Verified Customer Reviews for Alpinestars Tech-Air 5 Plasma Airbag
4.5
(4)
Tech Air 5 Plasma - a good upgrade
5
08 Dec 2025 by Paul R
Very pleased with this Tech-Air 5 Plasma, it is much lighter than my older Tech Air 5 and very comfortable and unobtrusive to wear. I never ride without it. Haven't tried it in hot weather yet but I'm expecting it to be cooler that the previous model. There's not much wrong with the older version but I fancied an upgrade as I cover a lot of miles on my bike in variable weather conditions. Very easy to set up and charge. Hopefully it will never be needed but it provides reassurance,
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All round protection
4
07 Dec 2025 by Wil
Settled on the first plasma after finding the older tech air 5 too tight across the chest and under arms. The plasma fits perfectly due to the stretchy material it’s made from. It stood out due to the extra protection around the ribs, shoulders and chest. Although the chest protection isn’t rated for some reason but better than having nothing which is what’s in my jackets now. It’s very low profile and fits under every jacket I own. Expensive but no subscription cost and has the riding modes I need.
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New air jackets, wanted some to suit all my types
4
05 Dec 2025 by Dave
My first air jacket, I do both do road and adventure off riding, this fits both requirements. Latest product. Well made. It s a snug it so still getting use to it, see how it is in hot weather. It s does mean another lay but I want the best protection I can get. Even it helps me in a minor off, then it worth the money.
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Tech Air 5 Plasma comfort
5
26 Nov 2025 by Rae S
I sold my MAB V4 and bought the Tech Air 5 Plasma because I kept forgetting to tether the V4. So the Plasma is stretchy and very forgiving size wise, obviously this is a garment you don't want to use in anger and so I cannot give any opinion on how good it is in the event of an "off". I charged it up for a couple of hours and downloaded the app to my phone and updated the firmware, all of which was very easy.
Ultra-thin, monolayer stretch mesh construction at the collar, underarms, and body for improved fit and breathability
Ergonomic sleeves with a deeper cut around the armpits for enhanced mobility and comfort
Cut longer at the rear for enhanced coverage, with a contoured, low-cut neck for reduced material contact with skin
Specifically engineered to work with Alpinestars jacket ventilation systems for optimised airflow and breathability
Anatomically optimised protection for the back, chest, neck, ribs, and shoulders while reducing material volume
Ultra-lightweight: weighing just 1530g (over 25% lighter than the Tech-Air® 5)
Ultra-slim, minimal material construction remains discreet under a jacket, enhancing rider comfort and wearability
Full stretch construction is designed for superior breathability, with a moisture-wicking treatment for maximum rider comfort
Equipped with an integrated Nucleon Plasma back protector for the optimum balance of force dispersion, flexibility, and comfort
All-new single canister design reduces weight, enables faster inflation and simplifies servicing for quick turnaround
Quick-release cover is attached to the chassis with a hook-and-loop patch for ease of use
Easy access to the gas inflator for ease of replacement
Long-lasting battery life provides up to 30 hours of riding time, ensuring reliability for long rides
Three riding modes: Street, Off-road, and Race allowing the rider to select the desired mode
LED riding mode visible on right abdomen including a system status button which vibrates to indicate correct functionality
Certified for up to 6 deployments before it needs replacing
Size Guide
XS
S
M
L
XL
2XL
3XL
4XL
UK CHEST
38
40
42
44
46
48
50
52
EURO SIZE
48
50
52
54
56
58
60
62
Conceived to satisfy the demands of an ever-safety conscious market, the Tech-Air® 5 Plasma airbag system is engineered to slip seamlessly under a jacket for a supremely comfortable and adaptive fit, with its 'invisible under the jacket' slim-line profile and ultra-light weight combining to create an 'airbag free' sensation for an enhanced user experience.
Constructed from Alpinestars' best-in-class protective technology, the Tech-Air® 5 Plasma Airbag System is the newest addition to the Alpinestars Tech-Air® family. Engineered for an ultra-lightweight, superior comfort, and an 'invisible' profile, the state-of-the-art Tech-Air® 5 Plasma provides comprehensive upper body coverage, chest, ribs, back, and shoulders, and is equipped with a Plasma back protector for the optimum blend of comfort, flexibility, airflow, and protection. With a new dedicated algorithm with three modes, Street, Adventure, and Race, the Tech-Air® 5 Plasma is a single-charge deployment Airbag System, and its gas canister is replaceable by the user.
Full Upper Body Coverage: The Tech-Air® Airbag System provides comprehensive upper-body protection for the chest, ribs, back, and shoulders while remaining exceptionally light. Ultra-Lightweight: Weighing just 1530g, it's over 25% lighter than the Tech-Air® 5, making it the lightest Tech-Air® System to date. Ultra-Slim, Invisible Profile: With its ultraslim, minimal material construction, the System remains discreet and invisible under a jacket, enhancing rider comfort and wearability without adding bulk. Superior Comfort and Breathability: The full-stretch construction is designed for superior breathability, with a moisture-wicking treatment for maximum rider comfort. PLASMA Technology Inside: Equipped with an integrated Nucleon PLASMA back protector. Unique to Alpinestars, PLASMA is an eco-friendly, sustainable, and lightweight impact-absorbing material, while its clever design delivers class-leading levels of adaptability, breathability, ventilation, and adaptivity for the optimum balance of force dispersion, flexibility, and comfort. Optimised Lightweight Design: The ultra-thin, monolayer stretch mesh chassis is engineered to contour perfectly with the shape of the airbag, minimizing the System's material bulk, making it ideal for riders looking for an ultralight weight Airbag System with superior breathability. Faster Inflation and Easy Maintenance: An all-new single canister design reduces weight, enables faster inflation, and simplifies servicing for quick turnaround. User-Friendly, Quick-Release Cover: The quick-release cover is attached to the chassis with a Velcro hook-and-loop patch for ease of use. The cover design allows easy access for gas inflator replacement, simply insert a finger into the recess and lift the cover to detach it. Quick-Release Cover Design for Rapid Gas Inflator Replacement: The quick-release cover is attached to the chassis with a Velcro hook-and-loop patch for ease of use. The cover design allows quick gas inflator replacement simply insert a finger into the recess and lift to detach the cover and access the gas inflator. Autonomous replacement of the gas inflator is available in countries where gas inflator handling by individuals is permitted by local regulations. Modular Design: Modular design for ease of use. Long-Lasting Battery Life: provides up to 30 hours of riding time, ensuring reliability for long rides.
Alpinestars, a truly world class brand of motorcycle apparel. Founded in the early 1960s by Sante Mazzarolo, Alpinestars has grown to be a world leading manufacturer of professional racing products such as leather jackets, jeans, boots and 1 piece suits. Whilst their leathers are worn by some of the biggest names in bike racing, they also specialise in high performance textile jackets, jeans and gloves. From F1 to Karting, the World Rally Championship to NASCAR, Alpinestars work with the very best drivers and riders to bring design innovations to all aspects of professional motor-sport.
Supplier Information
Alpinestars 2 De Havilland Way Windrush Park Witney OX29 0YA 01993862300 [email protected]
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