Best Anti-Fog for Helmet Shields

g21-30 · January 9th, 2009, 03:42 PM

Tricky name that you are sure to remember.

http://store.ekusa.com/index.php?mai...roducts_id=109

BlueTyke · January 9th, 2009, 06:15 PM

Cousin to Monkey Butt!

NJD022588 · January 10th, 2009, 01:19 PM

I heard Rain-X on the inside of the shield would help stop fog, but havent tried it yet. If it doesnt, I will probably be buying this. Thanks for the link!

kkim · January 10th, 2009, 01:44 PM

Try it and let us know, though I would guess Rain-X would make it worse based on my experience with it on my car windshield.

NJD022588 · January 10th, 2009, 02:14 PM

I LOVE it on my car windshield. Celica windshield wipers are absolutely horrible. I cant do anything to stop them from hopping, squeaking, and being just plain obnoxious (unless I replace the blades once a month!). So a combination on Rain-X on my windshield and Rain-X wiper fluid allow me to almost never use my windshield wipers.

Although, I dont really see how it's going to help prevent fogging up.. but its worth a try.

kkim · January 10th, 2009, 02:58 PM

I've found a Rain-X treated windshield will fog a little easier and I have to use the wipers to clear it off. I'm just talking about a windshield which has been treated on the outside.

Rain-X does not recommend using it on the inside of the car. They make a Fog-X for the inside glass to prevent inside fogging, which is a completely useless product.

As far as your wipers, I find cleaning the edge when I wash the car really helps. That, and I clean the edge of the wiper with window cleaner (windex) and if the wiper edge feels hard and brittle, I wipe some rubber protectant on the blade to make it soft and supple again.

If you park your car outside, that is really harsh on the rubber blades and they need attention often.

aloh · January 10th, 2009, 03:46 PM

I tried that catcrap stuff and its only decent. It helps reduce fogging, but it sure doesnt prevent it 100%. I got it for only 8 bucks shipped on ebay.

noche_caliente · January 10th, 2009, 07:35 PM

Nick - I got a new visor at that dealership by my house, you know the one, and they said that you should not put rain-x on the visor... the bad part is that I missed out on the reasoning because the kid started whining about wanting to watch thomas...

sprale · January 11th, 2009, 12:54 AM

Don't forget about inserts!

Here's a webbikeworld article on them.

I'll probably be trying out the Fog City one soon enough.

I don't really care about the outside, I don't mind wiping off excess water in the rain. I really hate having to open my visor to blow the fog out when it raining already.

Nemy · January 11th, 2009, 10:04 AM

if you're in the market for a new helmet check out the scorpion exo-700... great helmet and i've had absolutely no problems with fogging - and ive ridden in rain and snow...
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Sailariel · January 11th, 2009, 10:09 AM

Rain-X on the outside of a cage windscreen works fine. Rain-X anti fog is useless. Either one is useless on MC faceshields. I`m thinking of stopping at our local Dive Shop and getting some face mask anti fog. I do know that spitting on the inside of the faceshield and using a soft cloth to spread it evenly and dry it off works--definitely works on dive masks. I`ll tru the stuff from the dive shop and post the results---will have to wait till spring.

conchwanab · January 11th, 2009, 11:12 AM

I've asked about rain x at the dealer where I bought my bike and they said not to use it on the faceshield it could damage it.I picked up a bottle of Scotts anti fog cleaner but wo'nt get to use it until the spring riding season starts.I did purchase an extra faceshield with my helmet that is smoke tinted and anti fog and it works great even in temperatures at 25 degrees.

conchwanab · January 11th, 2009, 11:15 AM

By the way if you open your faceshield about a 1/4 inch it will help to get rid of the condensation pretty quick!!

NJD022588 · January 13th, 2009, 12:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kkim

As far as your wipers, I find cleaning the edge when I wash the car really helps. That, and I clean the edge of the wiper with window cleaner (windex) and if the wiper edge feels hard and brittle, I wipe some rubber protectant on the blade to make it soft and supple again.

