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Please take time to read through this manual carefully in order
to get the best protection from your helmet when riding your
motorcycle. To ensure that you don’t miss any aspect that is
relevant to your safety, we recommend reading the manual in
the order in which it is written.
Pay particular attention to points highlighted as follows:

Warning:

safety instructions

Caution

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instructions

Note

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advice

Tip:

practical tips

Note:

We reserve the right to make changes for the purpose of
technical progress - even without notice.

Warning:

The helmet has been tested and approved to the United States DOT 218 Standard and
the European ECE R 22.05 Standard and does not conform to any other regulations
and requirements. It is only legal to use the helmet in countries in which the DOT
218 Standard or the ECE R 22.05 Standard is valid. If you use the helmet in other
countries, you will not be entitled to make a claim for compensation before the US
or Canadian courts or the courts of any other country in the event of injury.

Congratulations!

You have made an excellent choice with the SCHUBERTH C3 Pro.
The C3 Pro is the result of the latest development and
production methods. You can take pleasure in knowing that
you own a quality helmet that is designed to provide the safety
performance required by the United States DOT 218 Standard.
Its aeroacoustic and aerodynamic performance as well as
many other details will enhance your riding experience while
travelling.

Have a safe ride!

Marcel Lejeune

Randy Northrup

CEO

Vice President

SCHUBERTH GmbH

SCHUBERTH North America

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Summary of Contents for C3 PRO

Page 1: ...MANUAL C3PRO ...

Page 2: ...read through this manual carefully so that your helmet protects you properly when riding your motorcycle In order to ensure that you do not overlook any aspect of the manual that is relevant to your safety we recommend that you read it in the order in which it appears Please play particular attention to Caution safety instructions Note advice Tip practical tips see figure Caution This helmet is no...

Page 3: ...HUBERTH service 1 Repair service 2 Warranty J How to contact us B CONTENTS A How to use the manual correctly B Contents C The helmet 1 Standard 2 ECE approval 3 Anatomy the helmet 4 Outer shell 5 Inner shell 6 Aerodynamics 7 Aeroacoustics 8 Wind deflector 9 Chin bar 10 Chinstrap with micro lock ratchet fastener 11 Face shield with integrated anti fog lens 12 Sun visor 13 Inner lining 14 Ventilatio...

Page 4: ...Serial number 051234 P 1234 05123456 C THE HELMET 3 ANATOMY OF THE HELMET 4 OUTER SHELL The outer shell of the C3 PRO helmet combines an aerodynamically optimal shape with consistent protection It consists of a special glass fibre reinforced duroplastic matrix developed by SCHUBERTH which gives the helmet the high level of strength needed for your protection Caution The safety helmet is designed t...

Page 5: ...ds the C3 PRO generates practically no upward lift Enhanced characteristics of the C3 PRO are improved air resistance and optimised directional stability The buffeting on unfaired motorcycles is also significant ly minimised Shaking of the helmet as the air flows around it Note Please note that the strong eddy currents that can occur as a result of the fairing on faired motorcycles may have a sign...

Page 6: ...lock system is similar to the door lock systems used in car design Despite there being locks on both sides the chin section opens with only one button The lock in the opposite side is simultaneously operated by bowden cable The mechanically optimised system reduces the force need to operate the two locks to a comfortable 16 N although the safety relevant overall locking force is many times this am...

Page 7: ...e When adjusting the chinstrap make sure that it rests firmly but not uncom fortably around your chin To open the chinstrap pull the red ribbon on the ratchet fastener upwards to release the locking buckle Then pull the ratchet tongue out of the locking buckle CLOSING THE CHIN BAR To close the chin bar pivot it down with one hand until both locks audibly engage Note Each time you close the chin ba...

Page 8: ...ld grip the finger tabs at top left and right and press the face shield down with one movement until it audibly locks into place Caution Never ride without making sure that the chinstrap is correctly fastened and adjusted and properly positioned If the chinstrap is not correctly adjusted or fastened the helmet could be displaced in the event of an accident Caution Closing the comfort pad of the ch...

