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worked as a thermal layer. In 8°C a deployment Cons:
Ceres mornings, the extra The South African distributor (via · Premium price tag
insulation was welcome. On Cape Town's RideTech and
30°C afternoons in Stellenbosch, · Official service required
selected retailers) offers after deployment
it never overheated. collection and return services,
SERVICE AND with turnarounds typically under · Needs outer jacket with
MAINTENANCE two weeks. room to inflate properly
One criticism often leveled at
airbag vests is post-deployment PROS AND CONS FINAL VERDICT
servicing. Alpinestars has The Alpinestars Tech-Air 5
streamlined this: Pros: Plasma isn't just gear—it's gear
· Deployment reset requires · MotoGP-level crash data that thinks. It's a guardian angel
official servicing integration disguised as a riding vest,
(~R1,200–R1,800) · Great fit and ventilation offering advanced protection with
no rider input once activated. For
· The airbag is reusable, (Plasma version excels in riders in South Africa—especially
unlike some one-time-use heat) those navigating high-risk, high-
brands · Smart tech, intuitive app traffic environments—this system
· Recommended service · Reusable and resettable offers peace of mind at a
interval: 2 years or after premium price. LHR
· Long battery life
