While a certain look may "define" the "Adventure Helmet", there are better options for different types of adventure. This video compares Modular versus Adventure Style versus MX helmets, and will help you determine what the best helmet for YOUR type of riding style. Now these are three excellent helmets to compare, because they're all from LS2, they all pass the same DOT, ECE, and strict in-house LS2 testing standards, and they are all in the budget-realm of motorcycle helmets at about $170. These helmets represent a good comparison of MX, modular, and Dual Sport/ADV helmets from many different manufacturers. This comparison isn't necessarily of these specific helmets themselves, but a comparison of MX, modular, and adventure/dual sport helmets as a entire categories across brands. Lovin' on the LS2 helmets in this video? Get one now at the best online price via the Amazon aggregate: LS2 FF386 Modular Helmet: http://amzn.to/1MKwipm LS2 MX453 Adventure Helmet: http://amzn.to/1KmGHaD LS2 MX456E Motocross Helmet: http://amzn.to/1KmGNiv Remember that when picking a helmet, you should factor in other things that you'll need. For example, helmets with a lot of ridges and contours make it hard to mount cameras, if you're into that. Is there room for your glasses? Will you need goggles? You may need tinted visors, or anti-fog inserts. Some helmets fit oval heads better, while some are better for round heads. There is a lot to look into. Also keep an eye on safety certifications, and make sure that it meets the requirements for your area, and preferably meets and exceeds testing criteria from multiple safety certifications, like DOT, ECE, Snell, and so forth. It's always a good idea to try on a helmet before buying it, but if that's not possible, always do your research and look at customer reviews. Be cautious of overly positive reviews from helmet companies, retailers, and people like me, as people like me sometimes get paid to do these reviews, and may be biased. I really like to check out reviews on Amazon before buying anything, even if I don't buy from Amazon. They just seem to have the most reviews, and people are brutally honest. In full disclosure, LS2 did send me these helmets to review which is awesome of them, but there is no other compensation, and my friend Phil from LS2 said to keep things unbiased. A popular saying in the motorcycle world is, "It's your head, spend a lot of money on it." And while I agree for the most part, once the safety standards are met, some of the price difference from many helmets comes from weight savings, a better fit/finish, lower wind noise, or just marketing and brand loyalty. These things can make the money worth it, but sometimes don't. I recently tried a very popular helmet, especially among motovloggers, and thought it was vastly overpriced for what it offered. We often associate expensive gear with high-quality gear. While that is many times the case, remember that sometimes it is just a price-point, and sometimes you'll get a better helmet for less money. One way to do this is, again, to read the reviews. Also remember that some of the highest certifications are necessary for race helmets, but for poking around in the dirt, may not be worth the extra money. Again, that's up to you. Regardless of price, almost all helmets should be replaced every four years even if there's never been a crash, and every helmet should be replaced in the event of any trauma to the helmet, sometimes even a drop from the seat of the bike. In the case of us dual sport riders, we tend to fall over a lot because of the weight of the bikes and, especially in my case, the terrain we think we're good enough to ride on said heavy bikes. That means that we tend to conk our helmets more often, so spending an astronomical amount on a helmet that's potentially unsafe after that first tumble just doesn't make sense to me. That's why I'm not opposed to budget-friendly helmets, so long as they pass safety regulations. Love Adventure? Subscribe to eveRide ADV! http://everide.org/youtube http://everide.org is the new hub of Dual Sport, ADV, and Enduro motorcycling. Join the eveRide community's positive vibe, tailor made for new and experienced riders. See more videos, pictures, posts, gear reviews, deals, and more! Want to get to know our awesome, positive, inclusive community while seeing bonus footage, meeting moto buddies, and getting dirt-cheap-motorcycling-tips? http://everide.org/facebook http://everide.org/instagram http://everide.org/twitter Follow my GPX tracks on the rides I take! http://www.mapmytracks.com/everide Favorite http://everide.org to support the FREE creation of more ADV, Enduro, and Dual Sport videos by using the partner links to shop online! See a video of my recommended riding gear! http://everide.org/yt/gear See a video of every mod on my DRZ 400! http://everide.org/yt/mods

• published: 26 Jul 2015
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