If you park your car outside, that is really harsh on the rubber blades and they need attention often.

I've tried just about everything with this car. I've read online and many other people have the same problems. It seems that the only thing that works is to replace the wiper blades once a month.

Yeah, my car is outside so that contributes to the problem.

Quote:

Originally Posted by noche_caliente

Nick - I got a new visor at that dealership by my house, you know the one, and they said that you should not put rain-x on the visor... the bad part is that I missed out on the reasoning because the kid started whining about wanting to watch thomas...

Well, I wont be using it then... I know how he is with his trains...

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nemy

if you're in the market for a new helmet check out the scorpion exo-700... great helmet and i've had absolutely no problems with fogging - and ive ridden in rain and snow...

I have the same helmet and my trouble just comes with cold weather. Otherwise, it works great.

Angel-be-Good · January 13th, 2009, 09:31 PM

Respro Foggy Mask

Zero fog, doesn't wear off, doesn't change the clarity of your visor.

beowuff · January 14th, 2009, 02:25 PM

I also use the foggy mask. It not only keeps my visor from fogging, but also my glasses! Nobody makes "inserts" for glasses, and I'd be hesitant to wipe any anti fog on something so expensive (face shields are much cheaper!)

Criomega · January 21st, 2009, 11:24 PM

Heres one alot of us bike people don't think about. Scuba/diver mask anti fog products.

January 9th, 2009, 03:42 PM	#1
g21-30 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Sam Location: Northern Virginia Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250R 2009 Posts: A lot.	Best Anti-Fog for Helmet Shields Tricky name that you are sure to remember. http://store.ekusa.com/index.php?mai...roducts_id=109

January 9th, 2009, 06:15 PM	#2
BlueTyke So slow I'm first! Name: Sunny Location: San Jose, CA Join Date: Oct 2008 Motorcycle(s): 06 Kawasaki Ninja EX250 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 10	Cousin to Monkey Butt! __________________________________________________ Learn from the mistakes of others, you cannot make them all yourself. Save yourself the trouble and Learn.

January 10th, 2009, 03:46 PM	#7
aloh lolwut Name: Alex Location: socal Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Posts: 196	I tried that catcrap stuff and its only decent. It helps reduce fogging, but it sure doesnt prevent it 100%. I got it for only 8 bucks shipped on ebay. __________________________________________________ 08 Blue Ninja 250R

January 11th, 2009, 12:54 AM	#9
sprale Dead-thread Necromancer! Name: Levon Location: Central Texas Join Date: Sep 2008 Motorcycle(s): K5 V-Strom Posts: 144 Blog Entries: 3	Don't forget about inserts! Here's a webbikeworld article on them. I'll probably be trying out the Fog City one soon enough. I don't really care about the outside, I don't mind wiping off excess water in the rain. I really hate having to open my visor to blow the fog out when it raining already. __________________________________________________ Dead-thread Necromancer! 2007 Kawasaki Ninja EX250 ZG250 Quarter-Concours commuter Gone 2005 Suzuki V-Strom DL1000 Big Black Vee future hack?

January 13th, 2009, 09:31 PM	#15
Angel-be-Good ninjette.org guru Name: Ryan Location: San Francisco Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): '08 Ninja 250, '11 Street Triple R Posts: 337	Respro Foggy Mask Zero fog, doesn't wear off, doesn't change the clarity of your visor. __________________________________________________ The Sunday Best \| Current mileage: 50,000

January 10th, 2009, 01:19 PM	#3
NJD022588 ============ Name: Nick Location: Occoquan, VA Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): '09 Ninja 250R Posts: 518	I heard Rain-X on the inside of the shield would help stop fog, but havent tried it yet. If it doesnt, I will probably be buying this. Thanks for the link!

January 10th, 2009, 01:44 PM	#4
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	Try it and let us know, though I would guess Rain-X would make it worse based on my experience with it on my car windshield.

