Schuberth E2 Helmet Review – Adventure Motorcycle Magazine

The release of the Schuberth E2 has been a long time in the making. In 2016 Schuberth set the world ablaze when it introduced the E1. Unfortunately for me, the helmet did not fit my head shape. Schuberth stated the E1 was designed after the C3. However, the C3 fit me perfectly, and I loved everything about that platform, but that just wasn’t the case for me with the E1. And I was super bummed I couldn’t have the same C3-styled fit.

Fast forward to 2023 with the release of the E2. The shell has been redesigned from the bottom up. It is fiberglass reinforced with a basalt layer that improves shock absorption while lightening the weight. A new chin bar mechanism allows it to be locked in the up position, and Schuberth also relocated the chin strap in the throat area making it more comfortable. The returning drop-down sun visor is one of the best in the business. It sits low, so there are no line-of-sight issues.

The review helmet was equipped with Schuberth’s SC2 helmet comm system preinstalled, which is based on the Sena 50S system ($349). All you do is snap the external controls into place, and you’re ready to hit the road. Using the Sena system is a breeze. It offers three different intercom modes—Multi-Channel Open Mesh, Group Mesh, and Bluetooth. Using the Open Mesh feature, with the click of one button, allows you to connect to a practically infinite number of users.

My first outing with the E2 was the March Moto Madness Rally, which covered about 1,600 miles over five days in temperatures ranging from the mid 30°Fs to low 60°Fs. I found the E2 is exceptionally quiet at speed—it’s so quiet that you can easily forget to wear ear protection. Having those cooler temperatures was a great way to test how the interior airflow works. There’s a large top slider vent that allows a lot of air to flow over the top of the head, and a two-stage chin bar vent that keeps the air flowing on the front of the face, as well as helping to control fogging if the included Pinlock isn’t installed. The Pinlock on my test unit became to bit loose after three months, but a simple adjustment on made it tight again.

The E2 is an improvement over the E1 in terms of shell size and fit. The lower chin strap flaps keep the bottom of the helmet sealed for the most comfortable ride and in-flight music listening experience I’ve ever had. I have been an Arai fan for a long time, but this E2 has become my new favorite when I head out on a long trip. That says a lot!

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MSRP: $799 (solid) $899 (graphics)

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PROS:

• Extremely quiet
• Speakers and antenna pre-installed
• Well balanced shell

CONS:

• Graphic options dark in color
• A little pricey for some