Collection: Tech-Air® Airbag Systems

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Tech-Air® is Alpinestars' electronic airbag system that provides enhanced upper body protection for motorcycle riders. The system uses AI-powered crash detection algorithms and advanced sensors to detect imminent impacts in milliseconds, deploying the airbag before impact occurs. Unlike tethered systems, Tech-Air® operates independently through sophisticated electronics that continuously monitor riding dynamics across multiple parameters including lean angle, acceleration, and deceleration.

The system is available in both standalone vest formats and integrated into select jackets and suits, offering comprehensive protection for the chest, back, shoulders, and collarbone areas. Tech-Air® is race-proven technology used by professional riders in MotoGP, World Superbike, and other premier racing series.

Tech-Air® systems are designed for multiple motorcycle riding disciplines, with specific algorithms optimized for each use case. The collection includes systems for street riding, track/sport riding, adventure touring, and off-road/motocross applications. Each system features discipline-specific crash detection programming that accounts for the unique dynamics of different riding environments.

Street and adventure riders benefit from algorithms tuned for urban traffic scenarios and touring conditions, while track-focused systems are calibrated for high-speed circuit riding. The Tech-Air® Off-Road system is specifically engineered for the demands of motocross and enduro riding, with algorithms that distinguish between normal off-road impacts and crash scenarios requiring deployment.

Tech-Air® systems feature user-serviceable technology that allows riders to replace the airbag cartridge themselves after a deployment. Replacement airbag cartridges are available through Alpinestars dealers and the official website. The electronic control unit (ECU) is reusable and does not require replacement after deployment, making the system cost-effective over its lifetime.

Regular maintenance includes charging the system's battery (typically every 25-30 hours of riding), checking for firmware updates through the Tech-Air® mobile app, and inspecting the airbag vest or garment for any physical damage. The system provides battery status and diagnostic information through LED indicators and the companion smartphone application. After any deployment, the system should be inspected by an authorized service center to ensure all components are functioning correctly before returning to use.

Tech-Air® is available in two primary formats: standalone airbag vests that can be worn under or over most motorcycle jackets, and integrated systems built directly into select Alpinestars jackets and suits. Standalone Tech-Air® vests offer maximum versatility, allowing riders to use the protection system with their existing gear across different garments and riding conditions.

For integrated systems, Tech-Air® is engineered into specific jacket and suit models where the airbag technology is seamlessly incorporated into the garment's construction. These integrated solutions offer optimized fit and protection but are limited to the specific garments they're built into. When selecting a Tech-Air® system, consider whether you prefer the flexibility of a standalone vest or the streamlined integration of a dedicated Tech-Air® equipped garment. Visit our Tech-Air® compatibility checker to verify which options work with your existing gear.

Tech-Air® systems meet the highest international safety certifications for motorcycle airbag protection. The systems are certified to CE standards for airbag protectors and have received approval from major racing organizations including FIM (Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme) for professional competition use. This racing homologation demonstrates the system's reliability and performance under the most demanding conditions.

The airbag provides Level 2 CE-certified back protection when deployed, significantly exceeding the protection levels of traditional foam or hard armor. Tech-Air® has been validated through extensive real-world use, with over 55,000 documented street deployments and countless activations in professional racing, continuously informing algorithm improvements and system refinement.