The LS2 Advant X (FF901) is a modular motorcycle helmet with a chin bar that rotates a full 180 degrees to rest behind the head, so the same helmet can be ridden as either a full face or an open face. The shell is high performance fiberglass composite (HPFC) and the helmet weighs 1600 g plus or minus 50 g. It is certified to ECE 22.06, ECE P and J (dual open and full face homologation), and DOT FMVSS 218. Sizes run XS through 3XL across two shell sizes, and every helmet ships with a Pinlock 120XLT MaxVision insert, a dark smoke shield, and a carrying bag.
What this helmet is built for
The Advant X is aimed at riders who want one helmet for mixed use: closed up on the highway, opened up in traffic, at fuel stops, or on slow city miles. Because it carries both the ECE P (protective chin bar) and J (open face) ratings, it is legal to ride in either position rather than only for stopping. The tradeoff for that versatility is weight and cost: at roughly 3 lb 8 oz it is heavier than a comparable full face, and the rotating mechanism adds parts that a fixed-chin helmet does not have.
Key features
180-degree rotating chin bar, certified for use in both positions
High performance fiberglass composite (HPFC) shell, two shell sizes
Multi-density EPS with internal ventilation channels
Quick-release main shield with scratch-resistant and UV-resistant coatings
Hidden internal drop-down sunshield with easy-remove mechanism
Pinlock 120XLT MaxVision anti-fog insert included
Adjustable chin and top intake vents with rear exhaust ports
Laser-cut comfort liner: breathable, hypoallergenic, removable, washable
Micrometric metal buckle with reinforced chin strap
Emergency cheek pad release system for first responders
Reflective safety patch and chin curtain
Certification and construction
Advant X shell and safety specifications
Safety standards
ECE 22.06 and DOT FMVSS 218. ECE P and J certified as both an open face and a full face helmet.
Shell material
High Performance Fiberglass Composite (HPFC)
Weight
1600 g plus or minus 50 g (approximately 3 lb 8 oz)
Shell sizes
2 shells: XS to L, and XL to 3XL
EPS sizes
5 EPS: XS, S, M, L, XL to 3XL
Liner sizes
7 liners: XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL
Cheek pads
3 sizes: XS to XL, 2XL, 3XL. Available in slim or standard thickness.
Comfort, shield, security, and ventilation
Comfort
Extra-comfort laser-cut foam liner
Removable and washable
Breathable and hypoallergenic
Chin curtain
Shield system
Quick-release main shield
Scratch-resistant and UV-resistant
Pinlock 120XLT MaxVision insert included
Internal sunshield with hidden sliding button and easy-remove mechanism
Security
Micrometric metal buckle
Reinforced chin strap
Emergency release system
Multi-density EPS
Reflective safety patch
Ventilation
Chin vent and top intake vents
Rear exhaust ports
Channeled EPS to move air across the head
What is in the box
Helmet
Carrying bag
Dark smoke shield
Pinlock 120XLT MaxVision insert
How to measure for helmet fit
Measuring your head is the right place to start, but it is only a guideline. Different head shapes can require a slightly smaller or larger helmet in any given model, so trying on the specific model is always recommended. A helmet should be as snug as possible without being tight enough to cause a headache. Being fitted in person by a professional is the most reliable method.
Measure the circumference of your head with a tape measure, or with a length of string that you then line up against a ruler.
Start above the ear and circle all the way around, resting the tape about a half inch above the eyebrows and across the fullest part of the back of the head.
Measure several times so you do not end up with a reading that is too small or too large.
Compare your measurement to the size chart. If you fall between two sizes, take the larger size.
Replacement parts and accessories
The following Advant X components are sold separately. Note that some parts are shared with the Advant X Carbon but do not fit the standard Advant (FF906).
Advant X replacement part numbers and available options
Component
Part number
Options
Cheek pads
04-471
XS to XL in black standard, black slim version 1, and black slim version 2 (shorter tabs)
Liners
04-461
XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL
Baseplates
05-050
Black. Fits Advant X and Advant X Carbon.
Outer shields
04-428
Clear, dark smoke, photochromic, and dark electron iridium in silver, gold, red, blue, green, and black gold
Pinlock inserts
04-478
Pinlock 120 XLT MaxVision insert
Inner drop-down sunshields
04-468
Amber, clear, and dark smoke in version 1 and version 2. Fits Advant, Advant II, Advant X, and Advant X Carbon.
Common questions
Can the Advant X be ridden with the chin bar rotated back?
Yes. It carries ECE P certification as a full face and ECE J certification as an open face, which means it is homologated for riding in either position rather than only for stopping.
Does the Advant X come with a Pinlock insert?
Yes. A Pinlock 120XLT MaxVision anti-fog insert is included in the box, along with a dark smoke shield and a carrying bag.
Does it have an internal sun visor?
Yes. A drop-down sunshield is built into the shell and operates from a hidden sliding button. It can be removed without tools using the easy-remove mechanism.
How much does the Advant X weigh?
1600 g plus or minus 50 g, roughly 3 lb 8 oz. That is heavier than a typical fiberglass full face, which is the usual tradeoff for a modular chin bar mechanism.
What size shell will I get?
The Advant X uses two shells. Sizes XS through L share one shell, and XL through 3XL share the other, with five EPS densities and seven liner sizes spread across the range to keep proportions correct.
Can I change the fit without changing helmet size?
To a degree. Cheek pads are available in slim and standard thickness in three size groups, and the liner is sold separately in seven sizes, so the interior can be adjusted within a shell size.
Do Advant X parts fit the standard Advant?
Shields and Pinlock inserts do not. Advant X shields and inserts do not fit the Advant FF906, and Advant KPA shields do not fit the Advant X or Advant X Carbon. The inner drop-down sunshield is the exception and fits Advant, Advant II, Advant X, and Advant X Carbon.
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