revtothelimit - motorbike forum

As some of you may have seen, i've got a pair of specs arriving this week for 'distance' stuff.

Whilst my eyes pass the governments tests to allow me to drive, i'm pretty darn sure they'll be much clearer with them on, based upon the eye test etc.

So i'm thinking i ought to try them out on the Yamaha.

Mrs Weeksy wears glasses (and owns an NXR) and GP has also tried my helmet without issues, so i'm not seeing a problem from that context. But thinking about fogging up context really.

I've got a pinlock so should be OK on that side of things, but i do prefer having the visor fully locked in place. So thinking i may have issues with the glasses fogging up ?

I used to wear a Respro Foggy mask which I didn't mind, i'm thnking that may do the job ?

I bought a foggy mask to stop my visor steaming when racing.

For me it didn't 'flow' enough air and I basically started to asphyxiate. Maybe I just had it fitted wrong, but I chucked it after the first try.

I only have a problem with my specs steaming up when it's very cold.

KungFooBob wrote: Mon Apr 12, 2021 12:56 pm I bought a foggy mask to stop my visor steaming when racing.

For me it didn't 'flow' enough air and I basically started to asphyxiate. Maybe I just had it fitted wrong, but I chucked it after the first try.

I only have a problem with my specs steaming up when it's very cold.

I've never had an issue from that side of things with the Respro, but thought it may sit too high on the nose so getting in the way of where they sit.

I think you might be looking for a solution to a problem you don't have.

99% of the time I don't have issues with my glasses steaming up when wearing a helmet.

A foggy will work, but they can be a bit of a bitch with taking the helmet on and off.
I just use the magic pink stick (Hawaiian Enterprises?) found at every motorcycle show but not for sale anywhere else, it does what it's supposed to.

MrLongbeard wrote: Mon Apr 12, 2021 1:02 pm the magic pink stick (Hawaiian Enterprises?) f.

I'll have to Google that.

Just dug mine out, it's labelled as "Gibs Formula 3818466 Anti Glare"

Looks like;

The exact reason I use contacts

I wear specs for distance,but only really need them for night driving/riding. Any of the suggested solutions will work,just a matter of finding which works best for you. It's primarily a Winter/rain/cold weather problem anyway.

I'd add one thing. Get a set of bendy frames or you'll never be done breaking legs off when wiggling the specs into the helmet. Mine are virtually unbreakable. You'll also find some styles of frame will work better than others on the bike. You don't want anything pushing down on your nose or nipping your ears,all that becomes a very painful distraction in a short time.

I've gone for a set as close to my Oakley Sunglasses as possible as they worked fine when i had a clear visor. Of course that doesn't mean 100% they'll work for me, but currently there's no major rush as i don't 'need' them yet.

what happened to Bob Heath's anti fog?

I wear glasses - and don't have too much issue with them misting up. If you are stopped and it is a cold or a wet day, then it is possible - but once you get moving again it is fine.
Id you are new to glasses then you will enjoy the constant misting up when wearing a face mask ...
My old flat mate used to swear by fairy liquid rubbed into the visor - and then polished off ...

Mr Moofo wrote: Mon Apr 12, 2021 1:48 pm
Id you are new to glasses then you will enjoy the constant misting up when wearing a face mask ...

I've seen that with sunglasses, but shouldn't be an issue with these as they're only for specific requirements (currently)

Skub wrote: Mon Apr 12, 2021 1:11 pmGet a set of bendy frames or you'll never be done breaking legs off when wiggling the specs into the helmet.

Never had bendy frames, never broke any rigid arms either.

If the sunnies fit and only change is prescription lenses, you should be ok.


Re misting, keep lenses and frame very clean.

Particularly in cold weather, I used to try and keep my visor (with pinlock) closed to keep the glasses just a bit warmer, and tried to time arriving at junctions so I didn't need to stop, so keeping a bit of airflow. Breathing through your nose may reduce misting too.

If you're trying any sort of treatments, do a kettle test at home to see whether it makes any difference.

Years ago someone told me that Shoei helmets have a groove for glasses. I don't know if that's true but I have found that they do accommodate glasses better. When I do use glasses I'm sure not to open my visor in the rain as once they get wet, you have to stop to resolve it.

I have contact lenses for riding as it does away with all the above issues.

