Alpinestars Tech-Air 3 Utility Vest
- Tech-Air® 3 is a fully autonomous active Airbag System and does not require any external connections or sensors on the motorcycle for the System to operate
- Tech-Air® 3 incorporates six integrated sensors (three accelerometers [one triaxial accelerometer], and three gyroscopes [one triaxial gyroscope) to provide the best crash monitoring performance in a variety of dynamic riding situations, and even when stopped
- Airbag system activates automatically via the magnetic zip closure
- The System’s packable design allows it to be easily stored in a backpack, saddle bag, top case, or pannier when not in use
- Outer chassis is constructed from stretch nylon canvas with a ribbed bomber collar and elasticated side panels for comfort and expansion volume
- Designed with a center zipper with two internal magnet snap buttons on each side— one to hold the chest bladder in place across the chest while riding, and one to fold it back and conceal when not riding
- Features two zippered hand pockets, two chest pockets with a sunglasses channel on the right chest pocket, and an inner concealed pocket
- Waist loop to attach gloves or other items
- A discretely hidden, but easily visible, LED display on the front chest, with reflective inner backing to optimize light visibility, indicates the airbag’s operational status
- The LED display also incorporates a haptic alert, which vibrates to confirm the System is armed, and alerts the rider when the battery is running low
- Incorporates Alpinestars’ Pro 2nd Generation compact Electronic Control Unit (ECU) which may be found in the ECU pocket located in the upper back of the inner, Tech-Air® 3 vest
- Bluetooth low energy (BLE 5.0) connectivity to the Tech-Air® App allows riders to monitor the System’s operational status, battery status, as well as provides a detailed map of motorcyclists rides via MyRide
- Upgradable system software is accessible via the Tech-Air® App, where riders can quickly verify the installed software version and eventually perform the latest software updates
- Tech-Air® 3 uses an integrated, certified lithium-ion battery, with a battery life of 40 hours and a recharge time of approximately four hours
- The gas inflator that provides the inflation gas for the airbag’s deployment is located in the inflator housing on the left side of the lower back of the rider
- Tech-Air® 3’s ECU seal protection ensures all-weather performance and is certified to function between -20°C and +40°C
- The gas inflator housing, electronic wiring, and the airbag are easily removable
- The gas inflator canisters can be replaced by select Alpinestars dealers and certified Tech-* Air Service Centers
- The vest is washable
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Sizing Information
The slim, self-contained system can also be worn under a motorcycle jacket, including an Alpinestars’ Tech-Air® Ready jacket, or any leather or textile jacket, providing that the jacket has sufficient space to accommodate the inflation of the airbag.
Alpinestars Tech-Air 3 System Size Chart
| Size | Chest (in) | Waist (in) | Arm (in) | Height (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 32 7/8-35 | 27 1/8-29 1/2 | 20 1/4-21 | 64 1/8-66 1/8 |
| SM | 35-37 1/4 | 29 1/2-31 7/8 | 21 1/2-22 1/4 | 66 1/2-68 1/2 |
| MD | 37 1/4-39 3/8 | 31 7/8-34 1/4 | 22 5/8-23 1/4 | 68 7/8-70 1/2 |
| LG | 39 3/8-41 1/2 | 34 1/4-36 1/4 | 23 5/8-24 3/8 | 70 7/8-72 1/2 |
| XL | 41 1/2-43 3/4 | 36 1/4-38 1/4 | 24 3/4-25 5/8 | 72 7/8-74 3/8 |
| 2XL | 43 3/4-45 7/8 | 38 1/4-40 1/8 | 26-26 3/4 | 74 3/4-76 3/8 |
| 3XL | 45 7/8-48 | 40 1/8-42 1/8 | 26-26 3/4 | 74 3/4-76 3/8 |
| 4XL | 48-50 1/4 | 42 1/8-44 1/8 | 26 3/4-27 1/2 | 76 3/4-78 3/8 |
Sizing information is provided by the manufacturer and does not guarantee a perfect fit.
Our Two Cents
The Tech-Air® 3 system is Alpinestars latest and greatest airbag system designed for toruing and commuter riders. The Alpinestars Tech-Air® 3 airbag vest is versatile enought to perform either over or under your riding jacket/suit. It uses same algorithm as the Tech-Air® 5 system.
When you put the Tech-Air® 3 system on, there are several magnets and attachments to take note of. First, the base of the zipper mates with the other side easily thanks to a magnet that lines it up perfectly on the first try. There is a fabric flap that overlays this end of the zipper and stays in place with another magnet, protecting your tank from zipper scratches. Further up the main opening the chest portion of the airbag connects to the left side of the chest with a magnetic button that holds it in place. When you fully close the diagonal main zipper another magnet near the top activates the system. This magnet is part of the LED display, which also has a haptic alert that vibrates when it arms and also when the battery is low.
The Tech-Air® 3 system protects the full chest and full back. The “brains” of the system are housed in a waterproof container on the rear left of the jacket. It’s kind of bulky, but once you have the system zipped closed it rests comfortably in place. You can also add a passive back protector in the pocket that can be accessed via zipper on outside of the garment (see related products below). Since the Tech-Air® 3 system is designed to be worn over or under another jacket they haven’t included the back protector here. Also, the Tech-Air® 3 system works as a CE level 2 back protector when deployed but if for some reason it doesn’t deploy you’re going to want that passive armor. Their is a small zippered storage pocket on the right side of the belly as well.
The Alpinestars Tech-Air 3 Airbag Vest is designed for touring riders and urban commuters. Alpinestars provides some conflicting information on off-road use, at one point saying it is good for “light off-road adventure riders” and later saying that it is not suited for off-road. I’d take this to mean if you’re on a maintained road you’ll probably be fine but if you ride in conditions that get into aggressive angles or loose pack that kicks the rear end out unexpectedly then you might have an accidental activation. So off-road adventure riders beware.
Overall the Alpinestars Tech-Air® 3 system is a great versatile airbag option for touring and urban riders. We’re excited to see Alpinestars continue to expand their airbag lineup and innovate in this advanced form of protection that ultimately saves lives and brings more riders into our sport. :: Mike, 12/15/2022
