scottrnelson
Advanced Member
6943 Posts
[Mentor]
Meridian, ID
USA Honda
XR650L, 790 Adv R
Posted - 08/03/2013 : 11:58 AM
I haven't seen a motorcycle airbag jacket like that one before.
Many riders in MotoGP wear airbag jackets, but they inflate to protect to core body and I haven't seen them do much to protect areas closer to the helmet area like that. They have not protected a couple of the top riders from breaking collarbones recently.
In any case, it's nice to see progress in this area.
Magnawing Senior Member
281 Posts
The Woodlands, TX
USA Honda
VF750C
Posted - 08/13/2013 : 11:59 AM
Looks like a good idea...but it doesn't do anything for the lower "hard bits" such as knees, elbows, hips, etc. I would think that a "full" airbag suit would include initial protection for all extremities that would take impact...especially within the first 1-2 seconds after hitting the ground.