D. The helmet. SCHUBERTH SR1

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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 resistance, lateral rigidity, retention system and field of vision.

The approval guarantees that you have approval for the USA and all the countries of the European Union as well as countries which recognize the ECE R 22.05 or DOT 218 standard. It is only legal to use it in countries where these standards are valid.

2. ECE APPROVAL and DOT-LABEL

(fixed to the comfort padding of the retention system)

Certifying authority

ECE test standard

Serial number

Certification number

051234/P-1234

DOT-LABEL (fixed to the rear side of the helmet)

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3. ANATOMY OF THE HELMET

Visor

Inner lining

Breath defl ector

Air exit from head

Visor ventilation

2-way chin ventilation

Wind defl ector

Head ventilation

Inner shell

Outer shell

Visor mechanism

(push-release system)

Retaining system

(anti-roll-off system)

Visor regulation/visor locking/urban

Noise-reduction system

(N.R.S.)

Chin strap

(with double-D fastener)

4. OUTER SHELL

The outer shell of the SR1 combines an aerodynamically optimal shape.It consists of glassfi bre reinforced vinylester (GRP) with polyethylene fi bre reinforced layers. This structure gives the helmet the high level of strength and rigidity needed for your protection*.

* The helmet is designed to provide the safety performance required by the United

States DOT 218 Standard in combination with the European ECE R 22.05 Standard

Warning:

The safety helmet is designed to absorb the effect of only one impact. The helmet must be replaced after a fall, accident or any other impact.

Note:

For cleaning instructions see section H.1. (care and maintenance – outer shell) of this manual.

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5. INNER SHELL

For optimized impact absorption properties, the inner shell of the helmet consists of several components. This combination of different elements achieves better absorption and distribution of impact forces and gives you a high level of protection. The large side sections ensure the helmet provides optimum fit and the greatest comfort.

6. DOWN FORCE (D-FORCE) SPOILER

The SR1's D-Force spoiler can assist the rider in maintaining proper head angle in differing riding conditions, and assure optimal aerodynamic performance, by varying the amount of downward force applied to the helmet by the airstream. Two spoiler positions are available.

Down position: Standard downthrust, recommended for motorcycles with high fairing, and riding in an upright position.

Up position: Achieves 60 % greater downward thrust, recommended for motorcycles with low or no fairing, and riding in a crouched position.

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7. AERODYNAMICS

All SCHUBERTH motorcycle helmets are tested in SCHUBERTH’s own wind tunnel, to optimize stability, reduce air resistance and buffeting and to afford directional stability.

8. AEROACOUSTICS

We have paid particular attention to improving the acoustic properties of the SR1 with no detriment to comfort. Various measures developed in SCHUBERTH’s wind tunnel (such as special adaptation of the wind deflector in the chin area and the shape of the neck pad) as well as the choice of special materials ensure that the helmet does not pull and makes the helmet quieter**.

This enables relaxed and enhanced concentration - especially on long journeys. A quiet helmet is characterized by low wind noise.

Wind noise arises through turbulent swirling of the air that flows around the helmet.

** Acoustic values can vary depending on type of motorcycle, fairing design, riding

posture and body size.

Warning:

The actual road speed can be underestimated slightly as a result of the acoustic optimization of the helmet and the accompanying low wind noise. I.e. don’t rely on your sense of hearing to judge road speed - check your speedometer.

Note:

Please note that with faired motorcycles strong eddy currents occur at the edges of the wind shadow. This can considerably reduce the aero-acoustic performance of the helmet. The fairing of the motorcycle should be adapted so that the departing turbulence does not strike the bottom surface of the helmet.

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Tip:

To ensure the helmet is as quiet as possible, the fit on the underside of the helmet is important. This area needs to be well sealed off. If you have a slim neck, it is advisable to use a scarf additionally.

aeroacousitcally non-critical area aeroacoustically critical area aeroacousitcally non-critical area

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SOUND-REDUCTION SYSTEM

The innovative sound-reduction system allows the sound level in the helmet to be varied, thus enabling sounds to be experienced at different volumes. Two settings are available.

Open:

In this setting sound levels are higher.

Closed:

In this setting, sound levels are lower.

