The LS2 lineup we stock

LS2's range is wide. Here's the short version of what each model is actually for, and the RRP so you know where it sits before the discount lands.

FF353 Rapid II (RRP $139.99)

The entry-point full-face. Kinetic polymer alloy shell, three shell sizes, drop-down sun visor, removable washable liner. ECE 22.06 certified. Pinlock-ready visor. At this price it's the lid we hand to a new rider or a parent buying for a learner. Light, simple, honest, safe.

FF820 Rapid III (RRP $149.99 solid, $169.99 graphics)

The update to the FF353 platform. Same price bracket, same ECE 22.06 certification, revised shell geometry and a quieter chin vent. If you're deciding between Rapid II and Rapid III, III is the newer build.

OF616 Airflow II (RRP $109.99)

Open-face for cruiser riders and scooter commuters. Internal sun visor. ECE 22.06. Cheapest lid in the LS2 road range and the least amount of face protection. Know what you're buying: open-face means no chin bar.

OF599 Spitfire II (RRP $149.99)

Open-face with a retro three-quarter shape. Fibreglass composite shell, removable bubble visor, drop-down sun shield. For riders who want the classic look on a Bonneville, a Sportster or a cafe racer.

FF800 Storm II (RRP $269.99–$289.99)

Mid-tier sport-touring full-face. Fibreglass composite shell in three sizes, Pinlock Max Vision ready, top and chin vents that actually flow air, drop-down sun visor. Bluetooth-intercom channel pre-cut for LS2's Linkin RidePal or the Spectrum by Midland. The daily-driver lid for a commuter who rides 300km a week.

FF808 Stream II (RRP $199.99–$219.99)

Sits between the Rapid and the Storm. Thermoplastic shell, wide eye-port, Pinlock-ready, big mouth vent. Good in summer. Good value if the Storm is over budget and the Rapid isn't quite enough lid.

FF811 Vector II (RRP $419.99, Carbon from $699.99)

The sport-tourer step up. Composite shell in four sizes (tighter shell-to-head ratio), Pinlock 120 Max Vision, aero-tuned spoiler, emergency release cheek pads. Carbon version knocks roughly 200g off the weight. If you tour long days and want less wind noise at 110km/h, this is where LS2 gets serious.

FF900 Valiant II / FF399 Valiant (RRP $469.99)

Modular (flip-up). Chin bar rotates fully back over the shell and locks, so you can ride with it up at lights or at petrol stops legally in P/J configuration. Integrated sun visor, Pinlock ready. For adventure riders, tourers, and anyone with glasses.

FF906 Advant / FF901 Advant X (RRP $599.99 / $739.99)

The high-end modular. Advant X is the carbon-composite version, lighter, quieter, pricier. Both lock full-face (P/J dual-homologated), both run integrated Bluetooth channels for Cardo and SCS intercoms. If you're touring across the Snowies in winter, this is the lid.

FF805 Thunder Carbon (RRP $749.99, GP Pro FIM from $999.99)

Track-focused full-face. Carbon composite shell, FIM Homologation on the GP Pro variant, removable spoiler, emergency release cheeks, race-cut visor. The only LS2 you'd take to Phillip Island or The Bend. Hot at commuter speeds. Brilliant north of 200km/h.

FF807 Dragon Carbon (RRP $799.99)

Carbon-composite sport-touring. Sits below the Thunder on the track but above the Vector II on the road. Light, quiet, stiff. For fast road riders who want Carbon weight without going full race.

MX708 Fast II / MX706 COZ / MX701 Explorer (RRP $129.99–$699.99)

Off-road and adventure. MX708 for motocross. MX706 COZ for trail and lightweight enduro. MX701 Explorer is the adventure lid, full peak plus internal sun visor plus Pinlock-ready clear visor. The Explorer Carbon at $699.99 is the one you want for Cape York or the Simpson.

FF812 KID (RRP $139.99–$159.99)

Kids' full-face in XS/S sizes. ECE 22.06 just like the adult lids. Pinlock-ready. For pillion kids and junior riders on LAMS-capable 50s and 125s.

Safety, certification and what the numbers actually mean

Our family started Shark Leathers after Matthew crashed in 2007, at 19, and was left a quadriplegic. Nearly twenty years on, every helmet we stock gets judged the same way. So here's the plain-English version of why LS2's safety spec matters.

ECE 22.06 is the current European helmet standard, mandatory on new LS2 lids since 2023. It replaces ECE 22.05. The 22.06 protocol adds rotational impact testing (the kind of angled hit that actually causes brain injury in crashes), tests across multiple impact points instead of the old fixed zones, and includes low-velocity impact testing that the old standard skipped. Every LS2 helmet on this page is ECE 22.06 certified. The label is inside the chin strap.

Pinlock-ready means the visor has the pin inserts for a Pinlock anti-fog lens. All modern LS2 full-faces ship Pinlock-ready. The lens itself is sold separately for most models (Pinlock 70 for MX/adventure, Pinlock 120 Max Vision for road). Aussie winter commuters should not ride without one. Fogged visor at 80km/h on the M1 is how close calls become crashes.

Intercom channels are pre-cut on the Storm II, Vector II, Advant, Advant X, Challenger II and Thunder Carbon for mainstream Bluetooth units. LS2 sells its own Linkin RidePal 3 (Sena-built) and the Spectrum (Midland-built) that drop straight in. Cardo and SCS fit the same recesses. Check the product page for the specific unit before ordering.

