LS2 Vector II motorcycle helmet review - Sportsbikeshop

[@The-Splat]

That’s a helluva good spec for a £180 helmet with the new 22.06 certification. Also, Tony, your video reviews go from strength to strength 👍

[@gemmacolneycolney2515]

How is the wind noise

[@josephxanthopoulos]

Cardo SpiritHD is fine for me on this helmet. The neck pillow is not very stable after wiring , but i can live with that :) The helmet is very good , great visor and sunvisor , quiet , and has very good look , but its heavy for my neck. Next time I go for an ARAI. :)

[@Buffington916]

If you think this is heavy, you would've hated helmets 10 years ago.

[@josephxanthopoulos]

@@Buffington916 I remember AGV and MDS before 30-35 years........ but I say its heavier than 22.05 helmets. sorry. :) Honestly Vector 2 is a very good helmet and after a year is still my favorite for my head .

[@dereksennett1764]

This or the AGV K3 ? I like that this is fibreglass although it does seem to be heavier than the plastic K3

[@sportsbikeshop]

If you're able to check the fit beforehand then I would try both before making your decision. The Vector 2 felt a bit more enclosing than the K3 when I wore it, but that could be a good thing or a bad thing depending on your preference. If you go on customer ratings, the K3 scores higher than the Vector 2. Cheers, Tony

[@mickleblade]

If the venting is a bit poor it doesn't bode well for 35C rides on the continent, is it really that underwhelming?

[@jamesg3685]

Nice review! i like this helmet in white but rpha 70 in white is also a looker... damn, what to buy

[@zimot]

is this helmet better than Lazer Rafale Evo SR in terms of protection and safety? I wonder which one I should choose

[@sportsbikeshop]

I have no experience of the Lazer helmet and can't find much reference to it online, but it appears to have been introduced in 2019 or 2020, which means it's likely to be approved to the ECE 22.05 standard. As the Vector II is approved to the newer ECE 22.06 safety standard I'd have more confidence in that. That's not to say a 22.05 helmet is poor - some older models are passing the new standard after what seem like minor modifications - but the new standard sets a higher benchmark. I hope that helps. Cheers, Tony

[@donna.p]

I went to purchase this from the website but the spec listed states 3 size shells so now I don’t know whether to get it or not? I wear extra small so a smaller shell would have been great…

[@CosmicSeeker69]

you'll be fine Donna = good luck

[@sportsbikeshop]

Hi Donna. That's a mistake at our end, which I've asked to be corrected. This helmet has six shells and the one for XS is only shared with S so, as Graham says, you'll be fine. Apologies for the delay. I've been away for a week. Cheers, Tony

[@donna.p]

@@sportsbikeshop that’s great thanks for your help.

[@feinchan]

XXXL is priced £240 in my country, at first I just bought it immediately since its the only size that fits my freaking head, its comfortable af in my long rides I didn't even know those vents on the chin exists lmfao

[@vyronkontoudis7520]

I want to ask if this helmet its o noise helmets or not...thank you.

[@sportsbikeshop]

I didn't find it noisy when I wore it, but noise always changes with the circumstances. Three customers have mentioned noise in their reviews of the LS2 Vector - two are positive about it and one considers it a bit noisy. Hope that helps. Cheers, Tony

[@amitjmu1]

Which is better Ls2 vector 2 or Ls2 storm 2. Interms of long road tour safety

[@sportsbikeshop]

I've not tried a Storm 2, but I would expect the Vector 2 to be the better of the two helmets based on the relative specifications. Cheers, Tony

[@dmzsniper]

Would you suggest this over the LS2 Challenger and the Scorpion 1400? Thanks

[@sportsbikeshop]

I don't have any personal experience of the Challenger, but it has been popular with customers and is a higher spec than the Vector II (it's 22.05-rated rather than 22.06, though). The Scorpion Exo-1400 Air Carbon is very well liked by customers, but the fit is different to the Vector II. I would suggest trying both and going for the one that best suits your head shape. Cheers, Tony

[@gnrtiago]

On the issue of internal noise, is this much less noisy than the Vector 1?

[@sportsbikeshop]

Apologies, but I never wore a Vector 1 so I have no comparison. Apologies for the delayed reply. Cheers, Tony

[@rokibalboa5960]

Currently in a dilemma...If you had to compare ls2 vector 2 vs agv K3/K5, which one would you choose and why?

[@sportsbikeshop]

I've not used a K5, but our review of the K3 is nearly finished. This LS2 stacks up very well against it. The LS2 is a bit heavier, and the visor is a bit fiddlier. I'd expect it to be a bit quieter, though I've not back-to-backed the two so that's pure guesswork. The LS2 suits my head shape slightly better so I'd probably choose that, but if it was the other way around I'd happily run the K3 instead - they really are very closely matched. I hope that helps you. Cheers, Tony

[@Erelyes]

My last LS2 (An FF323 Arrow) leaked around the visor and meant watery eyes. Put me off LS2 a bit. Is that a problem you've seen in helmets before and have you noticed any issues with these LS2s?

[@sportsbikeshop]

We do see that problem in helmets, but it's not particularly common and LS2 don't stand out as having frequent leak issues (in fact, no brand stands out for us as having frequent issues with ineffective visor seals). Cheers, Tony

[@Erelyes]

@@sportsbikeshop Thank you Tony, appreciate it! Love your videos.

[@AbbyNormal-h4h]

Hello, whould you recommend this one or HJC I71?

