Product test: Schuberth C3

Posted on by admin

Table of contents

Product test: Schuberth C3
mps photo studio

clothing

Helmets

Product test: Schuberth C3

Product test: Schuberth C3
Shut up, the next one

In cooperation with her head tester Michael Schumacher, Schuberth developed the flip-up helmet C3. MOTORRAD has already subjected the newcomers to their first large practical and laboratory test.

Holger Hertneck

09/25/2008

The predecessors of the C3, Concept and C2, were sold over 500,000 times across Europe. A considerable success, which the new model should now build on. Overall, the C3 has a whole host of new features, which MOTORRAD reviewed in a first large individual test based on the criteria from previous helmet tests.

Shock absorption / safety: closely following the currently valid ECE R 22.05 standard, TuV Rheinland carried out the shock absorption measurements with the C3 in Cologne in the presence of MOTORRAD on the drop test bench. As in the last major flip-up helmet test in MOTORRAD 6/2007, the experts tested the C3 in a temperature range of minus 20 degrees Celsius with the prescribed flat anvil. The value for the acceleration must not exceed 275 g, the HIC value derived therefrom (measure for the expected traumatic brain injuries) must not exceed 2400. The is in all six prescribed service points Schuberth clearly in “green area”.

Fit: The helmet shell lies evenly on the head, closes neatly in the lower area and also impresses with its large guide in the cheek area. Only after several hours of test drive were very slight pressure marks on the back of the head and on the forehead.

Handling: It’s finally here – the central chin part control. With the predecessors, it was arranged on the side of the helmet and hardly to be found with the helmet on, but the sliding button in the middle of the chin section is impressive. Although it is quite small, it can be operated precisely with gloves. The same applies to the practical ratchet closure of the chin strap. The C3 can only be put on and taken off with the chin section open, but without “hot ears”.

Aerodynamics and acoustics: Even at test speeds of around 200 km / h, the helmet lies absolutely neutrally in the wind and surprises with noticeably low neck forces – even when turning your head. The noise level is uniquely low for a flip-up helmet.


Product test: Schuberth C3


Hertneck

Schuberth worked with head tester Michael Schumacher on the C3 flip-up helmet.

Ventilation and button operation: There is not much to complain about in this criterion either. The head ventilation is not quite on the level of the Schuberth full-face helmets S1 or R1, but the ventilation qualities of the C3 are unmatched in the case of flip-up helmets.

Visor: The criteria summarized under this heading belong to Schuberth’s parade discipline. The tool-free visor change works automatically after a little practice, operation and, more recently, a lock are also convincing. In addition, a Pinlock lens ensures that there is no fogging, but this limits the field of vision a little.

Suitability for glasses: a decisive criterion for buying a flip-up helmet. With the C3, the temples slip almost perfectly behind the ears. With a little practice it can also be put on and taken off with glasses on. Processing: Apart from a somewhat large gap between the movable chin part and the helmet shell, there is absolutely nothing to complain about. Quality at the highest level.

Weight: In size L (58/59), according to MOTORRAD measurements, the C3 weighs just 1526 grams – that’s sensationally little for a flip-up helmet with an integrated sun visor.

Conclusion: Nice work, dear Michael Schumacher. Apparently Schuberth implemented many of the suggestions that were recorded on the Ferrari napkin in April 2005. The new C3 is much more modern, compact and even more practical than its predecessor. Aerodynamics, acoustics and weight are unparalleled in the flip-up helmet segment – but so is the purchase price.

Conclusion


Product test: Schuberth C3


mps photo studio

The Schubert C3 likes to have its flap wide open.

plus
+ Good fit, tight fit
+ very cozy
+ smooth-running chin part
+ functional ventilation
+ top aerodynamics
+ pleasantly quiet
+ draft-free, visor free from fogging
+ Sun visor
+ good shock absorption

minus
– Pinlock lens restricts the field of vision
– Ventilation slide not labeled
– large gaps

Conclusion
The currently quietest flip-up helmet on the market, which not only convinces with very good ventilation, practical handling and great shock absorption values, but also lies perfectly in the wind and is comparatively light. The C3 is available in six different colors. The only downer: the steep price.

The competitors

To the title “best flip-up helmet” several models argue. In addition to the C3, we present the three most promising candidates from the last MOTORRAD helmet tests.


Product test: Schuberth C3


mps photo studio

The Shoei Multitec earned a place in the MOTORRAD test “Very well”.

BMW system helmet 5
Shines with high-quality workmanship, great fit and cozy interior, is pleasantly quiet and has clearly noticeable ventilation, but the control buttons hook. Has a great chin part closure, but had weaknesses in shock absorption in the test (MOTORRAD 6/2007).

Provider: BMW Motorrad, phone 0180/5001972, www.bmw-motorrad.de
Price: from 450 euros

Verdict: good

Nolan N 103
Successor to the N 102, which came third in the 2007 test and was a buyer’s tip due to its good price-performance ratio. The N 103 has an integrated sun visor. In an extensive practical test without a laboratory test (MOTORRAD 16/2008), it was able to convince with only a few drawbacks.

Provider: Nolangroup Germany, phone 07159/93160, www.nolangroup.de
Price: from 329.95 euros

Verdict: good

Shoei Multitec
Test winner in the 2007 flip-up helmet test. Very compact, it looks more like a sporty full-face helmet. Collects points especially for fit, ventilation, aerodynamics, visor, suitability for glasses and workmanship. The bottom line is that it should be the C3’s toughest competitor.

Provider: Shoei Europe, phone 0211/1754360, www.shoei-europe.com.
Price: from 419 euros

Verdict: very good

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *