Are photochromic visors legal?

Sadly, the law has been overtaken by technology because the law which governs helmets, a United Nations treaty, is old and predates photochromic visors. Because a photochromic visor cannot meet the BS standard, nor the ECE standard they are technically unlawful to use.

What is a photochromic visor?

Photochromic visors reacts to UV light. In dark conditions, the visor is clear, and in bright conditions, the visor becomes tinted. If ordered with a helmet, visor will be shipped together. Photochromic Visor quantity. SKU: V-PC Categories: Add-ons, Pre-order, Products.

How long do photochromic visors last?

The manufacturers suggest storing the helmets in darkness to prolong the life of the photochromic shields. How long your faceshield will last depends — but I would say count on replacing it after two years.

What helmets have a transition visor?

The first helmet visor is the Bell Transitions Photochromatic Shield. And, the second one is Shoei Shield CWR-1 Photochromic Visor. Bell helmets and Shoei are among the biggest players in the field of helmet manufacturing. Shoei is the Japanese helmet brand which produces visors of great quality.

Are dark smoke visors legal?

The law says that your visor must allow light transmission of at least 50%. This means that less than 50% of the light can be blocked by the visor. In general, tinted visors are ok during the day. However, they are not allowed during the night or poor visibility circumstances.

Are transition visors legal UK?

In the UK, tinted visors are OK during daylight but illegal in “poor visibility/nighttime” – somewhat open to interpretation. Mirrored visors are, as a rule, illegal but road-legal Pinlock-style mirrored inserts are available for most major brands.

Are Ruroc visors legal?

We spared no expense when engineering our visors! Designed for seamless fit, unimpaired optical clarity and an all round sexy as hell look. Dark tint visors aren’t road legal in most countries so make sure you check the rules in yours before wearing it on the road! Don’t miss out!

What is photochromic visor insert?

WeeTect Photochromic Visor Insert (WPVI) is an excellent, cost competitive and easy install anti-glare solution for your helmet visor. It has much quick and deep tinting speed under UV radiation compare with all other photochromic products all over the world.

Why weetect photochromic visor insert (WPVI)?

Having a sustainable performance increases the longevity of the product and reduces significant costs; WeeTect Photochromic Visor Insert (WPVI) can be easily applied to all types of single curved helmet visors. Compared with Pinklock overlay,WeeTect insert is universal design and much more cost competitive.

How do photochromic helmet visors work?

Photochromic helmet visors have transformed the safety industry by optimizing vision and ensuring eye safety. Photochromic visors tint in the presence of excess UV radiation (bright light) and retain the original color of the lens in the absence of this light. A photochromic helmet visors. Image source – Wikimedia Commons

What is photochromic?

Photochromic is a “compound word” made of “photo”, which means light and “chroma” meaning color. Photochromic is a substance that undergoes reversible transformation on exposure to electromagnetic radiations. Alternatively, you may describe the process as a reversible change in color on exposure to light.