Helite Turtle 2 Shell Inflatable Air Vest - High Viz
Inflatable protector vest with turtle technology
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Customers have praised the air vest for its quality, comfort, and effectiveness. Despite initial concerns about weight, many found it to be barely noticeable once worn. The built-in back protector and manual activation system were highlighted as key benefits. While some experienced sizing issues, others found the size guide accurate. The vest's ability to prevent injuries in crashes was frequently commended. Overall, customers recommend the vest as a valuable investment for rider safety, offering peace of mind.
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Safety First
25 December 2024 by Suzanne B
Who knew you could have an airbag for riding a bike! Yes, it's expensive but after reading lots of reviews it was an obvious buy for me - it's a small price to pay to ensure my husband is as safe as possible while riding his bike. I hope it's never needed but have comfort that it will give him some protection. The fit is great and delivery was super speedy.
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Safety net
09 October 2024 by Filip S
Having pondered for some time, I decided to give myself an early birthday present and purchased the vest.
I initially made a sizing mistake but it was quickly returned and repurchased. I contacted Sportbikeshop regarding the replacement, and an advisor was available immediately and was helpful.
The vest feels sturdy and substantial but it's not very heavy, once it's on and I sit on the bike I do not notice it. Since it's a manual (tethered) version I had to change my mounting/dismounting routine but not a biggie, just have to remember about the vest attachment. I actually dismounted the bike on a few occasions still connected and pulled the tether, but there wasn't enough force to deploy the vest.
Why not the electronic one? I guess I have more faith in the mechanical solution, and also should the worst come to happen, I don't want my thought to be "Did I recharge the battery?" just before the incident.
Good visibility, and although I rode through rain etc, it stayed relatively clean - it's only been a few weeks so too early to say.
I think this is the best safety gear, apart from a helmet. Buy it.
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Helite Turtle 2 - Great Inflatable Air Vest
06 October 2024 by Melville S
Perfect fit - comfortable to were. Got it fitted in the shop. Easy instructions to follow.
Hope that I never have to test it deploying.
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The safest possible
28 July 2024 by David P
Riding a motorbike is many times more dangerous than driving a car. The way I ride, the condition of my bike and the protective gear I wear are the factors I can influence. This inflatable vest is the best there is and it's very unobtrusive. Apparently 50 times better than standard armour and I got the hi-viz. I hope I never need it but I could say the same of my helmet. Really high quality as well.
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Brilliant safety product for motorcyclists
16 January 2024 by John P
The Helite Turtle 2 comes with its own protector which means you don't need a further protector in your jacket. This reduces the combined Weight of both. Fitting the tether is simple. As usual, a brilliant service from Sportsbikeshop. I've used the Helite Vest several times so far and haven't noticed the extra weight whilst wearing it. Expensive yes but what price do you put on your safety.
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Hope I'll never need it!
04 December 2023 by Jessi L
Seems a bit heavy at first, but you'll soon forget you're wearing it. Simple to service at home - they even include the allen key you need to disassemble and reassemble the trigger mechanism. Trust the sizing on SBS. The size guide on the Helite website would've been way too big! Yes, it's expensive, but worth it for the peace of mind.
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An excellent Air Vest
10 September 2023 by Pete C
A well made product with plenty of adjustment. It is not too intrusive and allows plenty of air flow when wearing a mesh jacket. It is expensive, but good kit always is. I can't comment on it's performance when triggered, but I am sure it will do it's job. I wasn't sure what size to get so I went to the Boston store to try a couple. As usual the service in store was excellent.
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Should be mandatory kit!
06 September 2023 by Ian
I genuinely see less bikers these days wearing hi viz let alone a piece of life saving kit such as this. It's very comfortable and straightforward to use I'm surprised it's not mandatory. Personally I agonised over the price but came to my senses.. My advice .. do the same!
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Life saving
31 July 2023 by Neil H
Replacement for a very old helite vest. Helite appear to have made the air bag much bigger and improved the looks. The exterior pocket is a nice addition.
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Helite Turtle 2 Air Vest
12 June 2023 by Hugh T
Very high quality, im very pleased with this purchase, great service from Sportsbikeshop 10 out of 10.
I initially thought of purchasing the electronic version, but I prefer the simple robust design of the standard air bag vest. Get one.
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Air bag vest
31 May 2023 by David P
After reaserching these products decided to invest in one for added protection. The vest is very sturdy and well made and initially felt heavy when lifting, but once on its very comfortable and I don't notice it when riding now. At first the Lanyard to the bike concerned me but already remembering to plug in and release. Recommended.
