Scratched visor compromises safety, but solution may be simple

The helmet is always remembered as the main safety item of the motorcyclist, which is true. Therefore, the entire set of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) must be in good condition. The visor is the protective layer between the eyes and the external environment, so it has to enable clean vision, and scratches are the biggest enemies of this. But, to avoid an unnecessary change, is there a solution for the scratched visor?

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The answer is: it depends! The main factor in assessing the feasibility of helmet visor recovery is depth of risks. Guidelines from Grupo Motociclo – one of the largest distributors and importers of parts, accessories and equipment for motorcycles in Brazil and the brand behind Helt Capacetes, “small superficial scratches can even be minimized with some specific products, but, in most cases, it is not possible to fully restore the original transparency of the visor without compromising its optical quality”.

How to recover the motorcycle visor

In motorcycle parts stores or on the internet, the owner of a helmet can find several products to clean the visor, with appropriate chemical compounds and without aggressive additives to the materials.

If cleaning is not enough, polishing can be a way out: most of the time, you only need wax, a good flannel and efficient scrubbing.

If nothing works, the ideal is to change the component, as the Motorcycle Group also warns.

“As the visor is a safety item, when the risks begin to impair vision, especially at night or in the rain, the recommendation is to replace it with a new one. The cost of the change is small when compared to the importance of a clear and safe view while riding.”

Tips for protecting the helmet visor

Some simple precautions help to significantly increase the useful life of the piece:

• Always clean with water and neutral soap (or specific products);
• Use a soft and clean microfiber cloth;
• Never rub the dry visor when dust or dirt has accumulated;
• Avoid aggressive chemicals, solvents, alcohol or window cleaners;
• When parking, keep the helmet in a protected place.

New technologies can still help the motorcyclist in this care since, currently, many quality visors have anti-scratch treatment. Anti-scratch treatment, UV protection and others corroborate the efficiency of the equipment.

The dangers of a scratched visor

The Motorcycle Group also warns about the dangers of riding with a damaged helmet visor, which compromises the vision and safety of the rider and third parties. These are the main problems:

• The scratches scatter light, causing reflections and glare, especially at night or when riding against the sun.
• In conditions of rain, fog or intense headlight lighting, scratches can make it difficult to perceive obstacles, vehicles and signs, increasing the motorcyclist’s reaction time.

Therefore, the visor should be seen as an active safety component of the helmet. Keeping a visor in good condition is just as important as using a certified, properly fitting helmet.