This LS2 X-Force review examines a carbon off-road helmet with an adjustable peak, emergency-release pads and channelled EPS ventilation. Goggle compatibility, secure double-D fastening and the fit of the internal shape matter alongside the shell specification.
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Key features of LS2 X-Force
Sportsbikeshop lists the following details for the checked version:
- Lightweight carbon-fibre shell construction
- Three shell sizes for optimal external size
- Adjustable and retractable peak
- Removable and washable, breathable, hypoallergenic interior
- Double-D ring reinforced chin strap
- Emergency release system
Protection and construction
The listed approval is ECE 22.06. Check the exact helmet label and specification for the version you are buying, particularly if you need it for a track event.
Fit and adjustment
The chin-strap fastening is Double-D. Make sure you are comfortable operating that fastening and adjusting it securely before choosing the helmet.
Comfort and everyday use
The interior is removable for cleaning. Follow the manufacturer’s care instructions and refit the pads in their original positions.
Fit and the exact version
Try the helmet on before committing to a size: check even contact around the head and secure retention with the strap fastened. Shell specifications do not establish whether its internal shape suits you. If you use glasses or an intercom, check their fit with this exact helmet and the relevant fitting instructions.
Versions and options
The checked listing links to these options: Victory Titanium / Orange, Phantom Blue / White, Phantom White / Blue / Red, Phantom Matt Orange / Red, Galuo Orange, Galuo White / Red / Blue, Solid Carbon. Check the selected version and available sizes before ordering; the linked price may apply to a particular option.
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