Product description
The Tech-Air® Off-Road System is a FIM-certified airbag system crafted to meet the demands of Rally riding, providing exceptional upper body protection. Since 2017, it has been rigorously developed and tested under the intense conditions of the Dakar Rally—the world’s toughest off-road race. Offering the most advanced active airbag technology for off-road adventures, this system inflates to deliver CE Level 1 full chest and back protection, along with coverage for the shoulders, neck, and collarbones in case of a crash.
The Tech-Air® Off-Road System integrates with an Alpinestars Off-Road Protection Jacket, which includes Level 1 passive back and limb protection, reinforced arm protection, and a CE Level 2 chest protector to shield riders from roost, rocks, debris, and other trail hazards. Designed to conquer any terrain, the system is pre-configured with three Riding Modes: ENDURO, RALLY, and STREET, making it a versatile choice for all off-road and street riding adventures.
Product info
| Brand |  |
|---|---|
| Model | Tech-Air Off-Road System |
| Color | 13 |
| Hoofdcategorie | Clothing |
| Category | Airbags |
Properties
Key Features
- The world’s first dedicated off-road Airbag System, Tech-Air® Off-Road, comes with 3 Riding Modes: ENDURO, RALLY, and STREET.
- 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.
- The Tech-Air® OFF-ROAD System features dual charge capability, meaning that with two full gas inflators, the System provides two separate airbag deployments, as only one gas inflator is triggered to inflate the entire Airbag System during a crash scenario.
- Quick-release cover opening allows for rapid gas inflator replacement by the user, available only in countries where individual gas inflator replacement is permitted by local regulations.
- A fully self-contained, standalone system; 3 accelerometers (1 triaxial accelerometer) and 3 gyroscopes (1 triaxial gyroscope) are integrated into the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) to provide optimal crash monitoring performance and active airbag protection in various dynamic off-road riding scenarios. No external sensors are required for system operation.
- The Tech-Air® OFF-ROAD System uses a certified lithium-ion battery, offering a fully charged battery life of 30 hours and a recharge time of approximately 4 hours; charging the battery for approximately 1 hour provides about 8 hours of riding time.
- The LED Display features an integrated charging port for convenient and easy charging of the System; simply plug the USB-C cable into the Recharge Port on the System’s LED Display and connect it to a power source.
- Ease of use; to turn on the Tech-Air® Off-Road System, simply unzip the System and it will automatically turn on and activate the Airbag System. To deactivate the airbag, zip up the System and it will automatically turn off.
- A dedicated Shipping Mode slide switch is located on the ECU, which effectively puts the System into sleep mode when activated. Only accessible once the Electronic Case on the back protector is removed, the Shipping Mode switch disconnects the battery from the System during transport or when the System will not be in use for a prolonged period. The System is shipped with Shipping Mode enabled; be sure to turn it off when you open the box and use the Airbag System for the first time.
- The Tech-Air® Off-Road System’s Electronic Control Unit (ECU) and airbag are fully removable, allowing the Protection Jacket to be washed separately.
Protection
- FIM Cross Country Rally Regulations Homologated for race use.
- Proven to be more than twice as protective as passive impact protectors.
- 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 FIM regulations.
- The airbag has been fully certified for up to 4 airbag deployments before requiring replacement, as long as it hasn't been damaged in any of the first 3 deployments.
- Performance tested according to DOLOMITICERT S.c.a.r.l. M.16.03.001.1 Protocol for Airbag Protectors Rev. 5 5/07/2022 on ENDURO, RALLY, and STREET algorithms.
- Performance tested according to DOLOMITICERT's Technical Disciplinary for Inflatable Protectors with Electronic Activation Revision 5 dated 13 October 2023.
- IMPORTANT: Neck protectors are NOT compatible with Airbag Systems, so the Tech-Air® OFF-ROAD System is NOT compatible with the use of Alpinestars' Bionic Neck Support (BNS) or any other neck protection.
- Premium materials combined with an innovative design and honeycomb Nucleon CELL technology create a passive protector that is highly ventilated, lightweight, ergonomic, and robust.
- Constructed from breathable stretch mesh for superior ventilation while keeping the protective garment close to the rider's body, the garment is CE certified as a Class C undergarment.
- The slim fit stretchable fabric construction features a floating, highly ventilated, and flexible thermoformed chest protector for an optimal riding experience.
- Both the chest and back protectors incorporate new Nucleon CELL technology, which is light, flexible, and highly ventilated for enhanced performance.
- The Protection Jacket’s passive Chest protector is certified to CE Level 2, while the Back, Elbow, and Shoulder protectors are certified to CE Level 1, providing additional protection against impacts in key areas; elbows and shoulders protectors are replaceable.
- Lateral zipper for a better fit and ease of use, allowing the jacket to provide complete front chest protection.
- Ergonomic design offers exceptional rider comfort and freedom of movement.
- Additional foam padding on the arms and chest for enhanced roost protection.
- Water bladder compatible: back holder for a Hydration pack with a 1.5-3 Liter capacity already included.