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Faceshields- by Daffe Duc on 5/9/2003
TYPES

1. Clear
  • Adv: all-purpose, anytime use
  • Disad: during daytime, may be too bright - use sunglasses.
  • Cost: $20 (or so)

2. Lightly tinted
  • Adv: daytime use, decreases sunlight in eyes
  • Disad: tinted shields are rated for daytime use only. you'll have to carry a clear visor if you feel you may be riding at night as well.
  • cost: $20 - $50 (or so)

3. Tinted or dark
  • Adv: daytime use, coolness factor, no need for sunglasses.
  • Disad: must change to clear when riding at night
  • Cost: $50 (or so)

4. Mirrored
  • Adv: coolness factor, daytime use, no sunglasses needed.
  • Disad: must change to clear when riding at night
  • Cost: $50 (or so)


DESIGN

1. Visor without coverplates: usually Shoei, some AGV, some HJC and other makes. Shoei visors are easy to change b/t different shields. the HJC system without coverplates is difficult to align properly. If the HJC shield isn't seated properly, it will feel like it doesn't ratchet.

2. Visor with coverplates: Arai, some AGV, some HJC, some KBC. The Arai system is fairly straight-forward in use. Some, like the Suomy system, are slightly less user-friendly and feels like you're breaking the plates when removing them for shield-change.

3. Dual-system (i.e. Shuberth): the "terminator" look. This has a full clear visor with a "strip"-type dark shield that flips down to cover the eyes only. Recommended for those who don't want to go to the trouble of switching b/t shields and those who wear glasses.

4. Visor with flip-up chin-bar: needs slightly more dexterity to maneuver b/t flipping the chin-bar and raising the shield. When using this type of system (Nolan, HJC, Shoei, and others make this type), you will tend to handle the shield much more when riding or using the helmet so be prepared for more scratches on it.

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Soap & water is preferable (some riders use Hond@ pro Cleaner and Polisher). Dry-cleaning (using cleaner or windex) is not preferable over soap & water, since there may be very small bits of dust on the shield that may scratch it while you're wiping the cleaner fluid off.

2. Dry with a cotton cloth. Paper towels are not recommended, as they may scratch the surface. Use cotton cloth with mirrored shields. The iridium/mirrored coated sheilds are more fragile than non-coated ones.


WEATHER PREP

1. Zook - wax-based paste (also comes in a spray). works fairly well in anti-fog properties when wet-weather riding. Apply to the inside of the shield and eyeglasses. Use a cotton cloth to polish the shield.

2. Fog-City system - great reviews from users. It's an appliable surface that is great in preventing fogging. It's fragile, however.

- Daffe Duc (webmaster SFBMHA site)
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