Pinlock helmet

[argentum40]

Ok i hope someone can answer this question for me...

Now i have just bought a new lid with pinlock but can one of you guys tell me what exactly pinlock is???

am i right in thinkin it allows you to use a visor insert or am i way off the mark... also if it is avisor insert would a new lid come with the insert already fitted??..

thanks guys

[cypek]

Its an extra bit attached to inner part of your visor. Looks kinda like another but smaller visor You sure it is not only "pinlock ready"? What helmet did you get? My gf bought Shoei and they fitted pinlock in store for her

[argentum40]

ah right it says "pinlock factory prepared" i presume it just means its ready to take an insert... are all inserts the same or helmet specific?

[BBTBB]

I think they're all the same, it's probably been pre-drilled to fit the posts or has the posts in already!

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[argentum40]

it has what looks like 2 plastic type plugs in either side of the visor... it will take some lookin into i think

[argentum40]

this is the helmet type i bought if thats any use as i dont have a clue about these types of lid

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll? ... K:MEWNX:IT

[Guest Hodgy]

There are 2 types of pinlock inserts, ones for Arai helmets and ones for other makes, make sure you get the correct one

[argentum40]

ok thanks mate i will check it out... cheers lads

[Guest]

Pinlocks are fantastic bits of kit. Essentiall double glazing for your visor. Stops the ole mist

You describe the little whit pins, if you look closer they are eccentric. There is a reason for this, I will try and explain.....

The pinlock is an inner visor, a stiff piece of clear plastic, on one side (inner) is like a silicone bead, this provides the seal. To create the pressure against the inside of the visor and keep the seal intact, each side on the pinlock visor is a nock. These line up with the posts and you gently turn the posts to create a better seal (increasing tension) against the inside of the visor.

It pays to take your time when fitting one, and make sure you are clean and not (like me covered in dog hairs lol) dirty.

Pay particular attention to the bead when fitting, you want a decent seal. Once you have it all together and the visor back on your lid, have another look to be doubly sure. Fitted right they are damned effective.

[argentum40]

good description Dan thnaks it makes sense now... one last thign mate is the only thing i need to buy the actual insert?.. the bead comes with it??... and the white pins hold it in place and adjust it

[Guest]

Correct.

You probably have pins already, but everytime I have bought a new insert, new pins are in the packet.

The bead is attached to the insert already. Tis a very small bead!

Any probs, give us a shout.

[argentum40]

thanks Dan appreciate it

[Guest]

No problem

[Stu]

http://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/product_images/hyper_optik_insert.jpg

[argentum40]

Stu will that one go on my lid mate... see ebay link further up the thread.... looks kinda huge that one lol

[Decor58]

Pinlock anti fog inserts are amazing, very useful things.

I got mine from race visors, they didn't have one specific to my helmet so I emailed them, they asked for a picture of my visor then they told me which one I needed, very helpful service at a great price.

I need to get one for my new helmet actually. A must have for winter, second to heated grips

[argentum40]

thanks mate will check em out