I have been riding i Rukka gear for the last 18 years and think it is superb. Your rukka jacket still looks new after 5-6 years and the Klim looks older even though it is newer.
Thanx for the great & in depth review. I have both the Klim Carlsbad & Badlands Pro combined with the Carlsbad pants. I ride in arctic climates mainly Scandinavia. Yes it rains & snows & can Get cold. Use Carlsbad as a summer jacket & the Badlands as a spring & autumn jacket. Pros: Protection Comfort Water proofing Loose fit (as i use airbag vest) Ventilation Pockets & storage Kidney belt Cons: Reflective strips comes off after a while. Zippers to pants reveresed(out of the box can not fit a pant of different model) Badlands too heavy & stiff making cold air penetrate thru the sleeves near glove.
American fit is larger around the body so they put in a belt to carry the load. Americans should go easy with those hotdogs and hamburgers! I have both Klim and Rukka gear and Rukka is always the slimmer fit. Much more comfy for me than Klim, although both are excellent depending on your body type. My buddy and his big belly prefer the Klim. Never thought that was the reason! Thanks for the great review!
Haha, there are big guts everywhere, not just in America. I will say that "true" adventure jackets particularly from Klim, are cut wider in the waist so that the rider doesn't experience restricted movement in challenging, off-road conditions. Sizing can be challenging for anyone and any manufacturer.
Thank you for the comprehensive review. My conclusion is that the Rukka is for normal people and the Klim is for fat people. I'm 66 and have ridden motorcycles since 1973. I always ride in my AA leather jacket and AAA jeans. When touring and on frequent weekend trips, I find them more comfortable off the bike. I always bring my rain gear: A 30 year old Abeko jacket (£ 24) and a 20 year old pair of Wenaas PVC trousers (£ 8). Only problem is that I need to take off my trekking boots to don the trousers but I'm getting used to it. Maybe I'm stingy but it works for me.
And that is what I call a review Sir! both jacket and trousers! fantastic job!, you should be teaching all those companies how to do proper reviews, and the down-to-minute details and possibilities they offer.
Thanks, great review👍😊 boiled down, Rukka best i very vet and cold conditions, Klim bedst in hot conditions, I live in DK, I guess if I was going south I would take Klim , going north I would take the Rukka ...... Now I just have to decide which way to ride 👍😊
Thanks - I went Rukka in the end, just didn't like the fit on the Klim as much (especially on the trousers). Thought you made some very good points - you'll be pleased to know Rukka also has a key loop now as well ;-)
Really good review, I was looking at getting the Rukka as I prefer the black style jacket and I like the cut better too. But after watching this I think the Klim would suit my needs so much more. I will have to go and try one on and see what they are like to wear. It is a big decision as they are very expensive so this video could have saved my from buying the wrong one just because I think the Rukka looks cooler. Cheers buddy 🙂
Yes it is a very big decision as they are ridiculously expensive. Like you, I love the cut and style of the Rukka and I wear that jacket a lot. However, the Klim is better for adventure riding, as I explain in the video.
@@SongsFromTheSaddlenow Rukka have the Ecuado-R suit for adventure riders, the quality and the finishing for me it’s way better then Klim, even the fitting. All the best
Thanks for the great rewiev! For better ventilation from Rukka check their Rimo-R (formerly called ROR) adventure jacket. I have had ROR 4 years now, it has already good ventilation but it is improved even more for Rimo-R. And it's about half price compared to these 🙂
I have the Klim Badlands Pro just like yours but in Large. The venting is superb. That rear zip takes some practice to do up. I sometimes just zip them together before putting the pants on if I know I’m heading out all day. The Badlands Pro pants by the way are superb for venting and fit. I wish the lower cuffs were easier on/off over my bigger boots. You missed several more pockets btw 😅
Thanks for the review. Wish I had seen this earlier however I think I bought the right jacket for me. I just purchased the Rukka Raptor R jacket and pants. I like the jacket very much so far. I think it looks much better than Klim imo. I have had jacket with short zipper to connect the pants and it was hard. The zipper is much better on Rukka. A bonus is that the Rukka zipper is compatible with Halvarsson/Lindberg also. I bought a zipper to mount on my biker jeans (thread with belt) when I used Lindberg jacket and this now fits with the Rukka jacket. I agree the neck collar is very bulky and also very tight for my neck. I have Rukka size 58 where the collar is a snug fit with two thin layers around my neck. My former Lindberg jacket size 60 had a collar which did not fit me at all. I always had it open or I would have a hard and unbearable pressure on my throat. What I really like with the Rukka is the nice fit. It both feels and looks great on me compared to many other brands. The many pockets on the Klim is something I can live without but could be something to miss on the long trips maybe. Both jackets seems to be a good choice anyways.