Page 9: ...ng both hands guide the face shields locking studs into the respective recesses in the face shield mechanism 2 The face shield will then audibly lock into place when you press it gently towards the helmet with a simultaneous closing movement 3 Make sure that the face shield mechanism is functioning properly by opening the face shield once to its maximum extent ANTI FOG LENS Fitting 1 Lay the anti ...

Page 10: ...helmet Note Never press the locking pins out with your fingers as they may break 3 The anti fog lens should now be positioned in the face shield with its lower edge parallel to the lower edge of the face shield If you need to change the positioning of the anti fog lens use the balls of your thumbs to gently bend the face shield apart until the inner visor can be adjusted as required 4 Check all ar...

Page 11: ... this type of visor However if this light reflection should cause you difficulties because of particular sensitivity to it for example you should refrain from using the anti fog lens Caution If moisture is present in or has penetrated the airtight area between the two plates you should remove the anti fog lens immediately in order to prevent any interference with visibility Do not re fit it until ...

Page 12: ...g the sun visor is easier when the chin section is open and locked in place It is also helpful if you place the helmet on a flat surface or on your lap while seated Note Try to prevent the sun visor coming into contact with the helmet s inner shell when removing or fitting it Removing the sun visor 1 Open and lock the chin section in place 2 Pivot the sun visor down 3 Bend the middle snap connecti...

Page 13: ...high comfort cheek pads ensure that the helmet fits comfortably around the cheeks and the headband pad provides an optimal fit all around the head The head pad sits comfortably on the head without covering the ventilation channels The internal lining consists of skin friendly materials throughout particularly in areas that come in contact with the head These are a soft breathable COOLMAX material ...

Page 14: ...ead the chinstrap through the cheek cushion and through the A R O S strap and pull it tight from the back 3 Reinsert the neck collar by first inserting the guide pins into the front plugs and sockets on the lower helmet edge on both sides and then mount the neck collar piece by piece into the guide gap DISMANTLING THE CHEEK PAD 1 Undo the snaps on the front straps of the neck collar and pull the n...

Page 15: ...chinstrap For this purpose the loops on the free ends of the A R O S straps as shown in the illustration below must enclose the corresponding ends of the chinstrap and the A R O S straps must not be twisted or knotted Note For size 54 55 helmets also ensure that the A R O S straps are always threaded through the additional loops in the back of the neck area 3 Zip up the zipper 4 Mount the cheek pa...

Page 16: ...of the head Inside the helmet the head padding system enables direct contact between incoming air and the surface of the head thereby conducting the heat away from the inside of the helmet quickly The ventilation is adjusted by means of a slide on the air inlet cowl that is easy to operate even when wearing gloves Moving the slide backwards to the first locking position produces partial ventilatio...

Page 17: ...hat if the chinstrap is fastened and correctly adjusted a the helmet cannot pivot off the head from behind b the risk of contact between the chin section of the helmet and the chin or neck of the rider is minimised due to the low angle of tilt and c the consequences of the helmet hitting the rib cage as the result of an accident are reduced C THE HELMET REFLECTIVE PANELS Together with the silver r...

Page 18: ...the chin bar down until you hear both locks close 9 Check that the chin section is securely locked by pressing it up from below Caution Never ride with the chin bar raised 2 TAKING OFF THE HELMET 1 Open and lock the chin bar Make sure the sun visor is retracted into the helmet shell 2 Open the chinstrap 3 Undo the Velcro of the chinstrap comfort pad 4 Grasp the ends of the chinstrap and pull the c...

Page 19: ...e test after each adjustment Caution Never ride with the chinstrap unfastened or incorrectly adjusted The chinstrap should fit correctly and should not become loose when pulled The fastener is not correctly closed if the chinstrap becomes loose when pulled 3 CHECKING THE FACE SHIELD AND SUN VISOR Before every journey check that the mechanisms of the face shield and sun visor are working properly a...