Warning:

Riding with the sound-reduction system in the closed position can prevent the rider from hearing important traffic and warning sound (e.g., horns, bells, approaching vehicles), and is recommended only for open road, rather than traffic conditions.

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9. WIND DEFLECTOR (included with helmet)

By fitting the wind deflector supplied, undesired entry of wind from the airstream can be prevented. The device also further reduces the noise level in the helmet.

To fit, slide the retaining pocket of the wind deflector gradually outwards from the centre into the guide gap between the interior of the helmet and the outer shell.

Tip:

The fit of the underside of the helmet is very important for further reducing the sound level in the helmet. Take care to ensure that the helmet is properly closed. For smaller neck sizes we recommend that you wear a scarf.

10. RETENTION SYSTEM

The retention system on the SR1 consists of a chinstrap that is further secured with neckbands at the rear of the shell (anti rolloff system, see section D.14).

CHIN STRAP WITH DOUBLE-D FASTENING

The double-D fastener lets you adjust the length of the chinstrap easily and precisely every time you put on the strap and fits tightly and individually to your chin.

Closing and pulling tight

1. Thread the free end of the chinstrap, as shown in the pictures opposite, through the double-D fastener.

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2. Pull the strap tight. The chinstrap should be taut but not uncomfortable. Then feed the free end of the strap back through the first ring of the fastener.

Tip:

To ensure the correct position we recommend that you grasp the helmet by the sides with both hands and use gentle rotating movements on the head, and then pull the chinstrap tight again.

3. The free end of the strap is tucked away and fastened by means of the snap. This prevents the strap from flapping in the wind.

Loosening and opening

1. Release the snap and pull on the little red lug of the double-D fastener so that the strap is loosened.

2. Now thread the free end of the chin strap out of the double-D fastener.

Warning:

Never ride without ensuring that the chin strap is properly fastened, correctly adjusted and in the right position. If the chin strap is not properly adjusted or fastened, it is possible that in the event of an accident the helmet could come loose from your head.

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Warning:

Never open the chin strap while riding.

11. FACE SHIELD WITH INTEGRATED PINLOCK

®

-LENSE

The Face Shield with integrated Pinlock

®

-lense is a doublewall Face Shield that reduces fogging. The two visor plates are separated from each other and sealed with transparent, flexible silicone. The inner visor plate is fixed in place by eccentric pins, which pretensions the two visor plates towards each other and creates the sealing effect. An insulating air cushion is thus formed between the visor’s main plate – i.e. the outer plate – and the inner plate, which prevents any fogging up of the inner plate.

COATING

The main plate has a HighClear

® sides.

anti-scratch coating on both

Note:

The helmet should never be used to hold gloves or any other objects as this may damage the scratch-sensitive Pinlock

® inner Face Shield.

Note:

The Pinlock

®

inner visor is supplied with a protective film.

Remove this film before using the helmet for the first time.

Note:

The Pinlock

®

inner visor may only be used in conjunction with the SCHUBERTH main Face Shield that has been specially designed for this purpose. Other Face Shields must not be fitted.

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Opening the Face Shield

To open the Face Shield, grip the finger tab below the Face Shield on the left-hand side using the thumbs and push the Face

Shield upwards to the desired position.

Closing the Face Shield

Grip the finger tab and push the Face

Shield downwards with a movement of the hand.

Locking the Face Shield

To lock the Face Shield when fully closed, move the operating element towards the rear with a movement of the hand. To release the Face Shield again, move the operating element back to its original position.

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CHANGING THE FACE SHIELD

The Face Shield can be changed easily and with the convenient push-release system. It is helpful when changing the Face Shield to place the helmet on a flat surface or on your lap.

Removing the Face Shield

1. Close the Face Shield. Press the button of the push-release Face

Shield mechanism on one side and hold it down.

2. Move the Face Shield upwards until it is released from its fixing.

3. Repeat steps one and two above on the opposite side of the Face

Shield.

Fitting a new Face Shield

1. Using both hands, guide the catch pins of the visor into the recess provided for them in the visor mechanism.

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2. Apply light pressure directed towards the helmet and a closing motion until the visor engages audibly.

3. Check the functioning of the Face

Shield mechanism by opening it until it hits the end stop and then closing it again.

