Alpinestars Tech-Air® MX System

The Alpinestars Tech-Air® MX is a state-of-the-art airbag system developed exclusively for motocross and supercross. Building on Alpinestars’ decades of experience in MotoGP and the Dakar Rally, and refined with extensive data from MX and supercross riders, the Tech-Air® MX provides precise, fast, and reliable protection under the sport’s most demanding conditions. Compact, autonomous, and integrated into a lightweight chest protector, the Tech-Air® MX provides advanced upper-body protection with unrestricted freedom of movement. With four selectable riding modes optimized for different off-road disciplines, riders experience unparalleled safety and versatility on any track.

Key Features

• Multiple Riding Modes: Standard MX mode plus two customizable “MY RIDE” modes (MX RACE, ENDURO, RALLY), configurable via the Tech-Air® App or the LED display.
• Crash Detection Algorithm: Refined by thousands of hours of MX and supercross data to ensure precise airbag deployment.
• Active Airbag Protection: Inflation time of approx. 40 ms for immediate impact absorption.
• System Versatility: Can be worn over or under MX gear; a single inflator allows for deployment and is easily replaceable where permitted.
• Battery Life: Up to 30 hours on a full charge; 1 hour of fast charging provides 8 hours of use.
• Quick Activation: Automatically turns on when the left buckle is closed; deactivates when opened.
• Bluetooth Connectivity: Enables system monitoring, riding mode management, and firmware updates via the Tech-Air® App.

Tech-Air® MX System Specifications

• Integrated LED Display: Displays battery level, system status, and riding modes; features a USB-C charging port.
• Nucleon PLASMA Back Protector: Ultralight, CE Level 1 certified, with honeycomb ventilation for optimal airflow and comfort.
• Breathable Stretch Mesh Vest: Low-profile, ergonomic design for high freedom of movement and a perfect fit.
• Fully Autonomous System: No external sensors required.
• Internal ECU Housing: Securely integrated into the CE-certified back protector.
• Removable ECU and Airbag: Allow for easy cleaning and maintenance.
• Reliability in All Weather: Operates between -10 °C and +50 °C; ECU is sealed and protected.
• ECE R10 04 Homologation: Ensures electromagnetic stability and operational safety.
• Firmware Updates: Easily accessible via the Tech-Air® App to install new crash detection algorithms.

Protection

• Comprehensive Airbag Coverage: Protects the shoulders, chest, and back.
• 4x Impact Protection: Provides over four times the protection of conventional passive protectors when deployed.
• CE-Certified Airbag: Category II, compliant with EN1621-4:2013; fully deployed within 40 ms to 5 s after detection.
• Durability: Certified for up to six deployments, provided it remains undamaged.
• CE Level 1 Passive Protection: Integrated chest and back protector with adjustable straps for a precise fit.
• Advanced Sensor Technology: Three accelerometers and three gyroscopes in the ECU ensure precise detection under dynamic MX conditions.