The care and feeding of a full faced helmet visor

"shop-teacher" (shop-teacher) 09/18/2019 at 23:47 • Filed to: Two wheels head protection

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So, I finally took the plunge on a full faced helmet last week. I know, I should have done that a long time ago, but nonetheless, I’ve got one now. Frankly, I like it.

So here’s the rub. T he v isor is already filthy.  I’m wondering what’s the best way to clean it, without screwing it up over time?

AestheticsInMotion > shop-teacher 09/19/2019 at 00:07

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Microfiber and glasses cleaner? 

DipodomysDeserti > shop-teacher 09/19/2019 at 00:10

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Soap and water and a microfiber rag or ammonia free glass cleaner.  Depending on how often you ride, it’s gonna get scratched up. Mine get eaten up fairly quickly on account of living in a place where the air is filled with sand and dirt. Replacement shouldn’t be too pricey though.

bob and john > shop-teacher 09/19/2019 at 00:49

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NOT windex.

get a dedicated helmet cleaner

TheRealBicycleBuck > shop-teacher 09/19/2019 at 01:18

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A clean microfiber cloth and plastic-safe cleaner. Some soapy water is fine. No ammonia-based cleaners!

ITA97, now with more Jag @ opposite-lock.com > shop-teacher 09/19/2019 at 01:57

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A mild soap and water with a soft cloth (i.e., nothing you wouldn’t wash your car with) . Paper towels will scratch the plastic over time. Something like Me quire’ s clear plastic cleaner and polish will do wonders for keep it clear (and you could biff out light scratches with it).  

Longtime Lurker > shop-teacher 09/19/2019 at 02:06

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I only use rain water and a clean microfiber cloth.

XJDano > shop-teacher 09/19/2019 at 02:07

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Get a new visor, keep protective plastic on it. 

StndIbnz, Drives a MSRT8 > XJDano 09/19/2019 at 09:04

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don’t forget the sticker!  those keep them very clean.

Mercedes Streeter > shop-teacher 09/19/2019 at 09:11

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I usually use a microfiber cloth and warm water . Stay away from ammonia based cleaners!