Alpinestars Tech-Air® 5 Plasma System

Description

Tech-Air® 5 PLASMA Airbag System. Designed to meet the evolving demands of modern motorcycling safety, the innovative and ultra-lightweight Tech-Air® 5 PLASMA Airbag System is engineered to fit seamlessly under a jacket, ensuring a supremely comfortable and adaptive fit. The System’s ultra-slim profile delivers an “invisible under the jacket” feel, offering unrestricted movement while providing advanced protection for an enhanced riding experience. Built upon Alpinestars' industry-leading protective technology, the Tech-Air® 5 PLASMA Airbag System is the latest evolution in the Alpinestars Tech-Air® family. Engineered for ultra-lightweight performance, superior comfort, and an ‘invisible’ fit, the state-of-the-art Tech-Air® 5 PLASMA System provides comprehensive upper body coverage—including the chest, ribs, back, and shoulders—while featuring a PLASMA back protector for the optimal blend of comfort, flexibility, airflow, and rider protection. With a newly developed algorithm supporting three distinct Riding Modes—STREET, OFF-ROAD, and RACE—the Tech-Air® 5 PLASMA is a single-charge deployment Airbag System with a user-replaceable gas canister for continued protection on every ride.

Features

• Full Upper Body Coverage:
  Provides comprehensive protection for the chest, ribs, back, and shoulders.
  
• Exceptionally lightweight design for optimal rider comfort.
  
  Ultra-Lightweight Construction:
  
• Weighs just 1,530 g.
  
• More than 25% lighter than the Tech-Air® 5.
  
• Lightest Tech-Air® System to date.
  
  Ultra-Slim, Invisible Profile Design:
  
• Minimal material construction with an ultra-slim fit.
  
• Worn discreetly under a jacket without restricting movement.
  
  Superior Comfort and Breathability:
  
• Full-stretch construction for maximum airflow.
  
• Moisture-wicking treatment for rider comfort.
  
  PLASMA Technology for Advanced Protection:
  
• Integrated Nucleon PLASMA back protector.
  
• Eco-friendly, lightweight, impact-absorbing material.
  
• Offers superior flexibility, breathability, and ventilation.
  
• Balances impact absorption performance, flexibility, and comfort.
  
  Optimized Lightweight Design:
  
• Ultra-thin, mono-layer stretch mesh contours seamlessly with the airbag.
  
• Minimizes bulk for an ultra-lightweight, highly breathable system.
  
  Faster Inflation & Easy Maintenance
  
  All-new single-canister design:
  
• Reduces weight.
  
• Enables faster inflation.
  
• Simplifies servicing for quick turnaround.
  
  Quick-Release Cover for Rapid Gas Inflator Replacement:
  
• Velcro hook-and-loop quick-release cover for easy access.
  
• Riders can detach and replace inflator (where legally permitted).
  
  Modular Design:
  
• Designed for ease of use and flexibility.
  
  Long-Lasting Battery Life:
  
• Provides up to 30 hours of riding time.
  
  Extended Sizing for Optimal Fit:
  
• Available in 8 sizes (XS to 4XL).
  
• Tailored fit accommodates a wide range of body shapes.
  
  Riding Modes & LED Display:
  
• Three Riding Modes: STREET, OFF-ROAD, RACE.
  
• Easy switching by pressing the LED Display button for 2 seconds.
  
• Solid green LED shows active Riding Mode.
  
• Short vibration confirms mode change.
  
• System activates automatically when zipped via internal magnetic sensor.
  
  LED Display indicates operational status and triggers haptic alerts:
  
• Short (1 sec) vibration = armed.
  
• Long (3 sec) vibration = system off or error (red Status LED).
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Protection

• Active Protection: The airbag provides comprehensive full upper-body coverage, safeguarding the chest, ribs, back, and shoulders.
• Integrated Back Protector: Constructed with Nucleon PLASMA viscoelastic compound and co-injected with advanced elastomer compounds for an ultra-slim profile, maximum weight savings, and superior flexibility.
• Stealth Back Protector Design: The streamlined back protector contours to the electronics case for a seamless and ‘invisible’ fit under the jacket profile.
• CE-Certified Protection:
• The Tech-Air® 5 PLASMA System and all the included protective parts are Category II certified PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) under European Regulation (UE) 2016/425 and in compliance under corresponding UK legislation.
• The passive back-protector is CE certified according to the EN1621-2:2014 Level 1 (Full Back).
• The inflatable protector is CE certified according to EN 1621-4:2013 Level 1 (Full Back).
• The System is CE certified as a protective garment for motorcycle riders according to the EN 17092-6:2020 as a Class C undergarment.
• Airbag Deployments: The airbag is certified for up to six deployments before requiring replacement.
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Construction

• Breathable, Adaptive Fit: Ultra-thin mono-layer stretch mesh construction at the collar, underarms, and front of the body, for an enhanced adaptive performance fit and superior breathability.
• Optimized Mobility: Ergonomic sleeves with a deeper cut around the armpits for enhanced mobility and comfort.
• Extended Coverage: Cut longer at the rear for enhanced coverage and protection, with a contoured, low-cut neck for reduced material contact with skin for added comfort.
• Ventilation Compatibility: Specifically engineered to be used with Alpinestars jacket ventilation systems for optimized airflow and breathability.
• Optimized Airbag Design: Anatomically designed to increase the envelope of protection. The airbag features strategically positioned cutaways that contour to the rider’s body for superior impact protection of the back, check, ribs, and shoulders, while also minimizing material volume.
• Minimal Use of Plastic Components: for a low weight to performance ratio, while maintaining maximum airflow and freedom of movement.