HANS Devices & Head and Neck Restraints (FHR)

Choose by seat angle first: 20 degrees for upright seats, 30 degrees for reclined ones. Then pick your size by collar, check that the rating (SFI 38.1, FIA 8858 or both) matches your series rulebook, and decide how much weight matters to you, since carbon models weigh less but cost more.

SFI 38.1 is the US specification for head and neck restraint systems, used by most American sanctioning bodies. FIA 8858 is the international standard covering the device and its helmet anchors, used in FIA-sanctioned events. Some devices are rated to both. Always check which rating your series rulebook requires before you buy.

At FAST RACER, head and neck restraints currently start under $400 for injection-molded models such as the OMP FHR 20 Club 3, and carbon fiber models run above $1,000. Price usually reflects material and weight rather than certification, since every device here meets SFI 38.1, FIA 8858, or both.

Yes. The device connects to your helmet through post anchors screwed into the helmet's M6 threaded receptacles. HANS devices come with two anchors and matching tethers, while other brands may sell anchors separately. Check each product page, and make sure your helmet has the threaded receptacles before you order.

No. A HANS device works with a seat harness that holds your body in place, and karts have no harness or seat belts. Karting drivers wear a neck brace or collar instead, often with a rib protector. Shop our karting neck braces and supports for kart-specific protection.

FAST RACER sells HANS devices and head and neck restraints from HANS, Zamp, OMP and Stand 21 online. Each product page lists the angle, size, rating and price, so you can choose before you order. US orders of $50 or more ship free, and you can exchange or return within 30 days.