Lifestyle

Rider Protection

The new Harley-Davidson Smart Vest combines comfort and style in a protective, heavyweight cowhide leather shell that is perforated for cooling airflow — an important factor when riding in South Florida — and stretch side panels for a superior fit.
Words by Bill Lindsey  | October 29, 2024 | Lifestyle

What makes the vest stand out, however, is what you don’t see: advanced airbag protection powered by D-Air from Dainese Technology. The system boasts a series of sensors monitoring what’s happening around the rider more than 1,000 times per second, continuously processing critical data in real time, ready to deploy instantly in the event of a collision with a stationary object, other vehicles, or in a rear-end collision. The airbag covers the chest and central area of the back, form-sealing with the rider’s helmet. It’s powered by a battery providing up to 26 hours of service, with a USB port for fast recharging. Safety is further enhanced by 3M Scotchlite Black Carbon reflective material that increases nighttime visibility; Harley-Davidson.com.