I’ve been wearing an airbag (Helite turtle) for the past two years (in Australia) and it is now second nature to put it on in all temps. I have come off once (in the Himalayas) and I was very happy it activated and protected my back and neck.
I use and glad to say never tested my helite 2 vest. Used it in the south of France over a mesh jacket and no issue with temperature. Feels weighty if you're carrying it about like I did at Oradour-sur-Glane and this years TT. Otherwise, recommended.
Very cool and interesting video Richy, hey 2 stones not bad looking good....but you looked like you put 3 stones back on again in milliseconds...🤣🤣 looking forward too hearing how you get on with it..enjoy your weekend Richy.. Regards Glenn👍👌
I have had a airbag years and unfortunately had a massive high side in one and can say it saved me big time I landed on the back of my head it came up and saved my neck .everyone should have one .Definitely 💩your self when they go off in a accident
I ride with an in@motion air bag for 4 years now and love it very comfortable even in summer with my summer jacket not a problem and it's second nature. The app that comes with it so you can have off road track or road .
Had an in&motion airbag for four years now. Fantastic, it's an independent 1 that sits under any and all jackets, shirts etc. So light and comfortable. And I think you'll agree just how much added protection it offers. 🤟
What a fantastic bit of kit, I’ve seen them go off so many time’s watching BSB but didn’t know how exactly they work. Had to laugh at the facial expressions 🤣
Very informative video thank you. I love the look of the RST gear but do find that the jackets are rather short in the body and when riding seem to creep up causing a draft up your back.
I have had my Alpinestar airbag jacket go off in a small accident, I felt like I was having a heart attack until it self deflated after a prescribed time.
I’ve been using in&motion with rst for a few years now. Also have a furygan in&motion vest to wear under any make jacket. Wouldn’t ride with one, same as I wouldn’t ride without a helmet or drive without a seat belt. It’s no hassle and not too expensive and could potentially save your life or a great deal of injury. Glad you’re convinced Richy, I’ve had mostly positive feedback from other bikers that have asked about mine but a lot seem put off with the subscription price. That’s where Astars and Dainese are different, no subscription but higher initial garment costs.
I've been wearing a Helite E-vest for most of this year and I won't now ride without it. At first I was a bit unsure about the look and how bulky it felt however after a month of riding with it I just forgot about it and feel safe wearing it. I really won't get on my bike without it now
yea its a great system been looking into these myself as i am touring alot more and maybe doing some solo rides think it would be a wise investment thanks Richy for the great insite...
I bought an Ixon airvest over three years ago. It uses the same InEMotion airbag/brain etc. I zip it on and west it under my textile jacket, my leather too piece and my mesh jacket. There are guides on how much space you need for the inflation. Since you remove the back protector from your gear it takes up no more room. It covers me for all season road riding so I opted for the £120 a year option. Then I went and bought an RST one piece suit for use on track. The brain just transfers across and I just select track mode on the app. The extra mode costs £25 a year. Its a really cheap way of being airbag protected in all my riding. Now it's over three years old I paid £100 and that's it, no more cost. In hindsight I'd have just paid £400 up front but it's only been £60 difference. I've not had an activation, so as was discussed, I just think of it as unused insurance. One thing that wasn't mentioned is that you can replace the level 1 back protector part with a D3O level 2 protector. It's about £60 and I've done that in my vest and track suit. Everyone spends money the way they want but I'd prioritise this over a bit of bling or an exhaust. They save many people from serious injuries. We've all seen the MotoGP riders inflating in the air after highsides etc. Why wouldn't you want that protection? 🤷♂️ Highly recommended from my point of view. 👍 It's not the only product out there. Helite being the obvious one. There's is external so can be a bigger bag but it has to be wear resistant and hence weight and airflow are massively different. My mate bought one and simply doesn't wear it due to that....plus it's far from the nicest looking thing.
Looks great! Quite a leap from the T-Shirts, jeans and work boots of the 70s. Still have my Schotts Brothers leather jacket from the early 70s. A few scoffs here and there. Like your man said, wave of the future. I’m all over it ! Did the RSTs still have elbow armor?