Emergency release cheek pads appear on the mid and high-tier lids (Vector II, Advant, Advant X, Thunder Carbon). Paramedics pull the red tab, cheek pads release, the helmet comes off without twisting the neck. Worth the spec if you ride fast roads or track.

Why LS2

LS2 is one of the three biggest helmet manufacturers on earth. Barcelona HQ, factories in Spain and China, sponsored MotoGP and WorldSBK teams for over a decade. The brand sits deliberately between the premium Italian and Japanese tier and the budget tier nobody should wear.

Put it this way. An AGV Pista runs $2,000-plus. A top-shelf Bell Race Star runs $1,400-plus. The LS2 FF805 Thunder Carbon GP Pro FIM is under $1,100 and carries the same FIM homologation a MotoGP-spec race lid needs. For commuters, the FF353 Rapid II at $139.99 gives you ECE 22.06, Pinlock-ready visor and a drop-down sun shield. That's value nobody else in the room matches at that price.

LS2 fits an intermediate oval head shape as standard. That covers about 70% of riders. If you normally fit Bell, AGV K-series or similar European lids, you'll fit LS2. Riders with a rounder head (the 30% minority) sometimes find LS2 tight at the temples on a 30-minute commute, comfortable on a 10-minute run. Try before you commit if that's you. We sizing-check locally at Helensvale.

One honest flag. LS2 paint finishes on entry-level models show scratches faster than a $600 lid. Cosmetic, not structural. If paintwork matters, buy matte, or step up to the Vector II and above where the clearcoat is heavier.

How to choose an LS2 lid

Pick the lid for the riding you actually do, not the riding you wish you did. Four use-cases cover almost everyone.

Daily commuter, under 80km each way. FF353 Rapid II, FF820 Rapid III or FF808 Stream II. Full-face, ECE 22.06, Pinlock ready. Skip the carbon, you don't need it at 100km/h freeway speeds. Budget $139.99 to $219.99 RRP.

Sport-tourer, weekend rides, day trips. FF800 Storm II or FF811 Vector II. Quieter shells, better aerodynamics above 110km/h, pre-cut intercom channels for a Linkin RidePal. Budget $269.99 to $449.99 RRP.

Adventure and touring, long multi-day trips. FF906 Advant or FF901 Advant X (modular so you can chat at fuel stops without pulling the lid off), or the MX701 Explorer if you ride more dirt than tar. Budget $429.99 to $749.99 RRP.

Track days and race. FF805 Thunder Carbon or the FF805 GP Pro FIM. Nothing else in the LS2 range is cut for track use. If you're not homologated FIM, don't line up at a race day. Budget $749.99 to $1,099.99 RRP.

Open-face lids (OF616 Airflow II, OF599 Spitfire II) are a separate category. Choose them only if the riding style demands it (cruiser, scooter, cafe racer). You trade face and chin protection for style and airflow. Know the trade.

Frequently asked questions

Is LS2 a good helmet brand?

Yes. LS2 is one of the world's three largest helmet manufacturers, building since 1990 out of Barcelona. Every road helmet we stock is ECE 22.06 certified, which is the current strictest European standard. They sponsor MotoGP and WorldSBK teams and hold FIM homologation on the Thunder GP Pro. What LS2 is not is a premium-paint, premium-lining brand. Buy LS2 for protection per dollar, not for show-room polish.

What size LS2 helmet do I need?

Measure your head in centimetres around the widest part, just above your eyebrows and ears. LS2's sizing runs XS (53-54cm), S (55-56cm), M (57-58cm), L (59-60cm), XL (61-62cm), 2XL (63-64cm). Try the lid on for 10 minutes before you ride in it. A correctly fitted helmet feels snug at first, loosens 5-10% after 20 hours of wear. If it spins easily when you shake your head, it's too big.

Are LS2 helmets ADR approved in Australia?

Every LS2 road helmet we sell is ECE 22.06 certified, which is legal in every Australian state and territory. The old AS/NZS 1698 sticker is no longer required since the ECE standard was accepted nationally. You're compliant on-road nationwide with any LS2 on this page.

What's the difference between LS2 FF353 Rapid II and FF820 Rapid III?

Same price bracket, same ECE 22.06 rating, same Pinlock-ready visor. The III has a revised shell geometry for better aerodynamics, a quieter chin vent, and slightly updated internal padding. If you're buying new in 2026, pick the Rapid III. The Rapid II is still a solid helmet if the colour you want is only available in that model.

Can I fit a Bluetooth intercom to an LS2 helmet?

Yes on the Storm II, Vector II, Advant, Advant X, Challenger II, Thunder and Dragon Carbon models, which ship with pre-cut speaker recesses and cable channels. LS2's own Linkin RidePal 3 (Sena-built) and Spectrum (Midland-built) drop in without modification. Cardo and SCS fit the same recesses. The entry-level Rapid II and OF616 will take a universal stick-on unit but the install is messier.

How long does an LS2 helmet last?

Five years from the date of first use, three from the manufacture date if it's sat in a box. The EPS liner compresses slowly over time, and UV plus sweat degrade the inner padding. Any crash impact ends the helmet's life even if the outside looks fine. The damage is in the foam liner you can't see. Replace after any drop above walking pace.