REPLACEMENT FACE SHIELD WITH PINLOCK

®

-LENSE

Fitting

1. Lay the replacement lense in the

Face Shield in such a way that one side of it is already slotted into the locking pin and the silicone seal is on the side facing the Face Shield.

2. Now grasp the other side of the replacement 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. Now you can easily guide the slot over the locking pin and release the replacement lense into place.

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3. The replacement lense 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 replacement lense, 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 round the visor to make sure that the silicone seal fits tightly and evenly against the

Face Shield. Only if this is the case will the anti-misting properties function properly.

5. If you have not done so already, remove the protective film from the replacement lense.

If the replacement lense is not air-tight and the Face Shield mists up, either the visor is not correctly in place or the pressure on the seal is inadequate. You can regulate the pressure on the seal by adjusting the eccentric locking pins. To do so, remove the replacement lense, then use a flat object with no sharp-edges to push the locking pins out of the Face Shield carefully from the inside; then rotate them by 180 ° and reinsert them. Fit the replacement lense and check the seal.

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Removal

1. Before starting to remove the replacement lense, first lay the

Face Shield on a soft, clean cloth so that its top edge is facing you.

2. To reduce the pretensioning of the Pinlock ® -lense slightly if necessary, use the balls of your thumbs to carefully bend the

Face Shield sufficiently apart while applying pressure with your thumbs to release the replacement lense and move it approx. 2 - 3 mm forward.

3. Now grip the back of the replacement lense with your index and middle fingers and lift it off the Face Shield. In this position you can easily remove the replacement lense from the locking pin with your thumb.

4. You can now remove the replacement lense from the

Face Shield.

Note:

• to avoid scratching the face schield, never remove or fit the

replacement lense unless the visor unit is clean and dry.

• When fitting the replacement lense, check that neither

dust nor moisture are able to get between the two plates.

• When removing or fitting the replacement 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

and even.

®

-lense is tight

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Note:

In view of the strong air pressure acting on the silicone seal when travelling with an open face schield, we recommend riding with a closed face schield at all times to prevent any dirt or moisture from getting inside the helmet.

Note:

Never press the locking pins out with your fingers as they may break.

Caution:

As a result of the double shield 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 misting with this type of shield. However, if this light reflection should cause you difficulties - because of particular sensitivity to it, for example - you should refrain from using the replacement lense.

Caution:

If moisture is present in or has penetrated the airtight area between the two plates, you should remove the replacement lense immediately in order to prevent any interference with visibility. Do not re-fit it until both plates are completely dry (we recommend air-drying). If you should subsequently detect any further penetration of moisture, the replacement lense should not be used on any account and must be replaced.

Safety note

Check before each journey that the Face Shield and sun visor mechanism are functioning correctly and that the Face Shield and sun visor will provide good visibility. Any dirt should be removed before setting off. Check the Face Shield and sun visor for physical damage and cracks. Severely scratched or matt Face Shields will seriously impair visibility and should be replaced before setting off on a journey.

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Caution:

Gasoline, solvent and fuel vapours can cause cracking of the

Face Shield. Make sure that the Face Shield is never exposed to such vapours! Never place the helmet on the tank of your bike.

12. INNER LINING

The washable, replaceable inner lining of the SR1 offers not only a superb shape but also improved entry and exit of air to and from the helmet.

The cheek comfort padding and ear pads provide soft cushioning to the cheeks and the headband cushion offers good positioning around the head. The central head pad ensures comfortable fitting to the head while ensuring that the air channels do not become blocked (see Ventilation systems/Head ventilation, section D.13).

The inner lining consists of skin-friendly materials throughout, particularly 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 INNER LINING

The inner lining is affixed to the inner shell of the helmet by means of a clamp fastening. It can be removed by pulling it gently out.

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Removing the cheek comfort pads

1. Loosen the pins stitched into the cheek pads from the red-marked insertion points on the inner shell.

2. Gently pull the cheek pad away from its fixing.

3. Repeat process for the other cheek pad.

Removing the headband cushion

1. Pull the semicircular guide rail of the headband cushion out of the slots of the plastic rail fixed to the inner shell.

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2. Pull the retaining strap in the neck area out of the guide slot between the inner and outer shells.

FITTING THE INNER LINING

Fitting the headband cushion

The semicircular guide rail stitched onto the face side is used for fixing the cushion, aided by the retaining strap situated in the neck area.

