Rukka Comfo-R trousers in black

New for the 2022 season is Rukka’s Comfo-R suit, of which this pant is the matching lower half. What sets the Comfo-R apart in the Rukka range is that its waterproofing comes courtesy of a drop-liner membrane rather than a laminated one.

The chassis of the pant is made from a 500 denier Cordura, but importantly the fabric has woven into it an element of stretch, and it is this that gives the Comfo-R its extraordinary comfort.

On the knees and hips there’s an additional layer of 500 denier Cordura for extra strength and abrasion resistance. On the subject of protection, the pant comes fitted with, vented, Level 2 D3O armour in the hips and knees.

The membrane is by Gore-Tex. The fact that it’s a drop-liner membrane also adds to the comfort factor. Drop-liner membranes, of course, also make for warmer garments as they trap air better than laminated garments.

For colder weather the pant has a removable, 60g. thermal liner. When it’s warm, two zipped vents on the thighs will allow cooler air to circulate around the legs.

You get two zipped pockets on the sides. And there’s a zip that enables you to connect the pants to any Rukka or Halvarssons jacket.

The waist has an adjuster system. A popper arrangement also allows you to alter the volume in the lower leg. At the bottom of the leg you get long zips with Velcro laps that will allow you to wear the pants over just about any road boot.

In the bum you get Rukka’s AirCushion and Antiglide systems. The former helps breathability in order to avoid sweatiness; the latter stops you sliding around the seat.

Importantly, the pants come in short, regular and long lengths, although only Motolegends will be carrying the longer trousers.

The Comfo-R is a fabulous jacket and pant combination. Rukka is best known for its laminated outfits and indeed lamination has become all the rage in recent years. Nonetheless, we are of the view that drop-liner outfits are a better option for 90% of riders 90% of the time. And the Comfo-R is one of the very best drop-liner outfits we have come across. It is not inexpensive, but is not unaffordable; it’s a suit that every biker should look at.