Bv2s has been a game changer for me. No fog.. no chords.. Can ride any snowmobile without having to worry about whether or not it has a plug in.

 

have the bvs...electrics on shield are garbage unless you seal up the electric plastic part...bvs2s have no ventalation but if you leave it open a crack your good to go...modded helment to have air flow through the top when closed..this helps with any foging...only time l have issues is with wet snow..f;ks everything up but guys with googles are haveing issues as well then but not as bad...great for trails...looking for something that works in mountains as well

 

The bv2s is good when not plugged in.
It also comes with a different valve for warmer days and on"hot" days take it out altogether

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BV2S, have yet to plug it in. Never a fog issue.

 

X2. Minus -28 without the wind. No fogging but the right cheek was getting cool. It’s not the most comfortable but it works.

 

A light weight helmet is a must for me due to neck issues. I bought a Yamaha Snoforce Helmet at a snowshow about 12 years ago and have since bought 2 more on ebay. The last one was new in the box. The Snoforce helmets were DOT and Snell approved. The helmets are quite resistant to fogging due to having a lot of airflow. This makes it a cold helmet, but the new balaclavas make a world of difference on cold days. I do have an electric shield that I put on for when I take a long trip or if freezing rain/drizzle is expected. I should also mention that I generally run higher windshields on my sleds. On days above about 10 F, I am able to ride with my shield open with a pair of sunglasses when riding on my Panteras. On my Ski Doo the wind protection isn't quite as good so I keep the shield down most of the time.

The weight of the Snoforce helmet is 1532 grams. The previous helmet that hurt my neck on long rides was a Polaris wedge that weighs 1674 grams. For comparison my wife's new CastleX Dual Sport Helmet is 1655 grams and my son's AFX open face with goggles weighs1955 grams. I have looked at the BVS2 helmets, but the weight would be too much for me.

The weight and the fit are important for me. The Snoforce also fits me better than the old wedge helmet. I would like to have a newer style helmet with the flip down tinted lense, but I think the added weight and the weight being higher up for the tinted shield would be bad for my neck.

Not crazy about using a 15 + year old helmet, but it is the best I have found. I am always looking for something lightweight that fits as well, but have not found anything yet.

 

My buddies and myself all have the BV2S and it’s a great helmet but it has a major flaw where the heated shield cord comes out between the padding and plastic it chafes and pops your fuse. Not sure if any of you have tried to locate your heated shield plug fuse on the new 850’s but your not changing that fuse trailside. We all bought spare cords for inside the helmet and also took a Dremmel and rounded out a channel in the plastic part of the helmet. We then added shrink tubing for extra protection on the cord. We also mounted the fuse out where it’s reachable Incase it pops it can be changed without ripping half the sled apart.

 

BV2S all the way!
I'm on my second one and no need for electric shield when cold just adjust the breath box properly and no fogging issues. Light on the back is a great thing at night also.
I saw Doo's new helmet this year at the spring show and not what I'm looking for but may be good for some.

 

What kind of balaclava are you using with your snowcross setup? If not the Klim Arctic or the Castle Deflector give one of them a try. Hands down the best for snowcross helmet use. My personal experience is that there is no closed face helmet that will always remains fog free without an electric shield. I have ridden with plenty of people that claim their BVS2 and every other version never fogs and low and behold they fog up riding with us. First time ever they say. We are just unlucky riders I guess. :smile_old: We do ride quite spirited so that is part of it I'm sure. If you are primarily a sit down rider that doesn't breath heavy or work up a sweat then there are plenty of options out there. I like my new Castle exo950 but only wear it under -20 nowadays. It is lightweight and comfortable but I do need the electric shield to always remain fog free. I have ridden my snowcross setup below that but it sure isn't warm anymore. Getting older I guess. Good luck with your decision.

 

I use a cheap Gmax helmet, and pulled out all the factory antifog crap. Bought a "No Fog" Balaclava, and have had 0 issues with fog.

 

I use a cheap Gmax helmet, and pulled out all the factory antifog crap. Bought a "No Fog" Balaclava, and have had 0 issues with fog.

Are you able to wear glasses while you ride an do they stay fog free also if you do...?

 

Are you able to wear glasses while you ride an do they stay fog free also if you do...?

I actually haven't tried it, my prescription is not that strong, so I don't wear my glasses on the sled.

 

I actually haven't tried it, my prescription is not that strong, so I don't wear my glasses on the sled.

Sun glasses maybe..... don't the G-Max have drop down sunglasses..... mine fog....

 

Sun glasses maybe..... don't the G-Max have drop down sunglasses..... mine fog....

Check my profile pic, the tinted lens is on the outside of my helmet.

 

Check my profile pic, the tinted lens is on the outside of my helmet.

Oh sorry...................I've seen that so many times I no longer see it.... :sad_old:

 

Is there any question?

BV2S hands down, has never fogged in 5 years.....

 

BV2s.

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Best one ever for no fog issue.........old style BRP open helmet...lol. :blink_old: ( maybe i am too old !!! )

 

My Mod 3 has never fogged but has some other issues.. Btw people who think Gmax is cheap I believe they make Mod 2 and 3 helmets for Brp

 

If you ride aggressively, all helmets will fog when you're on the boil. And only electric systems will actively remove it. I've never found the cord to be a hindrance.

 

My Mod 3 has never fogged but has some other issues.. Btw people who think Gmax is cheap I believe they make Mod 2 and 3 helmets for Brp

Interesting. Surprised they haven't put some of the tech into their helmets. I don't think Gmax is cheaply made, but cheap to buy. I have 4 and love them. Good value.

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My Mod 3 has never fogged but has some other issues.. Btw people who think Gmax is cheap I believe they make Mod 2 and 3 helmets for Brp

Perm..... Does your mod 3 fog or anything when below 0? Any issues below 0?

I have a BV2S and love how quite things are and no fogging with or without cord. I'm switching to a mod 3 this year because my BV2S is whopped and have a brand new mod 3.

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I go with self darkening Prescription glasses and a heated Shield and stay pretty happy while riding day and night...

 

Come to think of it, the best helmet I ever had with no fogging was a 1983 Vmax helmet. Didn't matter how humid or how much it was snowing it just would not fog up. Maybe I wasn't breathing as heavy back then as I do now?

 

BV2S

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