Vanucci Windmaster Sympatex
- MOTORCYCLE final scoring
- This is how MOTORRAD tests
- Every season has its requirements
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13 neck and face protectors in a comparison test.
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Buff Bandana Windproof.
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Buff Windproof.
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Buse neck warmer windproof.
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Dane Kolding.
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Difi multituch.
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H.A.D. Merino Black.
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Held summer neck warmer 9056.
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Probiker neck and face protection.
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Restless neck warmer Classic.
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Restless Face Mask Extreme.
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Reusch neck warmer 1.0.
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Thermoboy fleece multifunctional cloth 1.0.
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Vanucci Windmaster Sympatex.
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13 neck and face protectors in a comparison test
13 neck and face protectors put to the test
Protection against wind and weather
Neck ruffs and multi-scarfs are super talents, protect against wind, weather, sunburn, insects and are also suitable for any occasion away from the motorcycle. Well, for almost everyone. 13 candidates had to prove themselves in the comparison test.
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We tested the effectiveness of neck and face guards in motorcycle practice and went on tour with 13 neck ruffs, masks and multi-scarves. They differ conceptually, which is why the question of comparability is entirely justified. But regardless of the strengths and design of the respective product: It can only work if you always have it to hand and wear it. We were therefore looking for the optimal, compact all-rounder that is always on hand. One that can be stowed well in a station wagon, in a tank bag or under the seat and that offers the broadest possible range of protection.
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Buff Bandana Windproof
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Buff Bandana Windproof.
Providers: Buff Germany, Tel. 0 89/4 27 17 60, www.buff.eu
Price: 42.95 euros (in the “Aldor” decor shown)
Sizes: S / M, L / XL
Material: Polyester
Country of Manufacture: Spain
Plus: Well proportioned; beautifully crafted nose and chin area, hugs nicely, provides excellent protection against drafts; wears thin, comfortable microfleece; Ventilation great, breathing air does not build up; good collar fit and comfortable additional padding under the helmet chinstrap; great protection through wind stopper membrane; easy to accommodate thanks to compact storage space
Minus: Flutters slightly from 80 km / h; somewhat poor insulation for cold days
Conclusion: First choice for open face helmet wearers! The Buff Bandana Windproof mask with an air-permeable neckline on the nose offers the best face protection with the highest level of comfort. Great.
MOTORRAD verdict: good
Buff Windproof
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Buff Windproof.
Providers: Buff Germany, Tel. 0 89/4 27 17 60, www.buff.eu
Price: 35.95 euros (in the “Gradient” decor shown)
Sizes: University
Material: polyester
Country of Manufacture: Spain
Plus: Supple cloth, close-fitting, very elastic, therefore an almost perfect fit; Breathing through a cloth is possible; long tube, can also be worn comfortably over the nose if necessary; very efficient protection in the neck area through wind stopper membrane, pleasant, skin-friendly microfleece; fine workmanship, high-quality equipment; extremely versatile and easy to use
Minus: Somewhat voluminous (like a pair of ski socks); a little too warm for summer heat
Conclusion: The rather expensive, but excellently cut and processed Buff Windproof tubular cloth is worth every penny. It really suits almost every occasion and every type of driver.
MOTORRAD verdict: very good
Buse neck warmer windproof
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Buse neck warmer windproof.
Providers: Heino Buse MX Import, Tel. 0 24 71/1 26 90, www.buese.com
Price: 24.95 euros
Sizes: S / M, L / XL
Material: Polyester, polyurethane
Country of Manufacture: Pakistan
Plus: Warmth good, cozy fleece lining; proper coverage of the chest and shoulder area, lies flat under the jacket and does not slip so easily even with dynamic movements; Seams neatly processed, equipped with windproof material
Minus: Cut too wide at the top, fit too loose in the face, unpleasant drafts can arise when driving, depending on the shape of the head; clearly noticeable tendency to flutter from 80 km / h; only mediocre pack size
Conclusion: The Buse neck warmer is primarily intended as additional weather protection for touring suits that are not sufficiently windproof in the chest and neck area. Orderly.
MOTORRAD verdict: satisfactory
Dane Kolding
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Dane Kolding.
