Ruroc helmets any experience - thoughts?

Ruroc helmets any experience - thoughts?

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T6 vanman

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3,256 posts

113 months

Sunday 2nd March
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As per the title,

Went to the ExCel show fortnight ago and spent some time looking at new helmets,

Didn't see this brand but quite fancy the Atlas 4
https://www.ruroc.com/en_gb/atlas-4-ruby

Main considerations to me (Apart from fitting obviously)
Current helmet is Carbon shelled - This is also Carbon shelled as I like the light weight.
Current helmet DD chinstrap - I like the idea of Fidlock (Seatbelt style latching)
Whilst not super important it has Shockwave Bluetooth Audio which is probably better than using a phone earpiece for the rare occasions I need NAVI directions.
Obviously I'm liking the look/design
What are your thoughts on this lid?

Sidecar Man

674 posts

75 months

Sunday 2nd March
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Tried one at Donington on the launch. Hated it Really loud uncomfortable and anything passed 90mph the helmet was pressed up against my nose
Horrible. Wouldn't wear one even if the gave me it. And that's unusual for me biggrinbiggrinbiggrin

paddy1970

1,098 posts

123 months

Sunday 2nd March
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One thing to consider is that Ruroc helmets sometimes have mixed reviews regarding wind noise. Some riders find them a bit louder than premium helmets from brands like Shoei or Arai. The aerodynamics have improved with each generation though, and the Atlas 4 is their most refined model yet.

Have you had a chance to try one on for fit? Ruroc helmets tend to have a slightly more oval internal shape.

T6 vanman

Original Poster:

3,256 posts

113 months

Sunday 2nd March
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Sidecar Man said:
Tried one at Donington on the launch. Hated it Really loud uncomfortable and anything passed 90mph the helmet was pressed up against my nose
Horrible. Wouldn't wear one even if the gave me it. And that's unusual for me biggrinbiggrinbiggrin
Was that the Atlas 4 or another model?
You say helmet pressed against nose, Could it have been a bit large for you, I'm a medium and rarely get any movement with a lid

Sidecar Man

674 posts

75 months

Sunday 2nd March
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T6 vanman said:
Was that the Atlas 4 or another model?
You say helmet pressed against nose, Could it have been a bit large for you, I'm a medium and rarely get any movement with a lid
Yeah was the 4 their first ACU approved helmet .
No was a small and was tight to get on but it twisted downwards and the shaped nose piece pressed into my nose.

T6 vanman

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3,256 posts

113 months

Sunday 2nd March
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Thanks ... Shame as it really appealed to me frown

Drawweight

3,286 posts

130 months

Monday 3rd March
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Unfortunately that’s the risk you take when you buy a helmet.

They may look great with great specs and even good reviews but personally you could be disappointed. Even different riding positions alter the noise.

Not sure there’s any way to get round that.

Rushjob

2,145 posts

272 months

Monday 3rd March
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Sidecar Man said:
Yeah was the 4 their first ACU approved helmet .
No was a small and was tight to get on but it twisted downwards and the shaped nose piece pressed into my nose.
Crash helmet that doesn't fit properly is uncomfortable to wear.

Wow, what a shocker!

It's almost like different helmet makes from different countries have different head shapes that find them comfortable whereas others don't is an entirely new concept in motorcycling .

T6 vanman

Original Poster:

3,256 posts

113 months

Monday 3rd March
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Rushjob said:
Sidecar Man said:
Yeah was the 4 their first ACU approved helmet .
No was a small and was tight to get on but it twisted downwards and the shaped nose piece pressed into my nose.
Crash helmet that doesn't fit properly is uncomfortable to wear.

Wow, what a shocker!

It's almost like different helmet makes from different countries have different head shapes that find them comfortable whereas others don't is an entirely new concept in motorcycling .
I think you've misjudged Sidecars comments,

airsafari87

3,073 posts

196 months

Monday 3rd March
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Rushjob said:
Crash helmet that doesn't fit properly is uncomfortable to wear.

Wow, what a shocker!

It's almost like different helmet makes from different countries have different head shapes that find them comfortable whereas others don't is an entirely new concept in motorcycling .
Username checks out.

Sidecar Man

674 posts

75 months

Monday 3rd March
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Rushjob said:
Crash helmet that doesn't fit properly is uncomfortable to wear.

Wow, what a shocker!

It's almost like different helmet makes from different countries have different head shapes that find them comfortable whereas others don't is an entirely new concept in motorcycling .
Sorry the question was opinions on Ruroc Helmets. I gave my opinion. I,m guessing you weren't at the launch so haven't tried one and are unable to offer any useful input.

Sidecar Man

674 posts

75 months

Monday 3rd March
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T6 vanman said:
Thanks ... Shame as it really appealed to me frown
Go and try one. See how it feels

anonymous-user

68 months

Monday 3rd March
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I bought one, purely for the looks.

They're f*cking st. I've never worn it on the bike.

Here endeth the review.

Dirknights

116 posts

113 months

Thursday 6th March
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I had one, it was awful. Uncomfortable (the right size) incredibly noisy and peripheral visibility wasn't particularly good.
Wouldn't' recommend.

T6 vanman

Original Poster:

3,256 posts

113 months

Friday 7th March
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Thanks all .... New AGV been purchased to protect my bonce thumbup

carinaman

23,074 posts

186 months

Friday 7th March
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T6 vanman said:
Thanks all .... New AGV been purchased to protect my bonce thumbup
Congratulations. I really like the brand.