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Helite Turtle 2 simple & life saving
10 May 2023 by Howie
Comfortable and very durable looking vest, size true to charts. Large and safe-looking back protector, I think I'll take out the back protector from the jacket to feel less bulky. The vest is heavy in the hand, but it does not feel so when I put it on.
Does not look too excessive over the jacket.
Hope to never actually test it, of course.
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best investment ever
10 May 2023 by Brian H
Cannot put a price on safety - although I haven't actually needed to use it and hope I don't need to
But the feeling of the extra layer of safety is very comfortable
Comfortable to wear
Easy to fit
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What price a bit more safety
17 April 2023 by John B
First class delivery as always by Sportsbikeshop. Helite vest was well packaged and came with easily understandable instructions.
Feels excellent quality and hardly noticeable when wearing it. Highly recommended for an additional peace of mind.
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Safety investment
14 December 2022 by Nigel T
I found the size guide to be accurate and attaching the lanyard to the bike was a quick process. This vest was recommended at a Biker Down course I attended during which police and fire service personnel highlighted the advantages and ease of use. I hardly notice I'm wearing when riding. Get one! Oh and of course, Sportsbikeshop delivered rapidly with their usual exemplary service.
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Taken the plunge
06 October 2022 by Anonymous
After much procrastination shelled out for this vest. Obviously I hope it is never needed but feels like a solid bit of kit that is well made so will be there for years to come. Out for first big ride at the weekend and honestly when you're riding you hardly know it's there
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Peace of Mind
16 August 2022 by Paul R
I bought this having had a very near miss when a cyclist pulled a u-turn right in front of me as I was beginning an overtake on a country lane doing 57 mph. The consequences (for both of us) could have been horrendous.
The vest arrived the next day courtesy of Sportsbikeshop's excellent service. Wearing it, you don't notice it at all - it's comfortable, light and well fitted.
I now wear it on every ride hoping never to need it but feeling reassured that it's there should something go untoward.
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life saving air vest
05 July 2022 by Roger G
You can't put a price on your life. This is an amazing vest, well made for motorcyclists. Good service from SBS who always manage to dispatch within two days.
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Press Reviews
Description
Height - Measure from hte floor to the top of your head
Chest - Measure horizontally around the fullest part of your chest, under the armpits with your motorcycle gear on
Waist - Measure horizontally around your abdominal, at its deepest body point with your motorcycle gear on
Hip - Measure the circumference, from pelvic bone to pelvic bone, at the widest part of your hips
Back - While standing upright, measure the distance between the lower neck and the tailbone
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Manufacturer
Helite Turtle 2 Shell Inflatable Air Vest - High Viz
- Polyester with PVC coating construction
- 3D air mesh panels in back to promote air circulation
- Quick fastener on front
- 1 external pocket
- Turtle Air-Bag
- Inflates completely within 0.1 seconds
- Extensive protection is given to the back, neck, coccyx, ribs and chest
- CE level 2 back protector installed
- Canister and lanyard included
XS | S | M | L | XL | L-L | XL-L | |
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HEIGHT (Inch) | 57-65 | 61-67 | 65-69 | 67-73 | 71-77 | 67-73 | 71-77 |
CHEST (Inch) | 24-33 | 33-37 | 33-39 | 35-41 | 37-43 | 39-45 | 41-51 |
WAIST (Inch) | 24-30 | 28-31 | 30-33 | 31-35 | 33-37 | 35-45 | 39-49 |
HIP (Inch) | 26-31 | 31-37 | 33-39 | 35-41 | 37-43 | 39-45 | 41-51 |
BACK (Inch) | 12-18 | 18-22 | 20-24 | 22-26 | 24-28 | 22-28 | 24-30 |
E-CARTRIDGE | 60cc | 60cc | 60cc | 60cc | 60cc | 100cc | 100cc |
Height - Measure from hte floor to the top of your head
Chest - Measure horizontally around the fullest part of your chest, under the armpits with your motorcycle gear on
Waist - Measure horizontally around your abdominal, at its deepest body point with your motorcycle gear on
Hip - Measure the circumference, from pelvic bone to pelvic bone, at the widest part of your hips
Back - While standing upright, measure the distance between the lower neck and the tailbone
Questions and Answers
Does this come with a cannister?
March 9, 2023This is supplied with a canister.
The size chart here: is this the chest size under my leathers or over the top of them? Thanks, Richard
June 4, 2019You must measure your body dimensions with your motorcycle gear on. A more detailed size chart is available on Helite's website.
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