Providers: Motoport, Tel. 0 44 56/89 95 71 00, www.motoport.de
Price: 29.95 euros
Sizes: S, M, L
Material: Polyester, polyurethane
Country of Manufacture: Vietnam
Plus: Remains in place even at higher speeds of over 130 km / h, no tendency to flutter; solid and neatly processed; warms the neck well, fluffy fleece; good fit and proper coverage in the neck area
Minus: Strong bulging, annoying seam edge on the face, shifts even with slight head movements, nose is then exposed unprotected; Getting in and putting on neatly under the jacket is a bit difficult; oversized for summer weather
Conclusion: Danes Ruff Kolding could appeal to touring riders who like to drive long distances in one go or on the motorway. It is too impractical for everyday life and short trips.
MOTORRAD verdict: satisfactory
Difi multituch
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Difi multituch.
Providers: Motoport, Tel. 0 44 56/89 95 71 00, www.motoport.de
Price: 14.95 euros
Sizes: University
Material: Polyester
Country of Manufacture: China
Plus: Ultra-compact storage space, hardly more voluminous than a cleaning cloth for glasses; very elastic, fits tightly, does not bulky; thin fabric lets air through almost unhindered and dries quickly; good insect repellent for the neck and face on summer trips
Minus: Slightly ticklish, synthetic feeling on the skin in heat; At temperatures below 15 C °, insufficient heat output on longer overland tours, hardly any protection from the wind, overall limited range of uses; simple equipment
Conclusion: Classic, handy hose cloth. The quality of the Difi multi-cloth is not particularly convincing. As a light, uncomplicated part for the summer okay.
MOTORRAD verdict: satisfactory
H.A.D. Merino Black
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H.A.D. Merino Black.
Providers: Pro Feet Functional Wear, Tel. 0 61 84/20 58 60, www.had-originals.com
Price: 19.95 euros
Sizes: University
Material: Merino wool
Country of Manufacture: Germany
Plus: Fits tightly, but in no way constricts; Woolen material warms well when riding below 15 ° C, but not sweaty when touring around 25 ° C; lets breathing air through unhindered, visor or glasses do not fog up; very easy to use, put on and take off with one hand movement; rolled up barely larger than a pack of handkerchiefs; well processed
Minus: Depending on the chin and nose area and with narrow necks, it sits a little loosely and can sometimes slip when moving; low wind protection
Conclusion: The clever multi-cloth Merino Black H.A.D. from German production scores with warming wool and a great price. Small, compact, sleek – the part for every day!
MOTORRAD verdict: good
Held summer neck warmer 9056
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Held summer neck warmer 9056.
Providers: Held, Tel. 0 83 21/6 64 60, www.held.de
Prices: 7.95 / 9.95 euros (plain / decor)
Sizes: S, L
Material: Polyester
Country of Manufacture: China
Plus: Effectively protects against insects; Neck and face are comfortably covered; can be rolled up very small and easily stowed in almost any jacket or trouser pocket; very elastic, therefore adaptable; extremely thin fabric, dries quickly; Good fit
Minus: Simply fitted, the cloth feels synthetic on the skin; barely warms enough on tours in spring and autumn, lets airflow through completely; too little multifunctional
Conclusion: Small, but not exactly great, rather standard goods. But that hero Multifunctional neckerchief is comparatively inexpensive. Good for the summer or as a supplement. Fits.
MOTORRAD verdict: satisfactory
Probiker neck and face protection
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Probiker neck and face protection .
Providers: Detlev Louis, Tel. 0 40/73 41 93 60, www.louis.de
Price: 14.99 euros
Sizes: S / M, L / XL
Material: Polyester, polyamide
Country of Manufacture: China
Plus: Wide, well-fitting bib, absolutely windproof; draft-free transition between jacket and helmet; practically through perforated mouth area; Membrane equipment
Minus: Fleece fabric with a felted feel; very narrow entry, difficult for people who wear glasses; quickly sweaty wearing comfort at temperatures above 20 ° C, hardly suitable for summer; Pack size moderate; does not sit particularly well in the neck area, wrinkles, nose is exposed and is not protected
Conclusion: The somewhat impractical and unsuitable for everyday use neck and face protection from Probiker rather protects the neck and chest. Still okay for tours in the transition period.
MOTORRAD verdict: satisfactory
Restless neck warmer Classic
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Restless neck warmer Classic.
