Roux by Pininfarina Motorsport Helmets — Made in Italy
Harris Race Radios is the Authorised Australasian Distributor, Dealer and Importer for Roux Helmets — your direct NZ and AU source for genuine Italian-made Roux motorsport helmets.
Designed by Pininfarina. Made in Italy. Not Made in China.
In a market flooded with helmets manufactured in China and badged with European-sounding names, Roux is the real thing. Designed and handcrafted in Italy by Pininfarina — the legendary design house behind Ferrari, Maserati, and Alfa Romeo. Every Roux helmet shell is hand-laid fiberglass, not injection-moulded, delivering a strength-to-weight ratio and finish quality that mass-produced helmets at this price point simply cannot match.
At this price point, you simply cannot buy a better-made helmet. That's not a marketing claim — it's a genuine manufacturing difference that shows up in fit, finish, and shell quality.
SA2025 Certified — Approved for MSNZ & Motorsport Australia
The current Roux R1 range carries Snell SA2025 homologation — the latest and highest current Snell rating for motorsport helmets. SA2025 is approved for use at MSNZ and Motorsport Australia sanctioned events including Speedway, MEGA, circuit racing, rally, off-road, clubman motorsport, karting, and endurance racing.
Who Are Roux Helmets For?
Roux helmets are the ideal choice for entry-level and club motorsport competitors across all disciplines:
- ✅ Speedway — heats, features, and endurance nights
- ✅ MEGA Endurance Racing — long stints, team communication
- ✅ Circuit Racing & Clubman Motorsport — MSNZ and MA sanctioned events
- ✅ Rally — co-driver communication, FIA-approved events
- ✅ Off-Road — cross-country, desert racing, off-road endurance
- ✅ Karting — SA2025 approved for senior karting categories
- ✅ Endurance Racing — 24-hour, 12-hour, Lemons, and budget endurance events
R1-F or R1-N — Which Roux Helmet Do You Need?
Roux make two versions of the R1 SA2025. The difference is simple:
- R1-F (Full Comms) — built-in noise-cancelling microphone, speaker pods, drink tube, and HANS anchors pre-installed. The right choice for any driver running a radio or intercom system. If you race Speedway, MEGA, endurance, rally, or any event where you communicate with your crew, the R1-F is the one you want.
- R1-N (No Comms) — identical helmet without the comms hardware. Speaker-ready for one-way receive (NitroBee, Quin Tracks, GT Members). Choose the R1-N only if you are certain you will never run two-way radio or intercom.
If in doubt, choose the R1-F. Contact Aaron Harris on +64 27 449 9654 if you're unsure which is right for your setup.
Why Buy Roux Helmets from Harris Race Radios?
Aaron Harris is an active racing driver, race engineer, and MSNZ Licence Examiner for helmets, racewear, FHR and HANS — Barcelona 24 Hour 1st in Class 2013, Bathurst 1000 and 12 Hour competitor, BMW Race Driver Series Champion 2011, and race engineer for Earl Bamber Motorsport, TekworkX, Matt Stone Racing, and Porsche Carrera Cup Australia, Asia-Pacific and New Zealand. Aaron can advise on SA2025 compliance for your specific event and the right helmet setup for your discipline.
Rex Harris is a qualified Radio Telecommunications Engineer and Approved Radio Certifier for NZ RSM and AU ACMA, with motorsport radio experience dating back to 1975 at the Marlboro Series Grand Prix — ensuring your comms-fitted helmet is set up correctly for every event.
- ✅ Authorised Australasian Distributor, Dealer & Importer for Roux Helmets
- ✅ Designed by Pininfarina — hand-laid fiberglass, made in Italy
- ✅ SA2025 homologated — approved for MSNZ & Motorsport Australia events
- ✅ Full range of genuine Roux accessories in stock
- ✅ Helmet speaker fitting for NitroBee, Quin Tracks & GT Members
- ✅ MSNZ Licence Examiner on staff
- ✅ NZ stock — fast dispatch
- ✅ Ships to Australia
📞 Aaron Harris: +64 27 449 9654 | 📧 aaron@harriscomms.co.nz
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Roux helmets really made in Italy?
Yes — genuinely. Designed and manufactured in Italy by Pininfarina. Not a European brand name on a Chinese-made product. The fiberglass shell is hand-laid in Italy, carrying Pininfarina's full design and manufacturing heritage.
Are Roux helmets approved for MSNZ and Motorsport Australia events?
Yes. The current Roux R1 range is SA2025 homologated and approved for MSNZ and Motorsport Australia sanctioned events including Speedway, MEGA, circuit racing, rally, off-road, and karting.
What is the difference between the Roux R1-F and R1-N?
The R1-F (Full Comms) includes built-in noise-cancelling microphone, speaker pods, drink tube, and HANS anchors. The R1-N (No Comms) is the same helmet without the factory comms hardware — speaker-ready for one-way receive systems. If you run or might ever run a radio or intercom, choose the R1-F.
Are Roux helmets suitable for entry-level and club motorsport?
Yes. Roux helmets are ideal for entry-level and club competitors across Speedway, rally, off-road, clubman circuit racing, karting, and endurance events. SA2025 certified and priced to be genuinely accessible.
Does Harris Race Radios stock Roux helmets in New Zealand?
Yes. NZ stock held locally for fast dispatch, with regular shipping to Australia. Harris Race Radios is the Authorised Australasian Distributor, Dealer and Importer for Roux Helmets.