Autoliv, the global leader in automotive safety systems, and Yamaha Motor Co have co-developed an innovative airbag system for the new Tricity 300 commuter scooter. This could mark a significant step towards making advanced safety solutions accessible to a wider range of riders, moving beyond their previous availability solely on high-end motorcycles.

Motorcycle and scooter crashes are often unpredictable and highly variable, underscoring the need for comprehensive, vehicle integrated protection systems. Autoliv states that its “on-vehicle airbag tor commuter scooters is engineered to help protect the rider in a frontal collision by reducing the impact of kinetic energy.”

The company claims that the system has been developed with everyday usability in mind and that it was designed to preserve vehicle balance, storage space, and overall riding experience.

“This collaboration represents a key development beyond our core business. It contributes to our future growth, and it is an important step in delivering on our long-term strategic agenda. It also marks a significant advancement in safeguarding motorcyclists, who traditionally have far less protection than occupants in light vehicles,” said Mikael Bratt, President & CEO, Autoliv.

According to Autoliv, the airbag is seamlessly integrated into the panel of the Yamaha Tricity 300 scooter and engineered to absorb the rider’s kinetic energy in a frontal collision while maintaining vehicle balance and storage space. 

To achieve high levels of performance and reliability, the product has undergone validation consistent with applicable development standards, including advanced simulations and full-scale crash testing.