Providers: Restless, Tel. 0 89/7 60 87 03, www.restless.de
Price: 24.95 euros
Sizes: XS to XXL
Material: Polyester, polyamide
Country of Manufacture: Czech Republic
Plus: Fine workmanship; pleasantly fluffy fleece; windproof and warming; is well suited as extra insulation for a wide jacket collar; available in many sizes
Minus: Overall coverage modest, face is completely exposed, chest area is rather small; Depending on the shape of the head, drafts can cool the chin area down relatively quickly; very cumbersome to put on, difficult to close Velcro when the jacket is on; not suitable for summer; difficult to stow
Conclusion: The Restless Neck Warmer Classic has been around for years. Proven, but the concept is getting on in years – too bulky and inefficient to convince as an all-rounder.
MOTORRAD judgment: sufficient
Restless Face Mask Extreme
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Restless Face Mask Extreme.
Providers: Restless, Tel. 0 89/7 60 87 03, www.restless.de
Price: 29.90 euros
Sizes: S to XL
Material: Polyester, polyamide
Country of Manufacture: Czech Republic
Plus: Good wind protection, decent insulation; Neoprene offers very good protection when riding in the rain; pleasantly permeable fabric in the nasal area; neatly processed; available in many sizes
Minus: Mask slips while driving; Metal clip presses uncomfortably on the nose, poor wearing comfort, especially on longer trips; In cooler weather, glasses wearers quickly fog up their glasses; awkward to put on; Cut too short in the neck area, overall inadequate coverage
Conclusion: The Face Mask Extreme from Restless is certainly a good choice for convinced open face helmet wearers who want to go out in bad weather. However, the wearing comfort is poor.
MOTORRAD verdict: satisfactory
Reusch neck warmer 1.0
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Reusch neck warmer 1.0.
Providers: Polo motorcycle and sportswear, Tel. 0 21 65/8 44 04 00, www.polo-motorrad.de
Price: 24.99 euros
Sizes: University
Material: Polyester, thermoplastic polyurethane
Country of Manufacture: China
Plus: Chest area covered over a large area, optimally protects against cooling down at low temperatures below 10 ° C; high quality equipment with windproof membrane; neatly processed, detachable restraint straps
Minus: Face protection mediocre; awkward to put on, bulges heavily and shifts quickly; too warm for summer; bulky to stow
Conclusion: Windproof part for long-distance drivers who are drawn to northern bad weather areas. In everyday life, however, the awkward handling of the Reusch neck warmer is annoying.
MOTORRAD verdict: good
Thermoboy fleece multifunctional cloth 1.0
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Thermoboy fleece multifunctional cloth 1.0.
Providers: Polo motorcycle and sportswear, Tel. 0 21 65/8 44 04 00, www.polo-motorrad.de
Price: 19.99 euros
Sizes: University
Material: polyester
Country of Manufacture: Vietnam
Plus: Upper part made of elastic and very breathable material, fits tightly, does not slip even over 100 km / h; very acceptable neck and face protection, protects well against flight of insects
Minus: The lower part made of fleece is thick, sits rather unbalanced; too warm for summer, at temperatures below 15 ° C the wind-permeable material does not warm enough; narrow entry; cheap impression
Conclusion: Thermoboys Fleece Multifunctional Cloth 1.0 is suitable for both summer and winter. The bottom line is that the hose, which is too simple and half-baked, does not really succeed in this.
MOTORRAD verdict: satisfactory
Vanucci Windmaster Sympatex
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Vanucci Windmaster Sympatex.
Providers: Detlev Louis, Tel. 0 40/73 41 93 60, www.louis.de
Price: 24.99 euros
Sizes: University
Material: polyester
Country of Manufacture: China
Plus: Successful ergonomic cut, adapts to movements very well when driving; tight elastic band secures neatly; very good neck and collar fit, optimally protects against cooling in this area; Chest area covered over a large area, well suited when wearing airy jackets; Cleanly processed, good equipment with a windproof membrane
Minus: Disturbing seam bulge, pressure a little after a long period of wear; quite large pack size; narrow entry; only mediocre face protection
Conclusion: the Vanucci Windmaster Sympatex with great workmanship and equipment at a fair price is a tip for touring riders who sometimes head for cooler zones. Protects in an exemplary manner.
