SCHUBERTH R2 BASIC User Manual

MANUAL

R2

BASIC

BASIC

R2

THANK YOU FOR PLACING YOUR TRUST,

In our decades of experience in the development and manufacture of
motorcycle helmets. We’re delighted that you have chosen the SCHUBERTH
R2 BASIC. Each and every R2 BASIC that leaves our factory has been made
with exquisite craftsmanship using state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques.

The R2 BASIC features outstanding aeroacoustics and advanced ergonomics.
Perfected in a wind tunnel, the aerodynamics ensure stable helmet
performance at all times. Naturally, the R2 BASIC possesses the tried and
tested SCHUBERTH helmet features you have come to expect when it
comes to safety, comfort and designed. All these features, the stringent
quality requirements we place on the materials used, as well as our meticulous
craftsmanship, go together to make a quality product designed to meet
extremely high expectations in safety and reliability on the road – especially on
long journeys.

We hope you have plenty of fun with your SCHUBERTH R2 BASIC and a safe
and enjoyable trip at all times.

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A. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL CORRECTLY

Please take time to 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

Advice: practical tips

Caution:

This helmet is not intended for use in the USA and Canada. The helmet has been inspected
and approved to the European ECE Standard and therefore does not conform to US and
Canadian regulations and requirements. It is only legal to use the helmet in countries in which
the European ECE Standard is valid. If you use the helmet in other countries, you will not in
the event of injury be entitled to make a claim for compensation before the US or Canadian
courts or the courts of other countries not bound by the ECE Standard.

Note:

We reserve the right to make changes that reect technical advances and
to do so without express notice.

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B. CONTENTS

A. How to use the manual correctly 3

B. Contents 4

C. The helmet 6

1. Standard 6

2. ECE approval 6

3. Anatomy the helmet 7

4. Outer shell 7

5. Inner shell 7

6. Aerodynamics 8

7. Aeroacoustics 8

8. Wind deector 10

9. Retention system 10

10. Visor 11

11. Inner lining 18

12. Ventilation systems 22

13. Additional safety features 23

D. Putting on and taking o the helmet 24

1. Putting on the helmet 24

2. Taking o the helmet 24

E. Before every journey 25

1. Checking the helmet 25

2. Checking the chinstrap 25

3. Checking the face shield and sun visor 26

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F. For your safety 27

1. Safety advice concerning the helmet 27

2. Safety advice concerning the face shield / sun visor 28

3. Safety advice concerning modications / accessories 28

G. Care and maintenance 29

1. Outer shell 29

2. Face shield and sun visor 29

3. Inner lining 30

4. Ventilation 30

5. Locking system 31

6. Storing the helmet 31

H. Accessories and replacement parts 32

1. Accessories and replacement parts 32

2. Obtaining original SCHUBERTH parts 32

I. SCHUBERTH service 33

J. Warranty 33

K. How to contact us 34

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C. THE HELMET

1. STANDARD

The R2 BASIC conforms to the ECE-R 22.05 standard. This testing norm
guarantees conformity to dened safety standards in respect of impact
absorption, visor, retention system and eld of vision. The certication applies to
all the countries of the European Union and all countries that recognize the ECE
standard. It also guarantees conformity with all insurance requirements that are
important in the event of a claim.

Please note that this R2 BASIC with ECE approval is not certied for the USA,
Canada or any other EU countries. It is only permitted for use in countries where
the ECE standard is valid.

Note:

The only SCHUBERTH helmets that it is legal to use in the USA, Canada
or other non-EU countries are those with the appropriate approval and
technical specications.

Further information and details of sales outlets for these helmets can be

found on the internet at:

WWW.SCHUBERTH.COM

2. ECE APPROVAL

ECE test standard

Certication number

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051234/P-1234

Certifying authority

Serial number

05123456

3. ANATOMY OF THE HELMET

Face shield

Inner lining

Face shield

ventilation/

Chin ventilation

Chin bar release

Head ventilation

Inner shell

Head outlet vent
Anti-fog lens

Visor mechanicsk

Outer shell

Chinstrap
(with double-D­fastening)

4. OUTER SHELL

The outer shell of the R2 BASIC helmet combines an aerodynamically optimal
shape with consistent protection. It consists of a special glass-bre reinforced
special duroplastic matrix developed by SCHUBERTH, which gives the helmet
the high level of strength needed for your protection.

Caution:

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

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5. INNER SHELL

For optimised impact absorption properties, the inner shell of the helmet
consists of several components. The complex multi-segment foam padding of
the main body provides better absorption and dissipation of impact forces and
gives you the highest level of safety.

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C. THE HELMET

6. AERODYNAMICS

Wind noise is low with the R2 BASIC, both for race-riding and during long
touring rides. The R2 BASIC produces practically no uplift even at speed.

Note:

Please note that the strong eddy currents that can occur as a result of
the fairing on faired motorcycles may have a signicant eect on the
aerodynamic characteristics of a helmet.

7. AEROACOUSTICS

Various features developed in SCHUBERTH’s wind tunnel make the helmet
agreeably quiet as far as aeroacoustics are concerned, while providing optimised
acoustic feedback when riding. This enhances concentration, especially at high
speeds.

Note:

Aeroacoustic values may vary according to the type of motorcycle, fairing
design, seat position and physical size of the rider.

Caution:

As a result 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.

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Note:

With faired motorcycles, strong eddy currents occur at the edges of
the wind shadow. These may signicantly reduce the aeroacoustic
performance of the helmet. The motorcycle fairing should be adjusted so
that the turbulence created does not strike the bottom surface of the
helmet.

aeroacousitcally non-critical area
aeroacoustically critical area

aeroacousitcally non-critical area

Turbulators

The patented turbulators on the top of the face shield also
optimise the aeroacoustic properties when riding and
prevent acoustic disturbances in the form of
whistling sounds that can be created by smooth
and straight edges.

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C. THE HELMET

8. WIND DEFLECTOR

The wind deector prevents any unwanted airstream into the helmet. In
addition, the noise of driving in the helmet can be further reduced.

Start with one side and repeat the process on the
other side.

Advice:

The t of the bottom of the helmet is
extremely important in ensuring that the
helmet is as quiet as possible. If you have a
smaller collar size, we recommend that you
also wear a scarf.

9. RETENTION SYSTEM

The restraint system of the R2 BASIC consists of the chinstrap. For helmet
sizes up to and including 54/55, a neckband is also available in the neck area.

CHIN STRAP WITH DOUBLEDFASTENING

The double-D-fastener allows for an easy and precise adjustment of the chin
strap.

Closing the chin strap

1. Thread the end of the chin strap through
the double-D-fastener.

2. Pull the chin strap tight and feed the free
end back through the front ring.

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3. Pull the free end of the chin strap until it’s
tight and comfortable on your chin.

4. Take the free end of the chin strap reverse
and ax to the press stud.

Loosing and opening

Release the press stud and pull on the red lug of
the double-D-fastener, so that the chin strap is
loosened.

Thread the free end of the chin strap out of the
double-D-fastener.

Caution:

Never ride without a closed and adjusted chin strap, otherwise you risk
losing the helmet from your head.

10. VISOR

The visor is a fog-free double-lens visor. By xing the inner anti-fog lens using
eccentric pins, the two visor panes are pre-tensioned together and are thereby
sealed. 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.

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COATING

The main visor has an anti-scratch coating.

Note:

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

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