Schuberth S3 Motorbike Helmet Evaluate | Gear

Over the previous couple years, German helmet maker Schuberth has fully redesigned its lineup of bike helmets. Prior to now, we’ve reviewed Schuberth’s modular helmets: the C5 and ADV-style E2. The S3 is a full-face helmet primarily based on the identical structure, its shell manufactured utilizing immediately processed fiberglass mixed with a particular resin that’s compressed in a vacuum at excessive strain. Just like the C5 and E2, the S3’s shell additionally has a basalt layer for added power and affect absorption.

Designed to fulfill Europe’s newest ECE 22.06 helmet security customary, the S3 reaches excessive benchmarks for cover and has a big eyeport for higher visibility (the S3 can be DOT authorised). Contained in the shell is a dual-density EPS liner, an intermediate-oval head form, and a brand new consolation liner with customizable pads. Elective “sport” and “consolation” cheek pads and replaceable rear pads could make the inside extra spherical or extra oval. The S3 additionally has the Schuberth Rescue System, which permits first responders to extract the cheek pads to facilitate removing of the helmet.

Different options embrace an optically appropriate faceshield with a Pinlock anti-fog insert, a repositioned chinstrap to scale back strain close to the throat, an anti-roll-off system, a double chin air consumption with an exchangeable filter, a brand new rear spoiler with an air extractor, and a brand new V-lock sunshield mechanism.

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The S3 can be prewired for the non-compulsory SC2 Bluetooth 5.0 communicator (offered individually), which is made by Sena and primarily based on the 50S with voice activation and mesh networking. HD audio system and an antenna are constructed into the helmet. A remote-control unit clicks into the left facet of the helmet, and the SC2 essential unit with a chargeable battery plugs into the again of the helmet.

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Match and luxury are wonderful, and weight is cheap: The dimensions Medium we examined is 3 lb, 14 ounces. Whereas testing naked bikes for a comparison test, the S3’s slippery form moved by means of the air with no buffeting, and through head checks to the facet there was no disagreeable noise or wind strain. Because of the aerodynamic shell and well-padded neck roll, the within of the helmet stays moderately quiet. The one subject I had with the S3, in addition to the C5 and E2, is that it’s straightforward to inadvertently knock the vent on the chinbar closed when placing on the helmet or opening/closing the faceshield.

The Schuberth S3 is available in Concrete Grey (proven), Matte Black, or Shiny White for $599, in addition to the Storm graphic in three colorways (blue, silver, or orange) for $699. Out there sizes are XS-3XL.