For motorcyclists seeking the versatility of a great flip-up lid, Schuberth’s expensive but solidly impressive new C3 Pro is very good news indeed.
I wasn’t sure I’d like it initially. It has the neatly integrated communications system, comprising two hidden speakers, boom mic, control panel, charging port and FM radio. But the purpose-built collar holding the comms makes the helmet a slightly tighter fit than expected and it is hard to differentiate between the different comms control buttons.
I also had to re-route some of the wiring. I took it on a four-day tour and was quickly won over. The high build quality shines through and the superbly lined interior slowly moulded itself to my head.
Chris Cotton at Motolegends in Guildford, which supplied it, is dismissive of claims that flip-up lids are noisier — and I think he’s right. The fact that the front raises when you put it on enables the “neck roll” aperture to be a closer fit, helping deaden sound.
The flip-down sun visor is excellent and ventilation the best I’ve experienced. This quality helmet costs £479.99.
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