1. Push the semicircular guide rail gradually under the gaps of the plastic rail fixed to the inner shell.

2. Push the retaining strap of the neck cushion gradually into the guide gap between the inner and outer shells.

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3. Arrange the headband cushion within the helmet ensuring that no air channel is blocked.

Fitting the cheek comfort pads

1. Fix the cheek pad with the aid of the red-marked plug-in device.

2. Push the retaining strap of the cheek pad into the guide gap between the inner and outer shells. Begin with the lower part of the pad.

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3. Push the retaining strap with a gentle pressure towards the shell into the guide gap between the inner and outer shells.

4. Repeat steps 1-3 with the other cheek comfort pad.

Ear-Pads

The ear pads supplied as standard can be positioned individually in the ear area of the helmet by means of a Velcro-type fitting. For stronger padding around the ears, pads with other thicknesses are available as accessories.

Note:

For an overview of all accessory and parts please visit www.schuberth.com and check the ‘Accessories’ section of your helmet model.

Note:

When fitting the inner lining, ensure that the ventilation gaps of the head band are positioned over the ventilation

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Warning:

Never ride with any part of the inner lining removed.

Warning:

Strong heat sources (such as from exhaust) may 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 handlebars.

13. VENTILATION SYSTEMS

Ventilation device 1 – adjustment of the Face Shield

(Face Shield ventilation)

The SR1 features a Face Shield that can be adjusted to various positions. You can open the Face Shield depending on the speed so much that your eyes remain protected from unpleasant air draughts.

Ventilation device 2 – Face Shield ventilation

To ventilate the Face Shield, the SR1 features an inlet vent in the chin area.

Regardless of the positioning of the helmet, some 80-90% of the air in the central flow pattern flows into the open air inlet. A deflector ensures that even at low speeds the airflow ventilates the inner side of the Face Shield effectively. Pressing on the lower or upper part of the ventilation element will respectively open or close the air inlet.

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Ventilation system 3 – head ventilation

(Proactive-Dynamic-Ventilation-System)

To provide ventilation to the surface of the head, two air inlet fairings are fitted on the upper side of the helmet shell. Air entering these inlets is guided effectively via channels to the top of the head. The advanced cushion system inside the helmet allows direct contact between incoming air and the head, making the collection and removal of heat from the interior through the air outlet vents on the rear of the helmet and in the embedded mesh fabric in the neck area. Moving the ventilation sliders to the rear position opens the ventilation channels in the helmet; if they are in the forward position, the ventilation is closed. The level of ventilation varies with the current speed and sitting position.

The maximum volume of air intake is obtained by assuming a sports sitting position.

Ventilation device 4 – interior air extraction

The SR1 is equipped with a constant air extraction system. Air present in the interior and entering via the ventilation is guided via channels towards the rear of the helmet. The reduced pressure present to the rear of the helmet ensures a constant suction of the air from the inside through the air outlets under the spoiler and in the special mesh material in the neck cushion ensuring a comfortable temperature inside the helmet.

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Ventilation system 5 – chin ventilation

(2-way chin ventilation)

The advanced two-way chin ventilation provides for fresh air at all times around the chin. If required, fresh air entering the air inlet can be diverted through air channels in the cheek comfort pads in such a way that moisture and heat in the cheek pads can be effectively removed from the helmet. You can set chin ventilation as required by means of the operating element on the chin.

Switch to centre – ventilation disabled

Switch to right – ventilation of cheek pads Switch to left – chin ventilation enabled

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14. ADDITIONAL SAFETY FEATURES

Anti-roll-off system (A.R.O.S.)

The anti-roll-off system specially developed by SCHUBERTH and provided as a safety feature in every SCHUBERTH motorcycle helmet ensures that, when the chinstrap is fastened (see section

D.10 for operation of the chinstrap/fastener system) 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 ofan accident are reduced.

Refl ective panels

Together with the silver refl ective strips located laterally at the back of the neck pad, the two refl ective panels integrated into the left and right areas under the visor plate help make the motorcycle rider more noticeable on the road, especially in conditions of poor visibility.

If the helmet is plain (no decoration), the SCHUBERTH name also appears on the front and back of the helmet in a refl ective fi lm.

Note:

Keep the refl ective safety areas clean.

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