Schubert E1 / Shoei X2 Hornet

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Carelw
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Schubert E1 / Shoei X2 Hornet

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Anyone owned or used both lids? Varying opinion from reviews and dealers in regards to which helmet is the quietest, has the least buffeting and peak vibration. Only 3 criteria I need to get clarity on. Both high end, fit well, comfortable etc. Thanks
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Re: Schubert E1 / Shoei X2 Hornet

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been looking at helmets myself recently had it down to two either the Shoei Hornet or the Arai Tour x4
Managed to try both on yesterday and I found that the fit was better on the Arai and it was also a lot more comfortable.it also looked and felt like a better quality helmet.
The Arai is a bit more expensive than the shoei so need to shop around to find the deal I need. :evil: :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo:
I didn't consider the Schubert the only reason for that is the that I really do not like flip front helmets :( :(

Sorry to throw another one into the mix for you. :whistle:
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Re: Schubert E1 / Shoei X2 Hornet

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I've got the Schuberth E1 and love it.
Set up the peak to give just the right balance.
I don't get much buffet at all and it's pretty quiet.
Notice a bit of buffet when there is a cross wind, but nothing onerous.
The E1 whilst a flip does not have the ride open certification.
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I have the E1..


It is a lovely lid!

My only reservation with it, is that the peak is quite weak and wobbles if the wind catches it wrongly.

Its great for most things - but I use my lid to tour with - and if I'm doing a long day - I absolutely have to take the peak off - if the wind hits it at the right speed and angle - it can almost vibrate! It should have been a bit more rigid - and the locking mech isn't quite perfect...
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Re: Schubert E1 / Shoei X2 Hornet

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Jules060 wrote:I've got the Schuberth E1 and love it.
Set up the peak to give just the right balance.
I don't get much buffet at all and it's pretty quiet.
Notice a bit of buffet when there is a cross wind, but nothing onerous.
The E1 whilst a flip does not have the ride open certification.
Same with me ... :)
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