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LS2 MX701 Explorer

8.3/ 10

A fibre adventure helmet with a sun visor and Pinlock included, three shell sizes and a very reasonable price.

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HPFC composite adventure helmet with three shell sizes, an internal sun visor and a Pinlock Max Vision included. Around 1,550 g according to LS2. ECE 22.06 approved.

Why it stands out

The Explorer is LS2’s adventure helmet: an HPFC composite shell, an internal sun visor and a Pinlock Max Vision included, which is rare at its price.

Key figures

  • ECE 22.06 approved (new versions have “06” in the name).
  • Around 1,550 g according to LS2.
  • Three shell sizes.
  • Emergency pad-release system.

Our verdict

The best value among the adventure helmets we review. When you buy, make sure it is the 22.06 version: older stock is still on sale.

In short

The good and the not so good

Pros

  • HPFC fibre shell
  • Internal sun visor
  • Pinlock Max Vision included
  • Three shell sizes

Cons

  • Noisy at motorway speed, like most adventure helmets
  • The peak catches strong wind
  • Older 22.05 versions exist: check the label
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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Is the LS2 MX701 Explorer road legal in the UK?

Yes. It is ECE 22.06 approved, which UK law accepts.

Does the LS2 MX701 Explorer have a sun visor and Pinlock?

Yes, it has an internal sun visor and the Pinlock insert comes in the box.

How much does the LS2 MX701 Explorer weigh?

Around 1,550 g according to LS2 (the exact weight varies with size). It comes in 3 shell sizes, so it stays well proportioned in small sizes too.

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