If you buy through our links, Amazon pays us a small commission at no extra cost to you. It never affects our scores. How we are funded.
If you want an approved open-face for town or a scooter without spending much, these two are among the first you will see. The key difference is the sun visor.
Head to head
| Spec | HJC i40N | LS2 OF616 Airflow II |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 7.9 | 7.5 |
| Safety | 7.2 | 6.8 |
| Comfort | 8.2 | 7.6 |
| Quietness | 7.4 | 7.0 |
| Ventilation | 8.0 | 8.2 |
| Value | 8.8 | 9.0 |
| Weight | 1,250 g | 1,200 g |
| Approval | ECE 22.06 | ECE 22.06 |
| Shell sizes | 2 | 1 |
| Shell material | Polycarbonate | HPTT thermoplastic |
| Internal sun visor | Yes | No |
| Pinlock anti-fog | Ready | — |
| Fastening | Micro-ratchet | Micro-ratchet |
| Sizes | XS to XXL | XS to 3XL |
Highlighted in orange: the winner of each measurable spec. Manufacturer data.
Sun visor: HJC wins
The i40N has an internal sun visor; the Airflow II does not. In town, with low sun morning and evening, you notice it.
Price: LS2 wins
The Airflow II is one of the cheapest approved helmets around. If you only need one for a scooter or a pillion, it does the job.
Weight and shells
- i40N: around 1,250 g, two shell sizes.
- Airflow II: around 1,200 g, one shell size and sizes up to 3XL.