Looks a great set up they have there , shame its not open to the pubic , mate your face as that airbag went off had me and the missus in stitches🤣🤣 , I did really like the fusion jacket though looked great and the protection it offers was amazing👌
I wouldn't ride a bike without one. I've had a helite turtle for about 3 years, clips into the bike, no battery to forget to charge. Clicks in just like a seatbelt in a car. Set it off once after forgetting I had lifted the sidestand and left the keys in my pocket. Was like a bear hug and I rolled 3 times. I have never found it bulky or get in the way
Very informative Richy. This jacket shows what you would look like if you put 2+ stones of weight back on ;@. I think if it were a really hot day I would prefer to wear a proper mesh jacket minus any air bag system such as my Revit just to enjoy the air flow through the mesh and keep cool. I have mostly RST and Richa bike clothing both leathers and textile. None of it is air bag though. You do look a lot thinner and healthier these days Richy. All to the good.
Great video....I've always been a Dainese /Alpinestar man , but went shopping last week for some new leathers. Tried on all the makes and RST fitted the best by a mile and we're half the price of the others , just got to wait till spring now to try em out
Richy keep banging on about the weight loss, using HUEL ive lost 1st 1lb so far and its the easiest thing i have ever used to lose weight..EXCELLENT video and EXCELLENT product..
That was impressive tbh. I see someone has already wisely commented on the need for a lower body airbag. Perhaps there needs to be more work on C-spine protection. OK I am on a roll now and perhaps going mad but what about an airbag device outside the helmet to reduce brain injury. Long way off I am sure but could work. ATVB
Alpinestars and I believe a bespoke UK manufacturer called BKS have products now which incorporate a pelvis airbag which is a huge step forward in safety. I totally agree, it’s about time the helmet manufacturers came up with an airbag design too.
No mention of costs but it does look a quality product. Anything that can help save you life in an accident has to be good. I have seen online some companies are now developing air bag pants. Just go easy around the nuts as would not want to end up with a permanent high pitched voice.😂 Thanks Richy very informative video. 👍
Looks really good, kit, but hope it's better than the RST waterproof boots i had which leaked the time I had light rain 🤣 But all joking aside what's the cost without the monthly charge 🤔
Great vid thanks Richy. Do you still need the other protection? I assume a normal back protector is not necessary? Think Im going to go for this after watching
Great video again. Was funny watching you blow 😂 You should have done it on a crash mat 😂 But nah. Don’t think it would be for me. I hate wearing bike gear as it is. I even hate wearing my cloths. If I had a bigger one I wouldn’t 😂 So I put up. Great video though very entertaining to the end.. 👍👍👍
Really interesting video, I know you should not put cost before safety,however I wonder how many people including me ,even though I can afford the cost mentioned outright, some riders still wouldn’t bother ,more gadgets like cameras GOPROs, that’s me and thousands of others will think more gadgets and apps to deal with ,I do like the fact you can return it for inspection if required great bit of kit 😊, how do you manage to ride home if it’s still inflated ,and your ok to continue riding,bit like the Michelin Man. Got to be better than being attached with a cable,
My hubby and I wear Helite airbags. Have had them about 7 or 8 years now. Never ride without them at home. Our only problem with them is airlines are a bit funny with the pressurised canisters. So we've never been able to take them on holiday (fly and hire bikes). Would love to know if any of your channel followers have taken theirs on holiday (flights)
I was told many years ago to buy bike boots and jeans with armour before jackets and most injuries are hip and leg. Can’t help but wonder where the airbag jeans are?
Great video as you no I’m a ambassador for helite as I have the highest recorded impact speed of 52 mph ☝️ and I’m definitely only here because of that air vest ☝️ , I love to see riders in any airbag product 🙏 but this system for me isn’t the best on the market for a few different reasons, so I definitely look forward to your long term review 😎🤘👍
I am a little bit curious about the gloves you were wearing are they gardening gloves or are they proper motorcycle gloves as they do look like gardening gloves
Would have been good to see the other jackets, I have 2 RST jackets and the quality is amazing, wish there was a vest I could just put into my existing jacket without buying a new one. Also if you have ever been rear ended and lost the ability to walk, the design feature of a steel rod (the gas cylinder)near the spine during and accident is a massive no no. Still a lot of money for the jacket and then more money for a subscription to a box they can turn off whenever they want? Not exactly freedom is it? How many times do they go off by mistake and cause an accident? Why doesn't it slowly deflate? Another thing to charge to go riding ffs.
