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Post by 50cc on Dec 19, 2012 11:37:41 GMT -5
Hi all, last winter I rode only with an open helmet, but this winter the weather is awful (snowy, extremely cold, foggy, rainy, etc.) and even a balaclava under the open-face doesn't help me from freezing, so I decided to go full-face for the first time. Today my new shiny white full-face Yamaha BYE FAST arrived at my work place and I put in on immediately after I finished. It was cold, foggy and very wet today (as any other winter day here) and I noticed helmet's clear visor fogs really bad. I googled this problem and read about many anti-fog brands, but I am NOT willing to pay for any specialized solutions, so I just want to ask if rubbing the inside with liquid soap on a dry cotton piece helps? A guy at Advrider claims liquid soap / dishwashing liquid "works" for a week, another swears spraying the inside with WD-40 does magic, but I don't want to rub my new visor with anything before I get a confirmation soap works.
Also, I have a full face balaclava. Will wearing it (breathing through it) under my helmet help fogging? Thanks in advance
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Post by carasdad on Dec 19, 2012 12:04:19 GMT -5
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Post by 50cc on Dec 19, 2012 12:15:31 GMT -5
Thanks, but I really have NO MONEY at the moment, so I'd prefer to choose from the free homemade solutions:
- shaving cream
- liquid soap
- washing up liquid
- WD-40
- spitting on it (scuba divers' trick)
So which from the above you'd recommend?
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Post by carasdad on Dec 19, 2012 12:24:58 GMT -5
Hmm..of the above...not sure... My girlfriend uses car wax(Carnuba based wax as the others have a mild abrasive in them!) seems to work well for her...but she also wears a scarf around her face so her breath is not blowing directly on the shield.
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Post by 50cc on Dec 19, 2012 12:34:58 GMT -5
Ok, thanks. I add a poll so anyone with a full-face can vote which is best.
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Post by slimshady on Dec 19, 2012 14:09:43 GMT -5
It the only thing I use at work on shields, safety glasses and it works!
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Post by 50cc on Dec 19, 2012 14:13:42 GMT -5
It the only thing I use at work on shields, safety glasses and it works! You mean shaving cream? |
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Post by carasdad on Dec 19, 2012 14:18:02 GMT -5
It the only thing I use at work on shields, safety glasses and it works! Ok...great..but umm..what do you use?. ;D..you did not mention it.. |
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Post by skuttadawg on Dec 19, 2012 19:04:46 GMT -5
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Post by 50cc on Jan 16, 2013 10:41:18 GMT -5
Oh come ooon... Anyone? ;D
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Post by snugglebunny on Jan 16, 2013 10:46:49 GMT -5
sorry i dont use any of those,
my modular full face has vents
top and bottom.
i have never been 'foggy'
i have heard of the shaving cream trick
but not sure if it works.
try keeping it cracked just a bit
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Post by scootnwinn on Jan 16, 2013 10:47:32 GMT -5
You'll get your answer just in time for Spring. I use a free system that involves the annoying lifting of my visor at slow speeds...
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Post by danno711 on Jan 16, 2013 10:56:01 GMT -5
You'll get your answer just in time for Spring. I use a free system that involves the annoying lifting of my visor at slow speeds... I have so much to learn.....hehehehehe  |
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Post by skuttadawg on Jan 16, 2013 13:02:41 GMT -5
NNOOOOOOOOOOO on RainX its made for glass NOT plastic . I already tried it and it made it worse and had to use hot water to wash it off . Try cleaning with a soft rag with what you on hand and breathe through your nose not your mouth
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Post by wutzthedeal on Jan 16, 2013 16:28:07 GMT -5
None of those home remedies worked for me, and I tried all of them. The only thing I've found so far that works on fog is Clarity DeFog It.
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Post by scootnwinn on Jan 17, 2013 3:32:28 GMT -5
I used to use a Fogcity Fogshield it never failed in over 2 years but they cost like 20 bucks so I didn't mention it.
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Post by larrball on Jan 17, 2013 3:56:52 GMT -5
I have proscription glasses with side shields. So far, to keep the moisture down with a FF helmet is to keep it opened just a tad when needed. That's the free anti-fogging solution the outher requires a trip to the M/C shop for an Ani-fog visior attachment.. ---------------------------------------------- Funny Fire Fox's spell check --- "Anifog-visior" = "Animadversion" I want one! ;D  |
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Post by EPAhater on Jan 17, 2013 8:36:10 GMT -5
The shaving cream trick will work for a spell, if you ride everyday then you may have to do it often, have used it with success. Also it depends on what shaving cream. Need some of the plain just foam type not the gel that turns into a foam lather.
What I did was use two coats. Put it on dry it well and then apply another coat and make sure the visor is good and dry with no residue left.
Also there are some eyeglass cleaner/defoggers that work well that are very economical as well that do a decent job.
Now you asked about economic home solutions, here is one that people have used riding snowmobiles that says works and for sure can't cause any harm to your visor:
Spray window cleaner on the inside and outside of your face shield and wipe dry with a clean lens cloth. Be careful not to use any type of cleaner with ammonia in it or the fumes from the ammonia will linger in your helmet. Make sure the shield is completely dry before continuing.
Cut a cooking potato so you have several slices that are easy to hold yet thick enough that they will not break (about a 1/4 inch thick).
Rub the white of the potato over the inside and outside of the face shield. You will be able to see where you have rubbed because the starch from the potato will leave a white film. Make sure you completely coat both sides of the shield and set it aside to dry for about 1/2 hour.
Use a clean lens cloth to buff the shield until it is clear. Keep checking the shield by holding it up and looking through it to make sure it is clear and there are no swirl marks left from the potato coating. When you have buffed the shield completely clear, you are done.
Cheap and have nothing to lose.
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Post by 50cc on Jan 17, 2013 10:41:34 GMT -5
The shaving cream trick will work for a spell, if you ride everyday then you may have to do it often, have used it with success. Also it depends on what shaving cream. Need some of the plain just foam type not the gel that turns into a foam. THANKS! |
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Post by skuttadawg on Jan 17, 2013 17:09:18 GMT -5
Scotts anti fog at www.cyclegear.com works great . Use non ammonia glass cleaner as ammonia is bad for coatings on eyeglasses and shields . I also have my shield cracked open too |
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Post by jarlaxle on Jan 17, 2013 19:08:15 GMT -5
My mother uses regular dish soap...one treatment lasts about a week.
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Post by skuttadawg on Jan 17, 2013 20:26:30 GMT -5
The Scott Antifog can last a week depending on conditions
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Post by wutzthedeal on Jan 18, 2013 13:56:46 GMT -5
I used to use a Fogcity Fogshield it never failed in over 2 years but they cost like 20 bucks so I didn't mention it. Been thinking about using that or some pinlock. I've heard visual clarity lacks; true? |
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Post by scootnwinn on Jan 18, 2013 15:58:58 GMT -5
Yes but it is better than a fogged visor. You definitely need to be careful how you clean them.
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