MOTORRAD verdict: good
MOTORCYCLE final scoring
total | MOTORRAD verdict | price in euro | |
maximum number of points | 100 | ||
Buff Windproof | 86 | very good | 35.95 |
Buff Bandana Windproof | 78 | Good | 42.95 |
H.A.D. Merino Black | 76 | Good | 19.95 |
Vanucci Windmaster Sympatex | 75 | Good | 24.99 |
Reusch neck warmer 1.0 | 70 | Good | 24.99 |
Buse neck warmer windproof | 67 | satisfying | 24.95 |
Difi multituch | 65 | satisfying | 14.95 |
Held summer neck warmer 9056 | 65 | satisfying | 7.95 |
Probiker neck and face protection | 64 | satisfying | 14.99 |
Dane Kolding | 61 | satisfying | 29.95 |
Restless Face Mask Extreme | 61 | satisfying | 29.90 |
Thermoboy fleece multifunk. | 60 | satisfying | 19.99 |
Restless neck warmer Classic | 54 | sufficient | 29.90 |
* 100 to 85 points = very good; 84-70 points = good; 69 to 55 points = satisfactory; 54 to 40 points = sufficient; 39 to 0 points = unsatisfactory
The search for the best super talent is mean. After all, face protection with thick fleece can score points in winter, but in midsummer you get sweaty hell on your neck. If you are clever, you can combine an airy scarf (e.g. Difi, Held) with a fat frill (e.g. Vanucci, Reusch) and thus get very good all-round protection. But you have to buy two parts and sometimes take them with you on tour. At most a satisfactory solution. Real all-rounders like those from Buff and H.A.D. on the other hand, they can be stowed compactly, offer good weather protection, air conditioning in the heat and are also extremely comfortable to carry. This actual multi-function deserves good to very good ratings. Unfortunately, the rather bulky parts of Restless show that expensive is not always good.
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In the spring, the 13 ruffs, masks and multi-scarfs went on a trip to the south of France and were compared with each other there. They should also continue to prove their worth throughout the rest of the season. The first checkpoint: the equipment. How extensively are the products equipped with special materials such as windbreaking membranes and fixations, ventilation, etc.? Is the equipment also useful in driving practice? The processing and quality of the fabrics are also crucial. Some textiles form knotted fluff, also known as pilling, after a short period of wear. That is unattractive and doesn’t exactly show the durability of the product, which as a frequent driver you sometimes use almost every day. Also bad: if the protector quickly loses its shape.
A permanently good fit has a decisive influence on comfort. If it rubs and squeezes somewhere, it is particularly annoying on very sensitive neck and face areas. Successful proportions, i.e. a very close-fitting cut, are a prerequisite for a good fit. The fit was checked by various testers with selected different neck and head shapes. If a part only sits moderately, this also has a direct impact on weather protection and air conditioning. Because what you definitely don’t need is when the airstream whistles past the cloth. Or if you can hardly breathe through a material that is too tight and dense without ventilation holes. There were extra points for light rain gear (impregnation). Also important: the handling. Is it easy to put on and take off, and how compactly can the textile part be stowed? The overall grade resulted from all test criteria.
Every season has its requirements
What is the usual season for a motorcyclist like? In the spring, with the sunshine stimulating the first few trips, it can get cold on the moped in the morning and evening hours. During country road tours, the so-called wind chill effect quickly cools the neck down to zero degrees. Windproof membranes and slightly warming material such as fleece or wool are then an advantage. In the summer with increased insect flight, multi-cloths protect the neck and face from impacts by flying cattle and in the worst case even from bites. The textile should, however, allow proper ventilation. If you as a driver feel sweaty and cramped, this has a negative effect on concentration while driving and thus also on active safety.
In autumn, the driver often gets into rain showers. Depending on the material, frills, bibs and towels warm a lot even when it is wet. In this way you avoid sore throats and colds, which you sometimes like to catch on a motorcycle ride that is just a few kilometers away. The carotid artery and the jugular vein run just below the surface of the skin on the neck. Similar to an oil cooler on a motorcycle, an extremely large amount of heat is dissipated there by the wind. For the few intrepid winter riders, fluffy thermal frills are recommended. However, in view of our all-rounder comparison presented here, these would probably be considered unsuitable.
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