You talked about the 15 days in 'sleep mode' for the battery life if you forget to switch it off. What happens if you forget to switch it off and when you take it off just throw it on the sofa or bench for example? Does it go off? Do you need to hang it up carefully? I could see me forgetring about it and just throwing it in a heap after a long days riding!
@@RichyVida yes it’s the closed pub across the road from the Kia garage and next too the sea Perl on Mansfield road it’s up for sale now it has a massive car park
A car gets hit bumper or side, the airbags reacts and gets a barrier between the next hit. But as a rider you get hit first, the the airbag reacts. I don't know it might help sometimes, but not all the time. Once a rider drove in the side of a car with high speed, his head came off and roled down the road helmet and all. So your behavior is also key in your savety. Oh and the tech can be used against you in a criminal investigation. Just so you know. And if you can't go to a side position with your head after the accident, your tongue will slide to the back of your throat and you will sufficade to death.
It's a bit of a faff... I'm not into this new business model of selling something to people and also charging them a recurring fee to use it... Also the gear is over complicated, with layers and compartments. It's also a poor fit on you, too broad front to back... I believe in the safety aspect, but it has to be more refined before it is mainstream... Also, i prefer your Furygan gear...
@@RichyVida no idea just sent back to RST ,I wear a normal RST suit now, I still value there gear must of been a duff one ,but I draw the line when they go off over speed bumps , 😔 not funny .
I’ve been wearing an airbag (Helite turtle) for the past two years (in Australia) and it is now second nature to put it on in all temps. I have come off once (in the Himalayas) and I was very happy it activated and protected my back and neck.
I use and glad to say never tested my helite 2 vest. Used it in the south of France over a mesh jacket and no issue with temperature. Feels weighty if you're carrying it about like I did at Oradour-sur-Glane and this years TT. Otherwise, recommended.
Very cool and interesting video Richy, hey 2 stones not bad looking good....but you looked like you put 3 stones back on again in milliseconds...🤣🤣 looking forward too hearing how you get on with it..enjoy your weekend Richy..
Regards Glenn👍👌
I have had a airbag years and unfortunately had a massive high side in one and can say it saved me big time I landed on the back of my head it came up and saved my neck .everyone should have one .Definitely 💩your self when they go off in a accident
That was brilliant, that’s the funniest thing I’ve seen for ages😂😂
I ride with an in@motion air bag for 4 years now and love it very comfortable even in summer with my summer jacket not a problem and it's second nature. The app that comes with it so you can have off road track or road .
Cracking stuff . That jacket looked really nice . Definitely food for thought.
Well done on the weight loss Richy,never easy ,but looking good on it Sir....liked and thanks as always...🏴
Thank you kindly 👍
Had an in&motion airbag for four years now. Fantastic, it's an independent 1 that sits under any and all jackets, shirts etc. So light and comfortable. And I think you'll agree just how much added protection it offers. 🤟
What brand of vest is it please? Have you ever been unfortunate enough to test it?
What a fantastic bit of kit, I’ve seen them go off so many time’s watching BSB but didn’t know how exactly they work. Had to laugh at the facial expressions 🤣
Very informative video thank you. I love the look of the RST gear but do find that the jackets are rather short in the body and when riding seem to creep up causing a draft up your back.
I have had my Alpinestar airbag jacket go off in a small accident, I felt like I was having a heart attack until it self deflated after a prescribed time.
Hi Richy, loved it, without doubt the best a most useful video you have made, potentially a life saver. Thank you to you and RST.
What a great, informative video Rich. Should dispel people’s fears about them. Slo mo shots were brilliant too! Thank you👍
I’ve been using in&motion with rst for a few years now. Also have a furygan in&motion vest to wear under any make jacket. Wouldn’t ride with one, same as I wouldn’t ride without a helmet or drive without a seat belt. It’s no hassle and not too expensive and could potentially save your life or a great deal of injury. Glad you’re convinced Richy, I’ve had mostly positive feedback from other bikers that have asked about mine but a lot seem put off with the subscription price. That’s where Astars and Dainese are different, no subscription but higher initial garment costs.
