Alpinestars Tech-Air Off-Road Airbag System
Alpinestars Tech-Air Off-Road Airbag System
- Tech-Air® Off-Road System, with the active airbag inflated, delivers full chest and full back protection, plus coverage to the shoulders, neck, and collarbones in the event of a crash
- The system is integrated with an Alpinestars Off-Road Protection Jacket that is equipped with a passive full back and limb protection, integrated protection on the arms, and a passive full chest protector offering riders enhanced roost protection against rocks, debris, and other obstacles they may come into contact with on the trail
- Built tough enough to tackle any terrain, the System comes pre-loaded with three Riding Modes: ENDURO, RALLY, and STREET, making it the a great choice for every type of off-road and street riding
- Key Features
- The Tech-Air® Off-Road System features dual charge capability which means that with two full gas inflators, the System provides two separate airbag deployments, since only one gas inflator will deploy to inflate the entire Airbag System during a crash scenario
- A fully self-contained, standalone system; 3 accelerometers (1 triaxial accelerometer) and 3 gyroscopes (1 triaxial gyroscope) are integrated in the Electronic
- Control Unit (ECU) to provide the best crash monitoring performance and active airbag protection in a variety of dynamic off-road riding scenarios
- Riding Modes are easy to navigate while on the move via the LED Display located on the front of the System, or via the Tech-Air® App
- Quick release cover opening allows for rapid gas inflator replacement by user, only available in countries where gas inflator replacement by individuals is permitted by local regulations
- The Tech-Air® Off-Road System uses an integrated, certified lithium-ion battery, with a fully charged battery life of 30 hours and a recharge time of approximately 4 hours; charging the battery for approximately 1 hour will provide approximately 8 hours of riding time use
- The LED Display features an integrated charging port for convenient and easy charging of the System; simply plug in the USB-C cable into the Recharge Port on the System’s LED Display and connect it to a power source
- To deactivate the airbag, unzip the System and it will automatically turn off
- The Tech-Air® Off-Road System’s Electronic Control Unit (ECU) and airbag are completely removable so that the Protection Jacket can be washed separately
- Ease of use; to turn on the Tech-Air® Off-Road System, simply zip up the System and it will automatically turn on and activate the Airbag System
- Shipping Mode
- Only accessible once the Electronic Case on the back protector is removed, the Shipping Mode switch allows the battery to be disconnected from the System during transportation or when the System will not be in use for a prolonged period of time
- A dedicated Shipping Mode slide switch is located on the ECU, which when turned on effectively puts the the System into sleep mode
- The System is sold with the Shipping Mode turned on, make sure to turn the Shipping Mode off when you open the box and use the Airbag System for the first time
- Protection
- FIM Cross Country Rally Regulations Homologated for race use
- Dual gas inflators deliver two airbag deployments for guaranteed protection
- Average inflation time of 52 milliseconds (depending on the size of the airbag)
- Airbag coverage on chest, back, shoulders, and neck provides upper body protection
- Neck protection is provided by the airbag inflating around the neck in compliance with the FIM regulations
- Proven to be more than twice as protective as passive impact protectors
- The airbag has been fully certified for up to 4 airbag deployments before having to replace it, providing the airbag hasn’t been damaged in one of the first 3 deployments
- Airbag System Tech Specs
- Bluetooth connectivity to a Tech-Air® App means the System’s operational status, battery status and My Ride Trip recording can also be easily accessed on a mobile device, subject to network coverage
- The Tech-Air® Off-Road System’s ECU is seal-protected within the vest to ensure all-weather performance and the vest and componentry are certified to function between -10°C and 50°C
- Robust internal housing located in the built-in Nucleon CELL back protector accommodates the System ECU and gas inflators, allowing the Tech-Air® Off-Road System to be worn with any Alpinestars’ Tech-Air® Ready jacket, or any properly fitting motorcycling jacket
- Users can easily update the System’s firmware when improved crash-detection algorithms are released via the Tech-Air® App
- Protection Jacket Tech Specs
- Both the chest and back protectors incorporate Nucleon CELL Technology which is light, flexible and highly ventilated for enhanced performance
- Constructed from a breathable stretch mesh for ventilation while keeping the protection close to the rider’s body
- Premium materials combined with an innovative design and honeycomb Nucleon Cell technology create a passive protector that is ventilated, lightweight, ergonomic, and robust
- Slim fit stretchable fabric construction features a floating, ventilated, and flexible thermoformed chest protector for an optimal riding experience
- Additional front padding on the arms and chest for enhanced roost protection
- Ergonomic design delivers rider comfort and freedom of movement
- Lateral zipper for a better fit and ease of use, and which allows the jacket to provide complete front chest protection
- Water bladder compatible: back holder for a Hydration pack with 1.5-3 Liter capacity already included
- Elbows protectors and shoulder protectors are replaceable
- No external sensors are required for the system to operate.
- Neck protectors are NOT compatible with Airbag Systems, accordingly the Tech-Air® Off-Road System is NOT compatible with the use of Alpinestars’ Bionic Neck Support (BNS) nor any other neck protections.
