GSA - Unrideable in the Rain!!

[Drunkenmunkey]

I'd appreciate fellow GS riders opinions on this.

I'm new to the GS fold but have been riding in all weathers for 20 years or so and this i the first time I'm avoiding taking the bike in wet weather.

My last ride was on a warm day, during the day but in torrential rain on the motorway. This is never fun but on this occasion the rain just stuck to my visor and didn't clear and the screen height made no difference at all. I couldn't see anything, it was very very dodgy.

So, my question is how do you folks cope? Does it need a taller screen so I can ride with the visor up? I use an Arai Quantic, do helmets help?

I have some Nikwax visor spray but really need to solve this problem before the dark nights are with us, any help appreciated!!!

 

[Arsey]

I'd appreciate fellow GS riders opinions on this.

I'm new to the GS fold but have been riding in all weathers for 20 years or so and this i the first time I'm avoiding taking the bike in wet weather.

My last ride was on a warm day, during the day but in torrential rain on the motorway. This is never fun but on this occasion the rain just stuck to my visor and didn't clear and the screen height made no difference at all. I couldn't see anything, it was very very dodgy.

So, my question is how do you folks cope? Does it need a taller screen so I can ride with the visor up? I use an Arai Quantic, do helmets help?

I have some Nikwax visor spray but really need to solve this problem before the dark nights are with us, any help appreciated!!!

Sounds like no airflow over your visor . Lower the screen or stand up to clear the rain drops .
I don’t have a GS though so might be talking bollox

 

[KMD]

Apparently, these are considered really useful:

Amazon.co.uk

 

[Wapping]

So, my question is how do you folks cope? Does it need a taller screen so I can ride with the visor up? I use an Arai Quantic, do helmets help?

There’s your mistake. You should have bought the Arai Aquatic.

 

[TIJ650]

Probably need more information to solve your crises?! lol
Like how tall are you etc. Just because you’ve been riding for 20 years - that doesn’t make it right, just repetitive.

 

[TIJ650]

………I bought a bigger screen for mine cause the standard GSA Rallye one was too small. I use the Puig one to great effect.

https://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorcycle_parts/content_prod/287041

 

[Wapping]

Apparently, these are considered really useful:

Amazon.co.uk

That’s something from the ark.

You need awesome modern tec, OP…



You can tell it’s awesome by the not so subtle use of the word ‘Biker’.

Got a link, mate?

Natch, mate:

BIKERGUARD

Worried About Installation? We've Got You Covered! If you have concerns about installing, don’t worry! Simply send us your helmet or visor, and we’ll handle the installation for you. You cover the shipping costs to us, and we’ll cover the return shipping. The installation

bikerguard.com

Heads-up…. They had a name change:

BIKERGUARD – Mini Electric Wiper for Motorcycle Helmet

BIKERGUARD STARTER KIT Helmet visor wiper set is a cutting-edge mini electric wiper, specifically engineered for motorcycle helmet visors. It drastically improves safety when riding in the rain! Made for Bikers and Scooterists. It comes with a 2+1-year warranty!

wipey.com

 

[DrFarkoff]

Did you ever hear of wiping the visor ??

My gloves have a built in rubber lip on the thumb just for that!

 

[siddo]

Just turn your head to the side every now and then and let the wind clear the visor or just wipe it with your hand.
No screen is going to keep all the rain off your visor.

 

[Wapping]

Did you ever hear of wiping the visor ??

My gloves have a built in rubber lip on the thumb just for that!

Doesn’t that involve letting go of a handlebar?

If so, which hand to use?

Or does it fall to a pillion to do it for the rider?

 

[Wapping]

On closer research, there is a world of wipers out there…. But only one clear (pun accidental, no doubt) winner….

10 Best Motorbike Helmet Wiper - June 2024

consumerecho

oneclearwinner.co.uk

 

[Drunkenmunkey]

Thanks for the Puig recommendation. I saw some good reviews on various forums and hoped someone on here might have first hand experience in the rain.


I never thought to wipe my visor or turn my head. 20 years on the roads and it never occurred to me. I'm obviously the idiot.

I do find it funny how people reply from the comfort of their keyboard.

And @Wapping, a Golly for an avatar!

 

[Arsey]

I do find it funny how people reply from the comfort of their keyboard.

And @Wapping, a Golly for an avatar!

Apologies for communicating via keyboard . My carrier pigeon is having a day off

 

[Wapping]

And @Wapping, a Golly for an avatar!

No flies on you, eh mate? And none on your visor in the rain.

 

[EKIMYRF]

Turbo Visor is what you need

 

[Arsey]

 

[Wapping]

Turbo Visor is what you need

Available today:



Wise words in the opening line of the advert, too. Be sure to check, OP.

 

[Wapping]

 

[TIJ650]

Thanks for the Puig recommendation. I saw some good reviews on various forums and hoped someone on here might have first hand experience in the rain.


I never thought to wipe my visor or turn my head. 20 years on the roads and it never occurred to me. I'm obviously the idiot.

I do find it funny how people reply from the comfort of their keyboard.

And @Wapping, a Golly for an avatar!

I suspect you might’ve awoken the early morning salty sea dogs?! lol
They like fresh meat for breakfast

 

[EPG_19]

Doesn’t that involve letting go of a handlebar?

If so, which hand to use?

Or does it fall to a pillion to do it for the rider?

is that known as a reach around?