Excellent comparison of these two premium jackets Simon. Eat your heart out Chris chap in a cap (Motolegends) I’m a Halvarssons fanboy. The Naren is similar to the Rukka at a least a third of the price.
Great review. have you ever rode in rain with a cotton sweater or shirt onder the jacket? I have a Rev it dominator and it leaks at the inner elbows, so that is why I am looking for Klim or Rukka
You didn’t show the napoleon pocket on the KLIM. Waterproof. You didn’t really talk about which pockets are waterproof either. Otherwise great depth. It’s the only reason I mention it
I enjoyed your presentation style and personality. I watched the entire video despite never being interested in these types of jackets. Firstly, I wouldn't spend that much UNLESS it was bespoke. Secondly, I don't tour. I ride off-road enduro style most of the time. Finally, on the rare occasions I ride on-road, I'll wear leathers or lined jeans. If you'd consult MOTOCAP and learn a bit more about safety components, you'd see that despite being a tank, the Klim Badlands Pro didn't score very well for impact abrasion. However, their choice of armour is very good for road riders and scored very well. I think you are incorrect about armour weights. If you add all your pads up, I think you'll be in the 1.5kg range which is not insignificant. I tend to wear all the armour but in a lighter chassis off-road. I just need a no frills shirt, no need for pockets or any silly extras. These kind of things are for sale, but I can make my own bespoke garment for about £50 in materials that is superior in fit, comfort and safety. I'm originally from Yorkshire but now I live in Mongolia. So I know English weather (yuk) but Mongolian weather is extreme but not wet, except a bit in Summer. So our riding conditions are entirely different. When I ride in Vietnam and Thailand though, I wear a perforated leather jacket, part-lined kevlar jeans and take waterproofs separately. I'm never too hot unless I stop in which case, I'd be hot in anything. Mesh is diabolically weak and should only be put in low-risk areas.
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I have been riding i Rukka gear for the last 18 years and think it is superb. Your rukka jacket still looks new after 5-6 years and the Klim looks older even though it is newer.
Light colours will show dirt which makes them look older regardless of relative wear.
Ein gut gemachter, praxisnaher Vergleich
Thanx for the great & in depth review.
I have both the Klim Carlsbad & Badlands Pro combined with the Carlsbad pants.
I ride in arctic climates mainly Scandinavia. Yes it rains & snows & can Get cold.
Use Carlsbad as a summer jacket & the Badlands as a spring & autumn jacket.
Pros:
Protection
Comfort
Water proofing
Loose fit (as i use airbag vest)
Ventilation
Pockets & storage
Kidney belt
Cons:
Reflective strips comes off after a while.
Zippers to pants reveresed(out of the box can not fit a pant of different model)
Badlands too heavy & stiff making cold air penetrate thru the sleeves near glove.
A very informative video, Simon…thank you. I’ve had a Rukka before but I’ll get a KLIM next purchase. Cheers mate, ride safe! 👍🏍️🍺🇿🇦
American fit is larger around the body so they put in a belt to carry the load. Americans should go easy with those hotdogs and hamburgers! I have both Klim and Rukka gear and Rukka is always the slimmer fit. Much more comfy for me than Klim, although both are excellent depending on your body type. My buddy and his big belly prefer the Klim. Never thought that was the reason! Thanks for the great review!
