Harnesses Buying Guide

The first step is to decide what you need the harnesses for. Is your vehicle intended for everyday driving, track sessions or competitive FIA events?

For Everyday Driving

Harnesses approved for road use come in 3 point, 4 point, or 6 point configurations.

Most drivers opt for a 3 point or 4 point harness with road certification, featuring standard buckles the same as those found in regular production vehicles. Typically, these harnesses use 2 inch webbing and adjustable lap straps that can be tightened by pulling them up.

Popular Choices Include:

For those seeking a sportier appearance, quick-release rotary buckles paired with 4 point or 6 point FIA-certified harnesses are ideal. These harnesses are also road-legal, except for FIA models designated as ‘HANS only'.

Examples:

Road Harnesses

For Track Enthusiasts

Our harnesses are perfectly suited for track days. Opting for a road or FIA-certified harness makes sense, however some people prefer particular harnesses that are not FIA approved, but are made to the same exacting standards. The only reason they are not FIA approved is because the harness manufacturer has chosen not to put the harnesses through the costly approval process.

Featured Examples:

FIA Certified Harnesses

FIA usage is categorised into three distinct types:

  1. FIA Approved Without HANS Device
  2. FIA Approved Exclusively With HANS Device
  3. Single-Seater Racing Harnesses

FIA Approved Without HANS Device

As mentioned earlier, FIA-certified harnesses that aren't specifically designed to be used with a HANS use are also road-legal. These models are ideal for both competitive racing and daily driving.

Popular Examples:

FIA Approved Exclusively With HANS Device

These harnesses are designed specifically to be used with HANS (also know as FHR) devices. They feature 2 inch (or tapered from 3 inch to 2 inch) shoulder straps to accommodate the HANS system.

Available Models:

Single-Seater Racing Harnesses

Both Willans and TRS provide FIA-approved harnesses designed specifically for single-seater race cars, available in standard and HANS-compatible versions.

Examples Include:

FIA Harnesses

Off-Road Harness Solutions

We also offer a select range of harnesses engineered for off-road motorsport activities. These harnesses feature a lever latch release buckle, ideal for rugged and dusty environments.
Available Configurations:

View Off-Road Harness Range

Customisation Options

Each harness listing clearly displays the available options, including:

These options can be selected directly from dropdown menus on the respective product pages.

Vehicle Specific Harnesses

Certain vehicles require specialised harnesses due to compact cockpits or unique design constraints.
We offer tailor made harnesses for the following vehicles:

Shipping Information

United Kingdom:
All orders within the UK, including Highland, Islands, and Northern Ireland, are shipped free of charge.

International Shipping:
We also offer shipping to:

To view our current shipping rates, please refer to the individual harness product pages or visit our Shipping Charges page.

Note:
UK VAT of 20% is removed from all export orders, including those sent to the Channel Islands.

Delivery Times

Our harnesses are proudly manufactured in the UK.

Estimated delivery times are provided on each product listing.

Shipping Process:

Choosing Between Willans, TRS, and Cobra

Unsure Which Brand Suits You?
Selecting between Willans, TRS, or Cobra is similar to choosing between premium automotive brands like Volkswagen and Audi or Rolls Royce and Bentley. Both TRS and Willans offer top-tier harnesses with comparable quality and performance.

At the Cobra Seats Shop, we proudly support all of these brands and are happy to recommend the best option based on your specific requirements.

Want to find out more about TRS? You can view our in-depth guide to TRS Harnesses here: TRS Harnesses Explained

Why Buy From Us?

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