Great vlog Richy 👍 I'll be certainly looking into these jackets 😊
Love the way you ask the questions we would all ask. Pleasing it wasn't a standard sales pitch. Well done and will consider investing now
Everyday is a school day. Thanks for the cool and educational content 👍🏻 Enioyed that immensely.
...built into the garment sounds great. I always thought they came independently. Very informative Rich. Most of my gear is RST
Thanks Richy for that video. I#ve allways thought about getting an airbag system. I might just do that now!
Very informative. I hope that all manufacturers develop this soon as I don’t want to restrict to one brand
I've been wearing a Helite E-vest for most of this year and I won't now ride without it.
At first I was a bit unsure about the look and how bulky it felt however after a month of riding with it I just forgot about it and feel safe wearing it. I really won't get on my bike without it now
yea its a great system been looking into these myself as i am touring alot more and maybe doing some solo rides think it would be a wise investment thanks Richy for the great insite...
Very useful demonstration! Thanks for taking the "blow".
I bought an Ixon airvest over three years ago. It uses the same InEMotion airbag/brain etc. I zip it on and west it under my textile jacket, my leather too piece and my mesh jacket. There are guides on how much space you need for the inflation. Since you remove the back protector from your gear it takes up no more room. It covers me for all season road riding so I opted for the £120 a year option. Then I went and bought an RST one piece suit for use on track. The brain just transfers across and I just select track mode on the app. The extra mode costs £25 a year. Its a really cheap way of being airbag protected in all my riding.
Now it's over three years old I paid £100 and that's it, no more cost. In hindsight I'd have just paid £400 up front but it's only been £60 difference. I've not had an activation, so as was discussed, I just think of it as unused insurance.
One thing that wasn't mentioned is that you can replace the level 1 back protector part with a D3O level 2 protector. It's about £60 and I've done that in my vest and track suit.
Everyone spends money the way they want but I'd prioritise this over a bit of bling or an exhaust. They save many people from serious injuries. We've all seen the MotoGP riders inflating in the air after highsides etc. Why wouldn't you want that protection? 🤷♂️
Highly recommended from my point of view. 👍
It's not the only product out there. Helite being the obvious one. There's is external so can be a bigger bag but it has to be wear resistant and hence weight and airflow are massively different. My mate bought one and simply doesn't wear it due to that....plus it's far from the nicest looking thing.
Pmsl!!!! Watched all your uploads and never seen you look as if you are going to shat yourself, so much! Brilliant! Keep em' coming mate
The anticipation was horrible!
Looks great! Quite a leap from the T-Shirts, jeans and work boots of the 70s. Still have my Schotts Brothers leather jacket from the early 70s. A few scoffs here and there. Like your man said, wave of the future. I’m all over it ! Did the RSTs still have elbow armor?
Looks a great set up they have there , shame its not open to the pubic , mate your face as that airbag went off had me and the missus in stitches🤣🤣 , I did really like the fusion jacket though looked great and the protection it offers was amazing👌
Fancy one of these myself , nice one👍
I wouldn't ride a bike without one. I've had a helite turtle for about 3 years, clips into the bike, no battery to forget to charge. Clicks in just like a seatbelt in a car. Set it off once after forgetting I had lifted the sidestand and left the keys in my pocket. Was like a bear hug and I rolled 3 times. I have never found it bulky or get in the way
I looked at the airbag system a few years ago and it was a fortune, no mention of costs here🤔
Really? Thought I did? Jackets and system circa £500. The module is on top - which is mentioned 👍
cracking video Rich , i’m a big lad not sure RST do 4 or 5 XL 😊, you was my size inflated lol 😂
Very informative Richy.
This jacket shows what you would look like if you put 2+ stones of weight back on ;@.
I think if it were a really hot day I would prefer to wear a proper mesh jacket minus any air bag system such as my Revit just to enjoy the air flow through the mesh and keep cool.
I have mostly RST and Richa bike clothing both leathers and textile. None of it is air bag though.
You do look a lot thinner and healthier these days Richy. All to the good.