Page 20: ...gned to absorb only one impact It is therefore essential to replace the helmet after a fall accident or other violent impact For safety reasons the old helmet should be rendered unusable The helmet safety mechanism described above can also cause small cracks in the shell when the helmet is dropped from a small height less than 1 metre Any helmet that has been subjected to a violent impact should b...

Page 21: ... certification and all warranty and insurance claims invalid Use only original parts replacement parts and accessories that SCHUBERTH has expressly approved for your helmet 1 OUTER SHELL To clean the helmet shell you can use water soap or one of the commonly available motorcycle shampoos cleaners polishes plastic cleaners or cleaning fluids Using water and soap is usually sufficient Make sure when...

Page 22: ... if closed and will largely be absorbed by the anti fog anti scratch coating This can lead to a reduction in the lifespan of the coating Ideally position the face shield in the third locking setting above the urban position Note Never attach labels adhesive tape or stickers to the face shield or sun visor Tip Stubborn dirt on the outer surface of the face shield e g dried on insect remains can be ...

Page 23: ... system s air inlet cowl can be removed to clean the ventilation mechanism 1 When necessary the head ventilation system s air inlet cowl can be removed to clean the ventilation mechanism 2 Then slide the flat end of the control unit under the edge behind the ventilation cowl and remove the latter by levering it upwards 3 On completion of the cleaning fix the ventilation cowl back in place by hooki...

Page 24: ...ennas for optimal radio reception Plug for connection with the SRC System Bluetooth antenna Evidence of approval in line with ECE R 22 05 in connection with a specific communication system is only valid if certified by an official regulatory office of an EU member state Any other form of information from these or other institutions e g on the general suitability of communication systems for use in...

Page 25: ... your helmet properly Warning This helmet is not a toy To avoid suffocation or other dangers keep this helmet its packaging and all parts delivered with the product away from babies and children Dispose all plastic bags immediately P r o ...

Page 26: ...ements It is only legal to use the helmet in countries in which the DOT 218 Standard or the ECE R 22 05 Standard is valid If you use the helmet in other countries you will not be entitled to make a claim for compensation before the US or Canadian courts or the courts of any other country in the event of injury Congratulations You have made an excellent choice with the SCHUBERTH C3 Pro The C3 Pro i...

Page 27: ... I Accessories and spare parts 3 Communication systems 4 Ordering Original SCHUBERTH Parts J After sales service 1 Limited warranty 2 Customer service administrator B CONTENTS A How to use the manual correctly B Contents C Read first D The Helmet 1 Conformance to standards 2 ECE approval and DOT label 3 Anatomy the helmet 4 Outer shell 5 Inner shell 6 Aerodynamics 7 Aeroacoustics 8 Wind deflector ...

Page 28: ... result in injury to the eyes and face from stones dust insects and other flying objects The sun visor when lowered will offer a certain amount of protection from light impact from stones or insects but does not provide protection against all hazards Warning No helmet is as safe as riding safely Motorcycle riding has special personal hazards The risks that are being taken by riding a motorcycle ca...

Page 29: ...ht in poor visibility conditions or in tunnels The tinted visor reduces light transmission and should never be used in situations where vision is impaired i e at night in poor visibility conditions or in tunnels Warning Never modify your helmet It is very dangerous to drill holes or to cut the shell and or the shock absorbing liner Modification can seriously weaken the helmet Modifying the retenti...

Page 30: ...g or other mistreatment Caution Do not expose the helmet to solvents including gasoline or any fumes thereof in order to avoid damage to shields shell plastic components and interior 1 CONFORMANCE TO STANDARDS The helmet conforms to the DOT 218 Standard and the ECE R 22 05 standard These test standards guarantee conformity to defined safety standards in respect of impact absorption penetration res...

Page 31: ... of the aeroacoustic optimisation of the helmet and the lower wind noise inside the helmet that comes with it your actual speed can easily be underestimated Please do not rely on your sense of hearing to estimate your road speed always check it using your speedometer 3 ANATOMY OF THE HELMET 4 OUTER SHELL The outer shell of the C3 Pro helmet combines an aerodynamically optimal shape with consistent...

