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3 Feb 2022
Ixon IX Airbag U04 - Black / Orange
Autonomous, FIM homologated airbag with In&Box, 4 protection zones and CE rated back armour
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£341.95
RRP £379.99
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With its outstanding ventilation thanks to Airflow Channel technology and the choice of exterior materials - ultra stretch mesh sides and zipped front ensuring the optimal fit - and with an activation time of just 0.055 seconds accompanied by three detection modes, the Ixon Airbag U04 has been designed to provide tailored protection, comfort and versatility with no compromises.
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Ixon IX Airbag U04 - Black / Orange
- Construction allows for 100% ventilation: hard mesh front and back; ultra stretch mesh sides; one piece woven fabric inflatable cushion inner
- 3 innovative fall detection modes available via In&Motion: Road, Racing and Adventure
- Inner unit composed of 3 accelerometers and 3 gyroscopes which measure the riders movements at a rate of 1000 analyses per second
- Effective and operational in just 0.055 seconds in the case of a fall: 0.033s of detection time and 0.022s inflation, providing rider protection well before impact and further safeguarding in the event of secondary accidents and during post fall situations
- Inflatable areas provide vital protection to the neck, back, thorax and abdomen
- Up to 5 inflation allowance before factory inspection is required to ensure continued optimal functioning
- Inspection service after 5 years if no inflation has occurred
- In&Box electronic unit requires 2 hours charging time to perform for up to 30 hours
- Garment certified CE according to standard EN 17092-6:2020 C U, airbag tested according to protocol AMC-013
- CE certified Level 1 full back protection according to standard EN 1621-2:2014
- Automobile Safety and Repair (SRA) rating of 5 stars
- Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM) racing homologated
| S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL | 5XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EURO SIZE | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 | 56 | 58 | 60 |
| UK SIZE | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 |
With its outstanding ventilation thanks to Airflow Channel technology and the choice of exterior materials - ultra stretch mesh sides and zipped front ensuring the optimal fit - and with an activation time of just 0.055 seconds accompanied by three detection modes, the Ixon Airbag U04 has been designed to provide tailored protection, comfort and versatility with no compromises.
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