Sure David, it's all about the cool. Dress commensurate with what you be riding on.

(safety and performance is cool, too)

I always thought a full coverage lid looked silly on Harleys and half helmet looked even sillier on a Aprillia ZX1200 DVR-C7 sport bike.
Retro and bobbers need a 3/4 helmet and goggles !

I usually wear a 3/4 lid, but on long rides and hammering the twisties I wear a full

2005 Model . Two Fast Eddy stickers , a bell and a clock . She's Lola . She tinkles and keeps time . http://s649.photobucket.com/albums/uu211/britbike05/