Page 32: ...eration Lock system The chin section is equipped with a specially developed lock system on the left and the right side The construction design of the lock system is similar to the door lock systems used in car design Despite there being locks on both sides the chin section opens with only one button The lock in the opposite side is simultaneously operated by bowden cable Note With faired motorcycl...

Page 33: ...will then release both locks and you can pivot the chin section up to its uppermost locking position Important The C3 Pro s chin bar mechanism is equipped with a safety feature which prevents the chin bar from opening of its own accord in the event of a fall so when opening it you should also grip the chin bar with one hand Closing the chin bar 1 To close the chin bar pivot it down with one hand u...

Page 34: ...Caution Closing the comfort pad of the chinstrap alone will not provide adequate protection The chinstrap must always be fully fastened Caution Never open the chinstrap while riding 10 Chinstrap with Micro Lock ratchet fastener The C3 Pro comes with a ratchet fastener This locking system is easy to use and enables you to adjust the chinstrap perfectly to your head every time you put the helmet on ...

Page 35: ... To replace the face shield it is helpful to place the helmet on a flat surface or on your lap while seated 11 PINLOCK VISOR The Pinlock lense is affixed to the inside of the face shield with a flexible silicone seal and held in place under tension by the two eccentric pins This creates an insulating air cushion between the face shield and Pinlock lense preventing any fogging of the face shiled CO...

Page 36: ...s guide the face shields locking studs into the respective recesses in the face shield mechanism 2 The face shield will then audibly lock into place when you press it gently towards the helmet with a simultaneous closing movement 3 Make sure that the face shield mechanism is functioning properly by opening the face shield once to its maximum extent Pinlock LENSE Fitting 1 Lay the Pinlock lense in ...

Page 37: ...moving or fitting the Pinlock lense it is always best to lay the face schield unit on a clean dry cloth Check regularly to ensure that the fit of the silicone seal between the face shield and the Pinlock lense is tight and even 2 Now grasp the other side of the Pinlock lense by its upper and lower transverse edges and use your index finger to gently press the end of the visor into a slight S shape...

Page 38: ...ing inside the helmet Note Never press the locking pins out with your fingers as they may break Caution As a result of the double lens structure there is a possibility of greater light reflection in the face schield especially when riding at night As a rule such light reflection is regarded as uncritical due to the absence of fog with this type of visor However if this light reflection should caus...

Page 39: ...d cause an accident resulting in serious personal injury or death Caution Never ride in the dark or in conditions of poor visibility with the sun visor down Always raise the sun visor before entering a tunnel Caution Riding without the Face Shield or with an open Face Shield can result in injury to the eyes and face from stones dust insects and other flying objects The sun visor when lowered will ...

Page 40: ...ly in areas that come in contact with the head These are a soft breathable COOLMAX material that transports heat and moisture very well a special noise reducing Polygene material with antibacterial properties and a sweat absorbing Interpower material Removing the lining Note When removing the lining the cheek pads must first be detached before taking out the headband pad When fitting the lining re...

Page 41: ...shell 2 Insert the plastic retention flaps with round holes over the pins sewn into the rear section of the cheek pad and affix them using the red snaps 3 Reinsert the neck collar by first inserting the guide pins into the front plugs and sockets on the lower helmet edge on both sides and then mount the neck collar piece by piece into the guide gap Dismantling the cheek pad 1 Undo the snaps on the...

Page 42: ... neck strap rearwards out of the cheek pad 5 Repeat points 1 to 4 to dismantle the cheek pad on the other side Mounting the cheek pad 1 Push the A R O S strap through the neck strap channel as far as the chinstrap padding opening 2 From the outside thread the chinstrap through the cheek cushion and through the A R O S strap and pull it tight from the back 3 Zip up the zipper D THE HELMET ...