[@sportsbikeshop]

It entirely depends on what you want from a helmet and how well it fits you. The LS2 has a simpler chin strap and it's a bit easier to fit an off-the-shelf intercom. The i71 has a D-ring strap that many riders prefer, and the venting is superior in my opinion. Comms integration is very good on the i71, if you're happy to spend on the official unit. Then there's the fit, which is always the key thing in my opinion as the best helmet in the world will be unpleasant to wear if it doesn't suit your head. Cheers, Tony

[@AbbyNormal-h4h]

@@sportsbikeshop I am buying for e scooter with 60km/h max speed so ventilation and weight is my top priority :)

[@liwciatv2787]

Hi Tony, nice rev. Question to you or anyone who own this helmet, what about : 1. noise above 80/100 km/h ? 2. what about areodynamic with speeds above 180/200 km/h ?

[@sportsbikeshop]

Hi, thanks. I didn't suffer any issues with noise at those speeds, but it may be different in your circumstances (and you might have a different idea to me of what is noisy). I'll have to defer to others on the second part as I didn't exceed those speeds while wearing this helmet. Cheers, Tony

[@waterfordMARTIN]

I was about to get challenger one but tried this one in shop and i really like it(did not buy yet), buy challenger is famous for not really good noise isolation..how about this one? Is it loud or not really when riding?

[@sportsbikeshop]

I haven't found it particularly noisy, but these things always depend on so much more than the helmet itself so I can't say what it would be like for you on your bike, sorry. Thanks for getting in touch. Cheers, Tony

[@waterfordMARTIN]

Will answer mine question..yes this helmet is a bit noisy too..i mean wind noise. But..has perfect inside air flow too so fantastic for warm days!

[@liwciatv2787]

​@@waterfordMARTIN hi do you still have this helmet ? What bike do you ride ?

[@waterfordMARTIN]

@@liwciatv2787 hi..i still have it and riding yamaha xj6 naked

[@liwciatv2787]

@@waterfordMARTIN could you say something more about aerodynamic, speeds like >150 km/h ? Also noise...any strange helmet sounds or only wind ?

[@fearhand12]

Your reviews are great. Bought my Evo ES because of your review. Do you ride regularly in any LS2 lids? I almost bought the 180flip from them but ended up with the Evo ES. Kinda want a full face now. Would you happily ride in this daily for years or would you pony up for something like a Shoei RF SR.

[@sportsbikeshop]

I wore an LS2 Valiant for about 2500 miles in 2018 and did a couple of hundred miles in an Explorer last year. I wouldn't expect an LS2 to last as well as a Shoei if I used it for years. The build quality of Japanese helmets is superior to anything else and the extra money spent will definitely tell, especially over time. LS2 build quality is similar to other helmets for the price. Thanks for getting in touch, and the kind comment about the reviews. Cheers, Tony

[@davem3008]

Hi Tony, would you say this helmet would be suitable on a sportsbike? Swapped from a 790 Duke to a gsxr1000 and now feel I need a slightly taller visor aperture than my current HJC IS-17. Thanks in advance 👍

[@sportsbikeshop]

Hi Dave, I think the visor aperture would be fine. If there is going to be an issue, it will be the depth of the helmet around the jaw. If you're riding in the crouched position then I could see how the shoulders might bump into the rim of the helmet as it does offer extensive coverage in this area. I didn't wear this lid with a sportsbike, so it's only speculation and perhaps someone who's reading this and has worn this lid on one will be able to help further. Cheers, Tony

[@davem3008]

Brilliant, thanks for the speedy reply 👍

[@mic21-11]

I can't find this color anywhere

[@sportsbikeshop]

This is a 2022 colourscheme that has not carried over into 2023. To try and find any remaining stocks retailers may still have, you need to search for 'LS2 Vector 2 - Stylus White / Fluo Pink'. As mentioned in the video, LS2 inexplicably described this white/red/blue design as white/pink. Good luck in the search. Cheers, Tony

[@mic21-11]

Thank you

[@smartbikers4550]

Brother nice review....but why not you remove interior pad. I want to see air Channel...

[@sportsbikeshop]

Have a look at 1:46 to see the air channels in the interior. Cheers, Tony

[@memories5319]

How does it compare to the LS2 Storm?

[@sportsbikeshop]

I've not worn a Storm, but a look at the lids shows the Vector II's main advantages in terms of specification are a fibreglass shell, emergency cheekpads and the 22.06 safety rating. I hope that helps. Cheers, Tony

[@drunkenbread7828]

Is it possible to use the clip on mount for a sena or do you have to glue it in place?

[@sportsbikeshop]

I can't say for sure, but I would expect to need to use the glue mount as the rim is quite broad. Cheers, Tony

[@TheMrRexsmith]

it has a rating of 3.5 out of 5 by a French laboratory which tests the safety of helmets. 3.5 is the maximum obtained by the best headsets.

[@sportsbikeshop]

I'm not aware of these tests in a French lab. Could you send more info please? Cheers, Tony

[@TheMrRexsmith]

@@sportsbikeshop search 'certimoov' . an independent French laboratory financed by mutual insurance companies. les

[@sportsbikeshop]

Thanks. I was unaware of this scheme and it's very interesting. Cheers, Tony

[@BillyHey72]

The switches in the visor mechanism are indeed a waste of time. Curiosity got the better of me and I changed both. It moves the hinges backwards. Problem is then the visor wont close 😂. Easy enough to unset them using a pen.

[@gio4738]

from the video seems cheap plastic to me but for sure i am not an expert of helmets