January 10th, 2009, 02:14 PM	#5
NJD022588 ============ Name: Nick Location: Occoquan, VA Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): '09 Ninja 250R Posts: 518	I LOVE it on my car windshield. Celica windshield wipers are absolutely horrible. I cant do anything to stop them from hopping, squeaking, and being just plain obnoxious (unless I replace the blades once a month!). So a combination on Rain-X on my windshield and Rain-X wiper fluid allow me to almost never use my windshield wipers. Although, I dont really see how it's going to help prevent fogging up.. but its worth a try.

January 10th, 2009, 02:58 PM	#6
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	I've found a Rain-X treated windshield will fog a little easier and I have to use the wipers to clear it off. I'm just talking about a windshield which has been treated on the outside. Rain-X does not recommend using it on the inside of the car. They make a Fog-X for the inside glass to prevent inside fogging, which is a completely useless product. As far as your wipers, I find cleaning the edge when I wash the car really helps. That, and I clean the edge of the wiper with window cleaner (windex) and if the wiper edge feels hard and brittle, I wipe some rubber protectant on the blade to make it soft and supple again. If you park your car outside, that is really harsh on the rubber blades and they need attention often.

January 10th, 2009, 07:35 PM	#8
noche_caliente ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Kim Location: mundo de ensueño Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): '08 250 Posts: A lot.	Nick - I got a new visor at that dealership by my house, you know the one, and they said that you should not put rain-x on the visor... the bad part is that I missed out on the reasoning because the kid started whining about wanting to watch thomas...

January 11th, 2009, 10:04 AM	#10
Nemy ninjette.org sage Name: Tim Location: Portland, OR Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2009 SE Ninja 250R Posts: 796	if you're in the market for a new helmet check out the scorpion exo-700... great helmet and i've had absolutely no problems with fogging - and ive ridden in rain and snow... Posted via Mobile Device

January 11th, 2009, 10:09 AM	#11
Sailariel ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Alex Location: Belfast, ME Join Date: Jul 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Honda NT-700-V, formerly, Green 2008 Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	Rain-X on the outside of a cage windscreen works fine. Rain-X anti fog is useless. Either one is useless on MC faceshields. I`m thinking of stopping at our local Dive Shop and getting some face mask anti fog. I do know that spitting on the inside of the faceshield and using a soft cloth to spread it evenly and dry it off works--definitely works on dive masks. I`ll tru the stuff from the dive shop and post the results---will have to wait till spring.

January 11th, 2009, 11:12 AM	#12
conchwanab ninjette.org member Name: Keith Location: Munroe Falls Ohio Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2008 ninja 250 Posts: 98	I've asked about rain x at the dealer where I bought my bike and they said not to use it on the faceshield it could damage it.I picked up a bottle of Scotts anti fog cleaner but wo'nt get to use it until the spring riding season starts.I did purchase an extra faceshield with my helmet that is smoke tinted and anti fog and it works great even in temperatures at 25 degrees.

January 11th, 2009, 11:15 AM	#13
conchwanab ninjette.org member Name: Keith Location: Munroe Falls Ohio Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2008 ninja 250 Posts: 98	By the way if you open your faceshield about a 1/4 inch it will help to get rid of the condensation pretty quick!!

January 14th, 2009, 02:25 PM	#16
beowuff ninjette.org member Name: Yancy Location: Redmond Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Ninja 250 Posts: 225	Resppo seconded! I also use the foggy mask. It not only keeps my visor from fogging, but also my glasses! Nobody makes "inserts" for glasses, and I'd be hesitant to wipe any anti fog on something so expensive (face shields are much cheaper!)

January 21st, 2009, 11:24 PM	#17
Criomega ninjette.org member Name: Ron Location: Detroit, MI. Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2 2008 ninja 250r's, 2002 Hayabusa, 2008 M109R to name few Posts: 20	Heres one alot of us bike people don't think about. Scuba/diver mask anti fog products. __________________________________________________ Lifes journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting "HOLY ****..WHAT A RIDE!"

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