PRODUCT REVIEW
ON YOUR HEAD
SCHUBERTH C4
Without doubt, a premium German-made modular helmet, the Schuberth C4 is aimed at touring and sports riders. John Allsopp measures this modular lid for size
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he main shell is a composite fibre, which has an excellent deep shine. The sleek profile was developed using Schuberth’s 12m-long wind tunnel which generates wind speeds up to 190km/h. Modular (flip) helmets are always going to be heavier due to the mechanism required. However, at 1620g, this is a weighty contender. While testing, it never resulted in a strain on the neck muscles, you definitely know you have this helmet on. The model we tested was a Basic, but Schuberth also boasts a Pro model and a
sub-1500g Pro Carbon. A medium, in this configuration, weighs 1707g, with the SC1 Bluetooth intercom installed. This compares to 1691g for a medium Shoei Neotec — the C4’s main rival, with its intercom system fitted. As you would rightfully expect from a helmet at such a premium price, the fully-removable lining is very soft and comfortable. It is the plushest liner we have encountered on a helmet so far. It even extends to soft material which goes inside the chin stop. The C4 has a ratchet-type chin strap fastener, which is quick to use and gives a secure fit every time (once you’ve adjusted the buckle to suit your neckline). A fabric tag on the clip makes it
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