How Do Things Work on Instagram: "Inflatable motorcycle vests work by deploying a protective airbag around the rider's vital areas in milliseconds during a crash, significantly reducing the risk of injury. These deployments can be seen in action in various online videos and crash test demonstrations. How the Deployment Works Mechanical Systems: These use a tether cord that connects the vest to the motorcycle frame. If the rider is thrown from the bike, the cord pulls a spring-loaded pin which pu