Thank you, Sir! Yes, they also do mesh jackets with the same system built in 👍
Great stuff, Tracey says well done (she demonstrated a Helite airbag vest at Motorcycle Live last year)
Looking very trim there rich 👏
That place is the the next town along and I’ve drove past it thousands of times and never knew it was there.
Yep. Same!
Haha loved this one pal 😂
RST make fine product.Cheers
Great video....I've always been a Dainese /Alpinestar man , but went shopping last week for some new leathers. Tried on all the makes and RST fitted the best by a mile and we're half the price of the others , just got to wait till spring now to try em out
Aah, Spring! 😍
Funny as,,,when the bag went off mate,but how interesting was that 10 owta 10 ;-)
Ride Safe Mr B \m/
Thanks 👍
Interesting video,good one 👍the name of the industrial estate ,try saying that with a few drinks 👏Manxman 🇮🇲
Richy keep banging on about the weight loss, using HUEL ive lost 1st 1lb so far and its the easiest thing i have ever used to lose weight..EXCELLENT video and EXCELLENT product..
Well done! Keep it up!
I’m sold, wow😮
That was impressive tbh. I see someone has already wisely commented on the need for a lower body airbag. Perhaps there needs to be more work on C-spine protection. OK I am on a roll now and perhaps going mad but what about an airbag device outside the helmet to reduce brain injury. Long way off I am sure but could work. ATVB
Alpinestars and I believe a bespoke UK manufacturer called BKS have products now which incorporate a pelvis airbag which is a huge step forward in safety. I totally agree, it’s about time the helmet manufacturers came up with an airbag design too.
You can get airbag jeans now
Wow was very cool to see. Could have used that when deer ran into me 😮😎🏍💨💨💨💨💨💨👍🏻🇨🇦🍻
Oh bugger! What happened? Were you ok? Where? Tell me! 👍
Richy went... Pooof. 🤣
No mention of costs but it does look a quality product. Anything that can help save you life in an accident has to be good.
I have seen online some companies are now developing air bag pants.
Just go easy around the nuts as would not want to end up with a permanent high pitched voice.😂
Thanks Richy very informative video. 👍
Jacket - including airbag system is only around the £500 mark. The “brain” is the only thing on top of that, mentioned 👍
Very interesting, made me jump just watching. Great video 👍
Not as much as me! Was horrible haha
Looks really good, kit, but hope it's better than the RST waterproof boots i had which leaked the time I had light rain 🤣 But all joking aside what's the cost without the monthly charge 🤔
26:34 now keen on that jacket mate, nice video though
Great vid thanks Richy. Do you still need the other protection? I assume a normal back protector is not necessary? Think Im going to go for this after watching
The jacket/garments would still have all the shoulder/elbow/back protection, with the airbag system cleverly tucked in around it 👍
@@RichyVida Great thanks for the reply. Your video dispelled a lot of the mystery that we all had I think. Nice one.
Great video again. Was funny watching you blow 😂
You should have done it on a crash mat 😂
But nah. Don’t think it would be for me. I hate wearing bike gear as it is.
I even hate wearing my cloths.
If I had a bigger one I wouldn’t 😂
So I put up.
Great video though very entertaining to the end.. 👍👍👍
“If I had a bigger one” 😂
@@RichyVida 😂
Really interesting video, I know you should not put cost before safety,however I wonder how many people including me ,even though I can afford the cost mentioned outright, some riders still wouldn’t bother ,more gadgets like cameras GOPROs, that’s me and thousands of others will think more gadgets and apps to deal with ,I do like the fact you can return it for inspection if required great bit of kit 😊, how do you manage to ride home if it’s still inflated ,and your ok to continue riding,bit like the Michelin Man. Got to be better than being attached with a cable,
Removing the gas canister will deflate the bag 👍
My hubby and I wear Helite airbags. Have had them about 7 or 8 years now. Never ride without them at home. Our only problem with them is airlines are a bit funny with the pressurised canisters. So we've never been able to take them on holiday (fly and hire bikes). Would love to know if any of your channel followers have taken theirs on holiday (flights)
Helite have a special letter for airlines which they claim permits you to carry the cylinders.
