Stilo Carbon Curva TEK FIA 8870 Kart Rib Protector

When your series demands certified protection, the Stilo Carbon Curva TEK FIA 8870 Kart Rib Protector is the answer. Built on the same full carbon fibre Curva platform trusted by kart racers worldwide, the TEK adds FIA 8870 homologation — the international standard for kart rib protection — in a wider size range than any other Stilo rib protector.

Seven sizes from XS to XL mean there is a properly fitted Carbon Curva TEK for every driver on the grid, from junior racers stepping up to senior competition through to larger adult drivers who have struggled to find a carbon rib protector that actually fits.

Why the Carbon Curva TEK

• FIA 8870 homologated — meets the international standard for kart rib protection; required by many competitive series in NZ and AU
• Full carbon fibre construction — maximum rigidity and impact resistance at minimum weight
• Curva anatomical profile — shaped to the natural curve of the ribcage for a close, secure fit that stays in position under race conditions
• 7 sizes XS–XL — the widest size range of any Stilo kart rib protector
• Kart-specific design — engineered for the seated, low-profile position of kart racing
• Stilo engineering — from the brand trusted by professional racing drivers worldwide for helmets and safety equipment

Carbon Curva TEK vs Carbon Curva — Which One?

Not sure which is right for you? See the Stilo Carbon Curva (AS0001) or contact Aaron Harris for advice.

Specifications

Size Guide

Measure your chest circumference in centimetres around the widest part of your chest.

Not sure of your size? Contact Aaron Harris on +64274499654 or aaron@harriscomms.co.nz for fitting advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What sizes does the Carbon Curva TEK come in?

XS, S, S+, M, L, L+, and XL — 7 sizes covering the full range from junior to large adult. Measure your chest circumference in centimetres and refer to the size guide above.

What does FIA 8870 approval mean?

FIA 8870 is the international homologation standard for kart rib protectors. It means the protector has been independently tested and certified to meet defined impact absorption requirements. Required by many competitive karting series in NZ and AU.

How does the TEK differ from the standard Carbon Curva?

The TEK (AS0003) adds FIA 8870 homologation and a wider 7-size range (XS–XL). The standard Carbon Curva (AS0001) comes in S/M/L only and is not FIA 8870 rated. Both use full carbon fibre Curva construction.

Is this required for karting in NZ and AU?

Requirements vary by series and club. FIA 8870 is required or strongly recommended in many competitive classes. Always confirm with your organiser. Contact Aaron Harris for advice: +64274499654 | aaron@harriscomms.co.nz.

How do I choose the right size?

Measure your chest circumference in centimetres. If between sizes, contact Aaron Harris on +64274499654 or aaron@harriscomms.co.nz for fitting advice.

All products are genuine Stilo stock sourced directly through Stilo's supply chain, covered by Stilo's manufacturer warranty, and dispatched fast across NZ and AU from Harris Race Radios — NZ & AU's most experienced Stilo specialist.

Why Buy From Harris Race Radios?

Rex Harris — qualified Radio Telecommunications Engineer, Approved Radio Certifier (NZ RSM and AU ACMA), and motorsport specialist since 1975 starting at the Marlboro Series Grand Prix — built one of Australasia's most respected motorsport businesses from the ground up. Aaron Harris, Rex's son, is an active racing driver and race engineer: Bathurst 1000, Bathurst 12 Hour, Barcelona 24 Hour (1st in class, 2013), BMW Race Driver Series Champion (2011), race engineer for Earl Bamber Motorsport, TekworkX, Matt Stone Racing, and Porsche Carrera Cup Australia/Asia-Pacific/NZ. Aaron holds a MSNZ Licence Examiner appointment for helmets, racewear, FHR and HANS — he has personally inspected and approved the safety equipment of hundreds of NZ and AU racing drivers.

Charlie Harris — Aaron's son, engineering student at the University of Canterbury — has won NZ Karting championships. Danaka Harris, Aaron's daughter, has raced karts for four years with Aaron as her race engineer. When you buy from Harris Race Radios, you're getting advice from a family that has worn, fitted, and raced in this equipment — not just sold it.

Contact Aaron: +64274499654 | aaron@harriscomms.co.nz