I agree. I find the Klim is better in winter when I can fit a warm jacket underneath
Haha, there are big guts everywhere, not just in America. I will say that "true" adventure jackets particularly from Klim, are cut wider in the waist so that the rider doesn't experience restricted movement in challenging, off-road conditions. Sizing can be challenging for anyone and any manufacturer.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your useful and pertinent information! I appreciate your reviews.
Thank You soo much for this review! Was very clarifying to me!
Very thorough going review, well done! Never seen anything like this concerning ride clothing. Thanks!
Great review thank you, am looking at a slightly different jacket but both Klim and Rukka, has given me lots to consider. 😎🏍️
Great comparison, thank you. I would add the guarantee angle. 5 years from Rukka vs lifetime from Klim
Loved this real world review. Gives you exactly the right perspective.
Well done chap
Thanks for the feedback. I make these videos to try and help other riders.
thank you for making a consumer review!! thank you your a G
Thank you for the comprehensive review. My conclusion is that the Rukka is for normal people and the Klim is for fat people. I'm 66 and have ridden motorcycles since 1973. I always ride in my AA leather jacket and AAA jeans. When touring and on frequent weekend trips, I find them more comfortable off the bike. I always bring my rain gear: A 30 year old Abeko jacket (£ 24) and a 20 year old pair of Wenaas PVC trousers (£ 8). Only problem is that I need to take off my trekking boots to don the trousers but I'm getting used to it. Maybe I'm stingy but it works for me.
And that is what I call a review Sir! both jacket and trousers! fantastic job!, you should be teaching all those companies how to do proper reviews, and the down-to-minute details and possibilities they offer.
Thanks. They are so expensive, you need to know what you are buying.
Thanks, great review👍😊 boiled down, Rukka best i very vet and cold conditions, Klim bedst in hot conditions, I live in DK, I guess if I was going south I would take Klim , going north I would take the Rukka ...... Now I just have to decide which way to ride 👍😊
smashing review !! thanks very much this helps a great deal
Thanks for the feedback. I make these videos to try and help other riders.
Good video mate heading GLasgow to Portsmouth in Jan need a jacket.
Thank you for a great review! For me a big guy klim would fit me perfectly! Ride safe
Thanks - I went Rukka in the end, just didn't like the fit on the Klim as much (especially on the trousers). Thought you made some very good points - you'll be pleased to know Rukka also has a key loop now as well ;-)
Glad you found the video useful. They are definitely very different in fit.
Really good review, I was looking at getting the Rukka as I prefer the black style jacket and I like the cut better too. But after watching this I think the Klim would suit my needs so much more. I will have to go and try one on and see what they are like to wear. It is a big decision as they are very expensive so this video could have saved my from buying the wrong one just because I think the Rukka looks cooler.
Cheers buddy 🙂
Yes it is a very big decision as they are ridiculously expensive. Like you, I love the cut and style of the Rukka and I wear that jacket a lot. However, the Klim is better for adventure riding, as I explain in the video.
Cracking review ,thank you .
@@SongsFromTheSaddlenow Rukka have the Ecuado-R suit for adventure riders, the quality and the finishing for me it’s way better then Klim, even the fitting. All the best
Thanks for the great rewiev!
For better ventilation from Rukka check their Rimo-R (formerly called ROR) adventure jacket. I have had ROR 4 years now, it has already good ventilation but it is improved even more for Rimo-R. And it's about half price compared to these 🙂
I have the Klim Badlands Pro just like yours but in Large. The venting is superb.
That rear zip takes some practice to do up. I sometimes just zip them together before putting the pants on if I know I’m heading out all day.
The Badlands Pro pants by the way are superb for venting and fit. I wish the lower cuffs were easier on/off over my bigger boots.