Guys if am walk trunk from pub and luse my stability control will be activated as well
I want one . 🎄
Haha 😛 like what you did there! Show your comment to your SO with the little Christmas tree haha oh and keep your🤞
I was told many years ago to buy bike boots and jeans with armour before jackets and most injuries are hip and leg. Can’t help but wonder where the airbag jeans are?
Alpinestars and BKS now have products either out or coming for pelvis protection.
If anyone asked me if I was wearing an airbag my answer would have to be "No I'm just a naturally bat fastard"
Haha you look fine to me! 👍
Great video as you no I’m a ambassador for helite as I have the highest recorded impact speed of 52 mph ☝️ and I’m definitely only here because of that air vest ☝️ , I love to see riders in any airbag product 🙏 but this system for me isn’t the best on the market for a few different reasons, so I definitely look forward to your long term review 😎🤘👍
🙌
I am a little bit curious about the gloves you were wearing are they gardening gloves or are they proper motorcycle gloves as they do look like gardening gloves
😂😂 they’re mountain bike gloves actually. Not the safest but super comfy for hot summer riding
Would have been good to see the other jackets, I have 2 RST jackets and the quality is amazing, wish there was a vest I could just put into my existing jacket without buying a new one. Also if you have ever been rear ended and lost the ability to walk, the design feature of a steel rod (the gas cylinder)near the spine during and accident is a massive no no. Still a lot of money for the jacket and then more money for a subscription to a box they can turn off whenever they want? Not exactly freedom is it? How many times do they go off by mistake and cause an accident? Why doesn't it slowly deflate? Another thing to charge to go riding ffs.
You talked about the 15 days in 'sleep mode' for the battery life if you forget to switch it off. What happens if you forget to switch it off and when you take it off just throw it on the sofa or bench for example? Does it go off? Do you need to hang it up carefully? I could see me forgetring about it and just throwing it in a heap after a long days riding!
Its technology knows where it is and what movements are normal for riding etc, so you can throw it down or hang it up, or drop it and it won’t go off.
I wouldn’t be throwing it down just in case, but yes, as said below, it’s a very clever system.
The only exception is when in a car ferry....we were moving in port quite slowly and mine went off with a bang as I was putting it on😮😮😮!🎉
If I buy an air bag it will be a Helite turtle where I’m in control
Ok? 👍
It’s a shame they don’t buy the blue bell in Sutton and turn it into a shop with a coffee shop and make a decent bike destination
Blue bell? Empty place?
@@RichyVida yes it’s the closed pub across the road from the Kia garage and next too the sea Perl on Mansfield road it’s up for sale now it has a massive car park
A car gets hit bumper or side, the airbags reacts and gets a barrier between the next hit. But as a rider you get hit first, the the airbag reacts. I don't know it might help sometimes, but not all the time. Once a rider drove in the side of a car with high speed, his head came off and roled down the road helmet and all. So your behavior is also key in your savety. Oh and the tech can be used against you in a criminal investigation. Just so you know. And if you can't go to a side position with your head after the accident, your tongue will slide to the back of your throat and you will sufficade to death.
What a fine forensic analysis.
What about if you wear a neckprotection together with this ?
Well this protects your neck upon activation , so you wouldn’t need anything else..
@@RichyVida Great 😄
I’m only joking😂 but that’s how you looked before you lost weight 😂😂😂
Haha
@@RichyVida well done pal.
being honest i’ve paid more than £70 for 3 bangs before . 😮
😂
Looks like a lot off work, not just put on and go
First
🤣🤣
It's a bit of a faff... I'm not into this new business model of selling something to people and also charging them a recurring fee to use it... Also the gear is over complicated, with layers and compartments. It's also a poor fit on you, too broad front to back... I believe in the safety aspect, but it has to be more refined before it is mainstream... Also, i prefer your Furygan gear...
Don't hit us with another discount code ,is it me but when I've tried now on numerous occasions they've failed ,thus having no faith in the matters
In what? Codes? Airbags? 🤷
@@RichyVida no idea just sent back to RST ,I wear a normal RST suit now, I still value there gear must of been a duff one ,but I draw the line when they go off over speed bumps , 😔 not funny .