
Check inside your helmet box for a long, thin packet. In there lies clear vision on wet days. Here's what to do with it...
Customers praise the quality and effectiveness of Pinlock inserts, especially their ability to prevent visor misting. While some found the fitting process slightly tricky, the included tool with Shoei helmets eased the process. Despite concerns about the price, customers agree that these inserts are essential for safe riding in various weather conditions. They emphasize the importance of proper handling to avoid scratches and acknowledge the product's outstanding performance, comparing it to a tear-off, but more effective. Overall, an indispensable addition to their helmets.
Just thought I’d buy a spare pinlock, you never know what idiot (me) would almost ruin a brand new one. Lesson learned. Take it from me, simply clean it with mild soapy water and use a really clean no scratchy cloth. Other wise the new one is mint and Sportsbikeshop, excellent service as usual.
It's a Pinlock insert so when it's fitted correctly yes indeed it won't mist up...however I've yet to have one that didn't eventually either work loose or lift slightly allowing a misty patch to develop on the perimeter. Of course this maybe due to my ham fisted attempts to fit them. I have yet to test this one in anger in wet conditions, but the one this replaces did eventually mist as previously described. That said I'd still rather have it in place than not as it performs well more often than not. It's also a lot more convenient than remembering to apply and polish an anti fog solution every other ride.
Excellent product fitted by helpful shop
The old pinlock that came with the Shoei Neotec 3 eventually became too scratched to see through, so it was time to renew. Very easy to fit, I found it best to warm the visor with a hair dryer first to flatten it slightly, then it clipped straight in.
Crystal clear, although you have to be careful not to scratch it when cleaning the visor as its quite soft.
Quality product
How did I not know about these earlier?
They are a game changer for riding in the wet and cold. No more misty visor!
Everyone should be wearing them.
Quality at a good price
Although the product was initially out of stock, the SPORTSBIKESHOP kept us up to date all the way
Works as expected but too pricey for what it is. They also scratch far too easily and last no longer than 1.5 years.
Pinlock is the way to go! It makes all the difference to your visor
Perfect replacement for my old scratched one
Hey, excellent product, it works!
As ordered, fully satisfied my requirements and expectations. Has extended the use of my Shoe GT2 helmet
Original Pinlock item, beware imitations! Fairly easy to fit once you know how (Youtube videos are a big help). Once fitted properly they do work.
The last one lasted a year. I ride all year round and it certainly works well and stops the Visor misting up in cold conditions. Easy to fit and the silicon beading makes a good seal to the inside of the visor.
Now, if anyone has any way of stopping my glasses misting please get in touch!!
As per previous review not SBS fault but the Shoei visors are poorly made with Pinlock pins failing on three visors now
Delivered quickly
In use it is quite effective but not perfect, it does certainly help prevent misting up at most times but with the visor closed and in some conditions you do get some slight misting.
One thing I have learnt is never take it out to clean and while attached to the visor be very gentle on how you clean it, easily scratches which affects your clear vision.
Well worth having one fiited though a bit pricey for what it is.
I replace mine once a year to keep my vision as I would want.
My crash helmet is a Shoei Neotec 2 and have always had the pinlock fitted.
One thing that surprised me on the packaging it states that it is for "daytime use only", considering mine is a clear version this was a bit of a shock.
Easily scratched and daytime use only makes it a 4 star only for me.
Rubbish, vision was blurred
Yes, this is compatible with the Shoei GT Air and GT Air 2
The Shoei Pinlock EVO is equivalent to the Pinlock 120.
If you have a dark visor you require the clear Pinlock insert.
The yellow insert is road legal, but it is recommended for daytime use only.
The Pinlock does not have DKS on the packaging at all. It says "Pinlock Evo" for CW-1, CNS-1 and CWR-1.
The Shoei XR1100 uses a CW-1 Pinlock insert; the 'best' would depend on your personal preference and the weather conditions you require it for. i.e. for predominantly sunny weather a tinted insert would be best, but for low light weather a clear insert would be best suited.
Find it cheaper at any major motorcycle accessory retailer, online or in-store and we‘ll match it.
How to request a price match.