Trinity765 wrote: Mon Apr 12, 2021 2:24 pmin the rain

Somehow don't think that will be a problem

KungFooBob wrote: Mon Apr 12, 2021 1:00 pm I think you might be looking for a solution to a problem you don't have.

99% of the time I don't have issues with my glasses steaming up when wearing a helmet.

What he said. I've had to wear glassed for driving since I got my first bike. The only times I had an issue was damp/wet conditions. Even in the winter when we used to go out when it was cold the issue was minimal so I just didn't worry about it (maybe flipped the visor up a smidge for a few moments!)

Equally - I tried pretty much every option of stuff you put on the glasses and the pinlock etc etc . If it was wet the glasses steamed up. It sucked

Skub wrote: Mon Apr 12, 2021 1:11 pm Get a set of bendy frames or you'll never be done breaking legs off when wiggling the specs into the helmet. Mine are virtually unbreakable.

I used to get cheap glasses from specsavers and just not have the arms straightened.

Perfect for putting inside the helmet and being cheap was great because I'm a clutz and you can guarantee I'd drop them at some point in the day whilst juggling helmet, gloves, buff, glasses etc (not literally before anyone comments!!!

It does mean now that the only two pairs I have left fall of my face if I look down!! LOL They live in whatever vehicle I'm driving as they are sod all use for 'normal' wear!! LOL

Noggin wrote: Mon Apr 12, 2021 4:44 pme for a few moments!)

Equally - I tried pretty much every option of stuff you put on the glasses and the pinlock etc etc . If it was wet the glasses steamed up. It sucked

I used to get cheap glasses from specsavers

There might be a link. The pair I bought from Specsavers were the worst for keeping clean and stopping from misting up.

As a comparison, the current Zeiss lenses, although horrendously expensive, are really easy to clean.

I guess it depends on the quality of coatings applied by the manufacturer.

Horse wrote: Mon Apr 12, 2021 5:27 pm

Noggin wrote: Mon Apr 12, 2021 4:44 pme for a few moments!)

Equally - I tried pretty much every option of stuff you put on the glasses and the pinlock etc etc . If it was wet the glasses steamed up. It sucked

I used to get cheap glasses from specsavers

There might be a link. The pair I bought from Specsavers were the worst for keeping clean and stopping from misting up.

As a comparison, the current Zeiss lenses, although horrendously expensive, are really easy to clean.

I guess it depends on the quality of coatings applied by the manufacturer.

Good point. I did stop having coatings on them but I didn't last to the winter, so no idea (don't wear them skiing, went for contacts for that)

Out here I'll have not choice but to get expensive ones So I bloody hope they don't fog up!! LOL

Noggin wrote: Mon Apr 12, 2021 6:35 pm Out here I'll have not choice but to get expensive ones So I bloody hope they don't fog up!! LOL

Talk to the optician and find out what options are available.

Google soon finds ...

https://www.visionexpress.com/glasses/anti-fog-lenses

https://lensology.co.uk/anti-fog-lenses ... eaEALw_wcB

https://www.allaboutvision.com/en-gb/ey ... -coatings/

https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/anti-f ... echnology/

https://www.essilor.co.uk/lenses/optifog

https://www.jmmacdonald.co.uk/offers/an ... lable-now/

Horse wrote: Mon Apr 12, 2021 6:48 pm

Noggin wrote: Mon Apr 12, 2021 6:35 pm Out here I'll have not choice but to get expensive ones So I bloody hope they don't fog up!! LOL

Talk to the optician and find out what options are available.

Google soon finds ...

https://www.visionexpress.com/glasses/anti-fog-lenses

https://lensology.co.uk/anti-fog-lenses ... eaEALw_wcB

https://www.allaboutvision.com/en-gb/ey ... -coatings/

https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/anti-f ... echnology/

https://www.essilor.co.uk/lenses/optifog

https://www.jmmacdonald.co.uk/offers/an ... lable-now/

I don't think there is much choice of shops or brands here. Maybe one optician in each town (not always) and I have to see an eye specialist before I see the optician!! No wonder I've been putting it off!!

Since I don't need them except to drive and I could wear contacts on the bike, I'm not overly fussed. The comment was really just that, as they will be 80€+ now £50 a pair, they'd better be good (even if it isn't really an issue!!)