LS2 helmets are more of a long oval, which may appear to be "tighter" to those with round heads. I have struggled with my oval head to find a decent fitting helmet, and I can say that the LS2 brand fits better than my HJC or Scorpion helmets. I can't remember off hand the model that I have, but I really like the oval shape which reduces pressure on my forehead.
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Will revive this thread to hopefully help others.
Got the MX 470 Subverter size XS on sale for $200 on sale down from $300. Bought it on line so could only try the fit once it arrived. Dealers are sparse in Australia so had to take a punt. It is the ECE version , lighter than the Snell version sold in some markets Initial feelings : - Finish is ok - Helment is light - Fit is a bit strange . Very tight on the cheeks , loose elesewhere - No filter on the mouth area vents - Minimal soft padding compare to other helmets - Not sure what the inflatable ring is for? - Did not fit the optional "chrome" inserts ..not sure who these were designed to appeal to? After 6 months use feelings are: - Fit is still 'different', very tight on the cheeks, but it's starting to bed in and can't say it is uncomfortable and does not move around. - Taken one tumble where the side of the helmet hit the ground. A fair bit of the impact was transferred. No injury but it was noticeable compared to other helments with more padding. - Wash the liner after every ride and it still looks ok and it holding up - The exterior finish is holding up too - The venting (which is the main reason i bought the helmet) does make a difference - it works! In summary - I would not call this a premium helment but at $200 its good value - If you ride in hot / humid condtions this helmet is definitely worth looking at. The venting makes a difference to rider fatigue! - Make sure you find one to try on before buying as the fit is "different" |
Great review!
The inflatable ring is for setting the helmet on during storage. |
Just to add to my review
I take the visor off after each ride / weekend to wipe mud off helmet / visor The second time I did this the right hand screw would start but only go in a few threads. Seemed the brass (?) insert in the helmet was partly stripped / cross threaded. How a metal insert could have been stripped by a misaligned plastic screw beats me! Anyway, I packed it out with some plastic washers and tightned as far as I could. Wasn't pretty but worked ok. Last ride of the season I took a tumble doing a gnarly climb on some rocky terrain. Banged my head 2 - 3 times rolling downhill. No impact passed on but decided it was best to "retire" the helmet. Have ordered another MX 470. Only downer was the discount price i got the first one for was no longer available - cost another $80 ! :mad: Still not my favourite helmet but at $250 cheaper than the next well vented alternative (Leat 5.5) it was an easy choice |
Thanks for adding your experience and impressions on it.
Still loving mine. I do have to agree the fit is definitely different but nothing that bothers me. As for feeling small impacts more, yeah, I can see it as it has less comfort padding compared to some helmets. However, what matters is what happens when you have a real impact, does it do the job or not? I hope I never have to find out but, if I do, I will post up about it providing I'm still around to do so! |
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