The all new AK-1 Kart Body Protector, a high-performance and race-orientated FIA STANDARD 8870-2018 homologated karting body protector. Ergonomically designed and constructed with weight-saving materials to ensure a superb fit, in youth and adult sizes.
It's super easy to wear, as well as put on or remove, due its clever use of a speed-lace closure system and dual adjustable elastic shoulder straps. The AK-1 Kart Body Protector offers superior protection while being super lightweight and comfortable to wear.
CONSTRUCTION
Rib Protectors:
+ Rib protectors are constructed from a carbon fiber thermoset material backed by a soft touch comfort padding
+ Pre-curved to offer a snug fit without obstructing movement
Chest Protector:
+ Chest protector made from a high performance thermoplastic polymer backed with a thermoformed padding
+ Ergonomically profiled for a superb fit
Back Protector:
+ Made from a high performance thermoplastic polymer, backed with a thermoformed padding
+ Designed to minimize the distance between the seat and back
+ Innovative 'Speed-Lace' closure system and straps
+ Extremely easy to put on due to the 'Speed-lace' system
+ Adjustable elastic shoulder straps
+ Available in youth and adult versions
PROTECTION
+ Regulation (eu) 2016/425 + Fia standard 8870-2018
Alpinestars AK-1 Sizing Chart
| Protector Size | Chest Size | Height |
| Youth S/M | 56-82cm | 116-134cm |
| Youth L/XL | 68-83.5cm | 134-154cm |
| XXS/XS | 75.5-89cm | 152-170cm |
| S/M | 83.5-100cm | 170-188cm |
| L/XL | 95.5-111cm | 170-188cm |
