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Rukka - 2023 Additions
The new Madagasca-R suit has a waterproof membrane that has been separated into its own three-layer shell suit that can be worn when needed , either on top or underneath the main suit . Together with tear and abrasion-resistant Cordura 500D outer material and abrasion-resistant Cordura 1500D reinforcements at the shoulders , elbows , hips and knees , the GORE-TEX shell garments make a convincing package . " A total of 14 vents ensure optimal ventilation of the jacket . Rukka D3O Air XTR Level 2 protectors on the shoulders , elbows , hips and knees / shins , as well as a Rukka D3O Air XTR Level 1 All Back protector ( Level 2 upgradable ) offer first-rate protection . In addition , the jacket can be fitted with a D3O CP1 divided chest protector . Additional features include elasticised inserts , front and back thigh vents on the adjustable Madagasca- R pants , the Rukka AirCushion System , heat and abrasion-resistant leather patches on the inner sides
Madagasca-R
of the knees and on the seat , and stretch panels at the crotch , inner thigh , around the knees and at the back . The suit has been CE-certified as Class AA according to the EN 17092-3:2020 standard . A " highly versatile suit ", the new Rukka ECUADO-R for men is a new product in Rukka ' s Adventure line , featuring a top-quality Goretex Pro three-layer laminate that is extremely abrasion and tearresistant , with Cordura 1500D reinforcements on the elbows and shoulders . The Ecuado-R combination is 100 % wind and waterproof and highly breathable . With no inner jacket included , motorcyclists can wear it with a Rukka midlayer of their own choice to adapt to cool weather conditions . On hotter days , 12 vents on the jacket ensure plenty of cooling . The pants have four vents and two waterproof pockets on the thighs and large leather patches on the inside and seating area .
Airgobi and Airgobina
For safety , it is equipped with the Rukka D3O Air XTR Level 2 protectors on the shoulders , elbows , hip and knees / shins ( CE standard EN 1621-1 2012 ), the Rukka D3O Air XTR All Back protector , Level 2 , ( EN 1621-2:2014 ) and the D3O CP1 Level 1 divided chest protector ( EN 1621-3:2018 ). The suit has been CE-certified as Class AA according to the EN 17092- 3:2020 standard . Rukka ' s new Airgobi and Airgobina ( his and hers ) summer touring suits combine " safety and protection with breathability and a comfortable fit . The body-hugging fit is the result of the elastic inserts on the sleeve , in the cuffs of the sleeve , in the back and in the sides of the jacket , as well as in the sides , above and behind the knees , above the seat area and on the ends of the trousers ’ legs . The bootcut trousers can be worn inside as well as over the motorcycle boot ". The outer shell is made of extremely air-permeable knitwear , containing mostly Cordura AFT . Further comfort in the heat is provided in the armpit , shoulder and trouser leg areas with the even wider meshed AFT +. Despite its breeziness , this outer material is highly abrasion-resistant , with extra Cordura AFT reinforcements on the elbows , shoulders , hips and knees further increasing protection . In the AIRGOBI men ’ s jacket , the shoulder and the elbow , and in the trousers the hip and the knee , are fitted with D3O Air XTR ( CE Norm EN 1621-1 2012 ) Level 2 limb protectors . The women ’ s AIRGOBINA jacket includes D3O LP1 ( CE Norm EN 1621-1 2012 ) Level 1 limb protectors in the same places . Both jackets include pockets for back and chest protectors , enabling an update with the additional Rukka D3O Air XTR All Back protector as well as the divided D3O CP1 chest protector . The suit has been CE-certified as Class A according to the EN 17092- 4:2020 standard . Built for versatile three-season use , the new Rukka Armagate suit " sets new standards among functional riding suits for the most demanding motorcyclists . Made of 100 % wind- and waterproof , breathable GORE-TEX Pro three-layer , laminated to abrasion and tear-resistant Cordura shell fabric , it has reinforcements in abrasion-resistant Cordura 1500D on the elbows , shoulders , hips and knees . Additional features include air vents with zips on the
Ecuado-R
Armagate
back , shoulders and sides of the jacket as well as on the thighs of the trousers which admit a cool breeze into the suit whenever desired . With no inner jacket included , riders can use their favourite Rukka midlayer . Annoying slippage is prevented by grippy Keprotec Antiglide on the outside of the pants ' seat , and the Rukka AirCushion System acts as a climate buffer against the motorcycle seat on the inside , wicking away moisture . The suit has been CE-certified as Class AA according to the EN 17092-3:2020 standard and benefits from the Rukka D3O Air XTR Level 2 protectors on the shoulders , elbows , hips and knees and is also fitted with the Rukka D3O Air XTR All Back protector Level 2 .
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