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Shoei RF-1400 vs Schuberth C5

A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Shoei RF-1400 is cheaper at $679.99. Every spec and price links to its source.

Which is better: the Shoei RF-1400 or Schuberth C5?

On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Shoei RF-1400 is the cheaper at $679.99.

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Full spec sheet

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Spec Shoei RF-1400 Schuberth C5
US price $679.99 $1099
BrandShoeiSchuberth
Released
Safety certification Snell M2025D; DOT FMVSS 218 ECE-R 22.06 with P/J homologation
Helmet type full-face modular
Shell material Multi-Ply Matrix AIM+ (fiberglass composite) DFP fiberglass reinforced with basalt fiber
Weight grams 1651 1790
Visor type CWR-F2 shield, Pinlock EVO lens included P/J-homologated shield; anti-fog Pinlock 120 lens available
Internal sun visor No Yes
Ventilation ports 4
Bluetooth ready Yes
Removable liner Yes Yes
Shell sizes 4

Sources — Shoei RF-1400: shoei-helmets.com (verified 2026-08-01). Schuberth C5: content.schuberth.com (verified 2026-08-01).

What's the difference between the Shoei RF-1400 and Schuberth C5?

Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (6 of 10). Matching specs are omitted.

  • Safety certification: Shoei RF-1400 Snell M2025D; DOT FMVSS 218 vs Schuberth C5 ECE-R 22.06 with P/J homologation
  • Helmet type: Shoei RF-1400 full-face vs Schuberth C5 modular
  • Shell material: Shoei RF-1400 Multi-Ply Matrix AIM+ (fiberglass composite) vs Schuberth C5 DFP fiberglass reinforced with basalt fiber
  • Weight grams: Shoei RF-1400 1651 vs Schuberth C5 1790
  • Visor type: Shoei RF-1400 CWR-F2 shield, Pinlock EVO lens included vs Schuberth C5 P/J-homologated shield; anti-fog Pinlock 120 lens available
  • Internal sun visor: Shoei RF-1400 false vs Schuberth C5 true

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