Rukka.

[SouthHamsMan]

What is it like nowadays? I know the price is the biggest negative but are there better cheaper options out there?

Does anyone stock them in the south west where I can go and have a look? Went to Helmet City today but they don’t carry stock.

 

[JonnyBravo]

Rukka - not goretex
(Just to piss off the chap in a cap)

I bought their Kemi suit earlier this year and it’s by far the best suit I have ever bought.
Quality, build, fit, comfort and waterproofness

Kemi

And I went in to try it on as a suit - asked for a discount at the till and got one to the tune of £150.

 

[wessie]

I like the drop liner stuff and bought my current stuff in sales from FC Moto. Fuel trousers and Chariklo jacket cost around 300 euros each. I have used this suit in biblical rain and some very hot days when you get caught out by an unseasonable heatwave mid trip and do not have the mesh gear with you.

The twat in the hat at Motolegends has stated several times, that for most people, the cheaper Goretex drop liner stuff is a better buy.

Infinity stock Rukka https://www.infinitymotorcycles.com/find-a-store
as do https://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/stores

 

[Mr Derek]

What is it like nowadays? I know the price is the biggest negative but are there better cheaper options out there?

Does anyone stock them in the south west where I can go and have a look? Went to Helmet City today but they don’t carry stock.

Helmet City West Bay carries a small selection. If you know what you want to look at, phone them and ask them to get it in in your size. If you don't like/want it they will simply return it. They will happily get 2 or 3 different styles and sizes. They know Rukka or similar is a big purchase and want customers to be happy. It's best to visit mid week if you want to try several items on as the shop is really busy on Saturdays.

I've got a Rukka Nivala 2 jacket and I think it's brilliant. Warm, dry, reasonable vents and very comfortable. I was working at Helmet City when I bought it so got it a lot cheaper than retail. Don't pay full retail. Discounts are always available if you ask nicely.

 

[Fiddlesticks]

.. in the hat at Motolegends has stated several times, that for most people, the cheaper Goretex drop liner stuff is a better buy.

Never quite got this argument.
With drop liner stuff the outer vents are practically worthless. The liner isn't fitted so doesn't keep you fully dry. The outer shell wets out.

 

[MikeS]

What is it like nowadays? I know the price is the biggest negative but are there better cheaper options out there?

Does anyone stock them in the south west where I can go and have a look? Went to Helmet City today but they don’t carry stock.

Sports Bike Shop Bristol stocks Rukka but a bit a trek for you.

 

[MartinK]

My Mrs bought a new Nivala suit in Autumn last year. I was reasonably impressed so I also bagged a Nivsala2 suit in the sale.....
At full price I would question the value compared to other suits I own, but with 30% or so discount it seems good
Using it now for a 4500 miles tour to Romania
I still prefer my old Enduroguard suit tho, for features and perceived quality....

When we were looking at Rukka kit at the NEC, we were speaking to an apparently knowledgeable sales guy, and I asked about Rukka quality issues when they shifted manufacturing to china a few years ago. He did indeed say Rukka quality dipped at first but has now recovered to pre-china level....