You missed several more pockets btw 😅
Thanks for the review. Wish I had seen this earlier however I think I bought the right jacket for me. I just purchased the Rukka Raptor R jacket and pants. I like the jacket very much so far. I think it looks much better than Klim imo. I have had jacket with short zipper to connect the pants and it was hard. The zipper is much better on Rukka. A bonus is that the Rukka zipper is compatible with Halvarsson/Lindberg also. I bought a zipper to mount on my biker jeans (thread with belt) when I used Lindberg jacket and this now fits with the Rukka jacket. I agree the neck collar is very bulky and also very tight for my neck. I have Rukka size 58 where the collar is a snug fit with two thin layers around my neck. My former Lindberg jacket size 60 had a collar which did not fit me at all. I always had it open or I would have a hard and unbearable pressure on my throat. What I really like with the Rukka is the nice fit. It both feels and looks great on me compared to many other brands. The many pockets on the Klim is something I can live without but could be something to miss on the long trips maybe. Both jackets seems to be a good choice anyways.
I have a similar problem with a small neck collar on my Rebelhorn Hunter leather jacket. The magnet closing strap is too short for my neck.
Tank you for the very good review!
Excellent comparison of these two premium jackets Simon. Eat your heart out Chris chap in a cap (Motolegends) I’m a Halvarssons fanboy. The Naren is similar to the Rukka at a least a third of the price.
Yes, I agree that Halvarssons are better value.
Have you got the Rukka trousers ?
Great review, I’m looking at purchasing a Rukka suit
Yes. Comparative review of the Rukka and Klim trousers will be on my channel soon.
Excelent review, thanks a lot !!
Great Review!!!
Great review. have you ever rode in rain with a cotton sweater or shirt onder the jacket? I have a Rev it dominator and it leaks at the inner elbows, so that is why I am looking for Klim or Rukka
Neither jacket has every leaked on me, even in extremely heavy rain.
@@SongsFromTheSaddle Thank you for your reaction and your time to make the video
You didn’t show the napoleon pocket on the KLIM. Waterproof. You didn’t really talk about which pockets are waterproof either. Otherwise great depth. It’s the only reason I mention it
Thanks for sharing
I enjoyed your presentation style and personality. I watched the entire video despite never being interested in these types of jackets. Firstly, I wouldn't spend that much UNLESS it was bespoke. Secondly, I don't tour. I ride off-road enduro style most of the time. Finally, on the rare occasions I ride on-road, I'll wear leathers or lined jeans.
If you'd consult MOTOCAP and learn a bit more about safety components, you'd see that despite being a tank, the Klim Badlands Pro didn't score very well for impact abrasion. However, their choice of armour is very good for road riders and scored very well.
I think you are incorrect about armour weights. If you add all your pads up, I think you'll be in the 1.5kg range which is not insignificant. I tend to wear all the armour but in a lighter chassis off-road. I just need a no frills shirt, no need for pockets or any silly extras. These kind of things are for sale, but I can make my own bespoke garment for about £50 in materials that is superior in fit, comfort and safety.
I'm originally from Yorkshire but now I live in Mongolia. So I know English weather (yuk) but Mongolian weather is extreme but not wet, except a bit in Summer. So our riding conditions are entirely different. When I ride in Vietnam and Thailand though, I wear a perforated leather jacket, part-lined kevlar jeans and take waterproofs separately. I'm never too hot unless I stop in which case, I'd be hot in anything. Mesh is diabolically weak and should only be put in low-risk areas.
good review , i do not like how klim look big
thx
Newspaper is good also and cheap but i don't know any decent newspaper so i don't buy them.
like the klim but thay want USA $1000 for a Badlands i am now geting into the sport of off road riding love it But 1K..
I know. Insane prices.
nuthen beats Rukka... nuthen... the yankees never manged to come up with sonething unconditional useful ...
I'll be honest, I couldn't stand how ugly both jackets looked, so I ended on buying the Belstaff Long Way Up jacket.
Oh please just shut up already 0:56
I'm just trying to help out other riders. Sorry if it didn't work for you. Thanks anyway for taking even more of your time to leave the feedback.