6D Helmets
Launches New
ATR-3 Off-Road
Helmet
6
D Helmets released the new ATR-
3, the brand's newest off-road
motorcycle helmet. It features the
company's fifth-generation Omni-
Directional Suspension (ODS 5)
system, is 120 grams lighter weight
than the ATR-2, offers more venting,
and can mitigate impacts in a broad-
er range of conditions, says 6D.
A 3K carbon-composite shell of-
fers a rebuildable, replaceable EPS
liner, and to help prevent injury from
helmet impacts, the shell has clavi-
cle clearance, a compliant cervical-
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6D launched its new ATR-3 off-road helmet.
spine zone, and a sternum pad. Its shear-away
visor screws are recessed, and the helmet is
compatible with drink tubes. The ATR-3 also has
a removable roost guard, and the antibacterial
comfort liner is removable for washing.
"With over 13 years of experience in helmet
development, 6D's Omni-Directional Suspen
-
sion technology has been rigorously tested and
proven effective worldwide across multiple
helmet platforms," said Bob Weber, 6D's CEO and
co-founder. "We continuously challenge our
-
selves to enhance our technology and advanced
rider safety. This on-going pursuit of innovation
has led to the creation of the ATR-3—the lightest,
best-ventilated, and most technically advanced
helmet we have ever produced."
There are 20 different colorways to choose
from: three solids ($759.95) and 17 colorways
within the five graphics ($795.95). A mud-visor
extension and a storage bag are included.
On July 15, the FIM announced that the 6D
ATR-3 meets FIM homologation rules for its
off-road-helmet standards, which will become
mandatory for FIM-sanctioned races starting in
2026, with a few exceptions, like Trial riding.
We spent a scorching day at Glen Helen Race
-
way trying the new ATR-3 and can attest to its
lighter weight and increased venting. After going
back-to-back with the previous ATR-2, updates to
the new helmet are obvious. Plus, the new graph-
ics, like the Nova Carbon (featured here), look
good with just about any kit.
Ryan Nitzen