Page 43: ...ls at the back of the helmet and that the crown liner runs centrally between the two ventilation channels Caution Never ride when parts of the inner lining have been removed Caution Excessive heat e g exhaust heat can cause damage to the inner lining Note To avoid damage to the inner lining and inner shell do not hang the helmet over the mirrors or handlebar grips Note When replacing the cheek pad...

Page 44: ...ven at low road speeds You can open and close the inlet by pushing the vent upwards or downwards Ventilation system 3 head ventilation There is a large air inlet cowl with a three stage adjustable ventilation system on the top of the helmet shell for ventilating the top of your head Air entering the helmet through this inlet cowl is directed via channels to the top of the head Inside the helmet th...

Page 45: ...a guaranteed minimum ventilation function that ensures a constant supply of fresh air The air entering in this way is regulated so that the rider barely notices it but it provides an effective supply of fresh air from a speed as low as 30 kph provided the helmet is positioned fully in the air flow when travelling This function counteracts any build up of mist on the visor and any excessive concent...

Page 46: ...k the chin bar Make sure the sun visor is retracted into the helmet shell 2 Open the chinstrap and chinstrap comfort pad 3 Pull apart the lower ends of the chinstrap 4 It will now be easy to put the helmet on 5 Close the chinstrap comfort pad with the Velcro fastener 6 Fasten the chinstrap by pushing the ratchet tongue into the lock so that you hear it engage properly 7 Make sure the chinstrap pas...

Page 47: ...e chinstrap so that it fits firmly against the chin check that your helmet is still the right size for you Note Repeat the test after each adjustment Warning Never ride with the chinstrap unfastened or incorrectly adjusted The chinstrap should fit correctly and should not become loose when pulled The fastener is not correctly closed if the chinstrap becomes loose when pulled 2 TAKING OFF THE HELME...

Page 48: ... safe as riding safely Motorcycle riding has special personal hazards The risks that are being taken by riding a motorcycle can be reduced but not eliminated by wearing a helmet Warning No helmet can protect the wearer against all foreseeable impacts There are limits to the physical size and weight of the helmet a person can wear The ability of a helmet to protect the wearer is limited No helmet c...

Page 49: ... no more than five years The useful life of the helmet depends on its use and care We recommend that this helmet has to be replaced after no more than five years from its date of purchase Warning Never use the helmet with the lining removed If the lining is not installed before use the helmet may not fit properly and could come off in an accident resulting in severe head injury or death Excessive ...

Page 50: ...eld and sun visor away from such vapors and do not allow kinds of substances to come into direct contact with the faceshield or sun visor For thatreason never place the helmet on the tank of your motorcycle Warning Don t ride when visibility is poor Make sure the faceshield and sun visor are always in perfect condition If for any reason the visibility is poor don t ride Warning Don t ride with a f...

Page 51: ...rcycle shampoos cleaners polishes and plastic cleaners or cleaning fluid The use of water and soapy water is usually sufficient Make sure when using the other cleaning materials that these do not come into contact with the visor since these can cause damage to the visor and coating Warning Never use motor fuel thinners glass cleaner or other solvents to clean the helmet Your helmet can be seriousl...

Page 52: ...n use particularly during periods of storage as the moisture contained on the inside cannot escape if closed and will largely be absorbed by the anti fog anti scratch coating This can lead to a reduction in the lifespan of the coating Ideally position the Face Shield in the third locking setting above the urban position Note Never attach labels adhesive tape or stickers to the Face Shield or sun v...

Page 53: ...ck 4 When this has been done insert the control unit through the ventilation cowl and into the ventilation mechanism 6 LOCKING SYSTEM Ratchet fastener The metal components of the locking system do not require maintenance 7 STORING THE HELMET When not in use keep the helmet in the supplied helmet bag in a dry safe place Always store the helmet so that there is no risk of it falling onto the floor D...

Page 54: ...herwise the helmet s approval and compliance with insurance requirements become invalid on installation Integrated antennas for optimal radio reception Plug for connection with the SRC System Bluetooth antenna Evidence of approval in line with ECE R 22 05 in connection with a specific communication system is only valid if certified by an official regulatory office of an EU member state Any other f...

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