The technical specifications presented by Schuberth for the C5 (the successor to the popular C4) were already impressive: ECE 22.06 standardization, P/J double homologation (allowing for both closed and open riding), and carbon in the shell to offset the additional weight for the stricter standard. While I didn't personally verify the ECE 22.06 standard, I didn't need to crash test it either. Schuberth conducts these tests rigorously in the lab. However, I can provide detailed insights into the comfort and acoustic features of the helmet.
Schuberth C5 helmet test 2022
The new flip-up helmet from the Germans in a practical test!
The completely new (more appealing) shape already gave us an idea that the Schuberth C5 wants to set new standards among flip-up helmets. We put the practical all-rounder through its paces on a few tests and rides!
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published on 28/10/2022
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Practical features of the Schuberth C5 - also for older people!
The inner lining of the Schuberth C5 helmet conforms perfectly to the shape of the head, making it a great fit for a wide range of head shapes. Additionally, the eyeglass channels are seamlessly integrated, catering to spectacle wearers and those who require glasses. The sun visor, which is integrated into the helmet, can be easily operated with the large slider located at the bottom left. This design choice ensures that the visor is easily accessible, rather than being hidden or difficult to locate.
Wind noise is a sensitive issue with the C5 due to its design
The mechanism for opening the chin section is well-designed, with a large red push button that allows you to open the helmet intuitively. The ratchet closure is also completely acceptable for a touring helmet and opens quickly. I am particularly impressed with the minimal wind noise experienced in the C5, which can be a challenge with flip-up helmets. However, the C5 is exceptionally comfortable inside; when closed, it is almost as good as a full-face helmet. For more information about the helmet, you can visit the following link: Schuberth C5
There is no question that the Schuberth C5 is sportier than the Schuberth C4
Oh yes, the weight is of course also an issue, at 1640 grams (+/- 50 grams) the C5 is not at the absolute top level, but it is at a fully acceptable flip-up helmet level. In Schuberth's defense, it should be mentioned that the C5 is already prepared for a communication system ex works, which of course also weighs a little more. That leaves the visual appearance, which is, as we all know, very subjective. However, hardly anyone will complain about the modified shell shape, which is now clearly more aerodynamic and sporty. The fact that the available designs are rather discreet and don't necessarily look cool or youthful, on the other hand, is the Germans' plan - a Schuberth C5 definitely doesn't want to be funny or childish!
Advantages and disadvantages of the Schuberth C5:
| Positive | Negative |
|---|---|
| great comfort | no bargain | good fit | mediocre weight | little wind noise | easy operation of the sun visor | high-quality workmanship | distinctive goggle channels | wide field of vision | efficient ventilation | ECE 22.06 | Communication system preparation | practical wind deflector on the chin | Sizes up to XXXL |
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The straightforward data with which Schuberth presented the C5 (successor to the popular C4) was already very promising.
ECE 22.06 certified, P/J dual homologation (thus rideable both closed and open) and carbon in the shell to compensate for the additional weight required by the stricter standard.
Right off the bat, I couldn't, didn't want to, and didn't have to check the ECE 22.06 standard, so I didn't have to crash.
Schuberth performs these tests very well anyway - in the lab.
However, I can report a lot about the aspects of comfort and acoustics.
The inner lining adapts excellently to the shape of the head. You often hear that one helmet brand or another fits this or that head shape best...
When it comes to Schuberth, you often hear that it fits just about everyone, and that's exactly the case.
Furthermore, the glasses channels on the C5 are very well integrated, so the Germans are also considering glasses wearers and all those older folks who already need glasses.
And the integrated sun visor can be easily operated via a large slider on the lower left.
Sometimes it's just better if something is big and prominently positioned rather than minimalist and thus barely noticeable.
The opening mechanism of the chin part is well executed; you intuitively open the helmet with the large red button, and the ratchet closure is also completely acceptable for a touring helmet and can be opened quickly.
I rate the wind noise in the C5 very positively, which is always a sensitive issue with flip-up helmets due to their design.
But the C5 is really quite comfortable inside, almost on par with a full-face helmet when closed.
Oh yes, weight is naturally also a topic. With 1640 grams (+/- 50 grams), the C5 may not be at the absolute top level, but it is at a fully acceptable flip-up helmet level.
In Schuberth's defense, it should be mentioned that the C5 is already prepped for a communication system from the factory, which naturally adds a bit more weight.
So, what remains is the aesthetics, which is known to be very subjective.
However, hardly anyone will complain about the changed shell shape, which now clearly appears more aerodynamic and sporty.
That the available designs are rather subtle and do not necessarily appear flashy or youthful...
...is, however, the plan of the Germans.
A Schuberth C5 definitely doesn't want to be funny and childish!
