Alpinestars has just announced their all-new revolutionary Tech-Air Street Airbag System. This promises to the be start of a new era in advanced street riding protection and we’d like you all the be the first to know everything about this exciting technology.

The Tech-Air™ is a groundbreaking electronic airbag system that offers riders upper body protection and the freedom to ride both on and off road and in a wide range of weather conditions. At the core of the Tech-Air™ is the protection vest, which incorporates the airbag’s electronic control unit, componentry and airbag.

When inflated, the airbag covers the back, kidney areas, chest and shoulders. The Tech-Air™ protection vest, sold separately and completely self-contained, offers the possibility for the airbag to be used in conjunction with an Alpinestars airbag-compatible textile outer jacket, initially either the Valparaiso Tech-Air™ or the Viper Tech-Air™, for superb protection in all-weather and warm weather riding conditions.

The innovative and versatile Tech-Air™ street airbag system can be used with any type of motorcycle and/or scooter without the need to set-up, pair or reconfigure bike-to-rider or bike-to-passenger settings. The system is therefore immediately ready to be used at any time for any bike on any surface, and can be used equally for road riding and off road adventure touring.

The Tech-Air utilizes comprehensive inflatable upper body protection for back, shoulders, kidney area, chest and upper abdomen. Electronic sensors are securely and unobtrusively incorporated within the system’s chassis (in the shoulder area), meaning the vest is completely self-contained and allows it to be worn interchangeably between compatible jackets.

The vest is constructed from a strong and durable mesh main shell with stretch poly-fabric on shoulders and torso for a compact and secure fit that is close to the rider’s body while allowing complete freedom of movement. Incorporates removable inner mesh and elastic Velcro® waistband to position airbag system to customize fit and improve adjustability.

The Airbag Control Unit (ACU) of Tech-Air™ is incorporated within strong, lightweight polymer back protector, which features an ergonomic plate construction for structural strength and a fit to follow the natural contours of the back. The ACU is seal-protected within the vest to ensure its all-weather performance and functionality in extreme climates. With European availability scheduled for spring 2015, look for the Tech-Air to arrive stateside sometime next summer. Alpinestars.com