6D Helmets

Active

Overview

6D Helmets produces helmets for off-road motorcycle, motocross, street, BMX, downhill, and trail mountain biking, featuring patented Omni-Directional Suspension (ODS) technology to reduce angular and linear acceleration forces to the brain.¹³⁶ The company holds a niche position in the powersports and cycling helmet market as a safety technology innovator since introducing its first product in 2013.⁶ It remains independent with annual revenue under $5 million and a small team.¹³

History

6D Helmets was founded in 2011 by Bob Weber and Robert Reisinger to develop off-road motorcycle helmets that better mitigate angular acceleration energy transfer to the brain.³⁴⁶ After two years of development, the company launched the ATR-1 helmet in 2013, introducing its patented Omni-Directional Suspension (ODS) technology.⁶ In 2016, it relocated headquarters to Brea, California, to accommodate growth in operations and product lines.²⁸ Robert Reisinger, a co-founder, is noted in past tense on the company site, indicating his passing.⁷

Product Lines

Product Line	Positioning	Price Range
ATR Series (Off-Road Motorcycle)	Full-face off-road helmets with ODS	$600 - $900
Street Helmets	Adventure and touring motorcycle helmets	$500 - $800
Motocross Helmets	MX-specific with advanced impact suspension	$550 - $850
BMX Helmets	Lightweight bike helmets for BMX	$200 - $400
Downhill MTB Helmets	Full-face for downhill mountain biking	$400 - $700
Trail MTB Helmets	Half-shell for trail riding	$250 - $450

Manufacturing

Manufacturing is associated with California, United States, consistent with headquarters location.¹ Specific details on in-house versus outsourced production are not specified in available sources.

Notable Products

ATR-1 - First off-road helmet launched in 2013 featuring initial ODS technology.
ATR-2 - Updated off-road model with advanced ODS for rotational impact reduction.
ODyssey - Street and adventure helmet line with full ODS suspension.
Shift - Motocross helmet emphasizing lightweight design and brain protection.
Contour - Auto-racing derived technology adapted for powersports.

Reputation

6D Helmets is recognized among motocross and off-road enthusiasts for pioneering ODS technology, which addresses rotational forces better than traditional helmets.³⁶ Professionals value its focus on brain protection in high-impact sports.⁶ Some note its higher price point compared to standard helmets, though safety testing supports its claims.¹³

Sources (8)