Black plastic 800mA helmet wiper motor with attached 65mm rubber blade for motorcycle visors.

Helmet Wiper Kit with 800mA Motor and 65mm Blade for Enhanced Visibility on Motorcycle and Open-Face Helmets

800 MA Wiper

£52.98

Helmet Wiper Kit with 800mA Motor and 65mm Blade for Enhanced Visibility on Motorcycle and Open-Face Helmets

£52.98

800mA Helmet Wiper Kit: Maintain Clear Vision with a 65mm Wiper Blade for Motorcycle Riding

Riding in changeable British weather, from the drizzle of the Lake District to the coastal mists of Cornwall, demands clear vision. This helmet wiper kit addresses the specific problem of a wet or fogged visor by providing an active, mechanical clearing action. Powered by an 800mA motor, it draws minimal current from your motorcycle's 12V electrical system while driving a 65mm wiper blade across your visor's surface. This setup offers a reliable alternative to constantly tilting your head or using your glove to clear moisture, allowing you to keep both hands on the handlebars and your focus on the road ahead. The unit is supplied as a single black plastic assembly, designed for straightforward owner installation onto most full-face and jet-style helmets.

Features and Build Quality of the Helmet Wiper

This section details the specific components and construction that enable this accessory to perform consistently in riding conditions. The focus is on the electrical specifications, physical dimensions, and the materials chosen for durability against the elements.

Motor Specification and Power Draw

The core of the kit is its 800mA (0.8A) DC motor. This current rating indicates a balance between providing enough torque to move the wiper arm consistently across the visor and ensuring it places a minimal load on the bike's charging system. For context, connecting it to a standard 12V motorcycle battery means it operates at approximately 9.6 watts. This low power requirement allows it to be wired into an existing accessory circuit or a separately fused switch without concern for excessive drain, making it suitable for most modern motorcycles and scooters.

Wiper Blade Size and Coverage

The included wiper blade measures 65mm in length. This size is designed to clear a central, vertical swathe on the visor, which is typically the most critical area for maintaining a clear view of the road, instruments, and mirrors. While it does not cover the entire visor surface, its focused action effectively removes raindrops, light spray, and condensation from the direct line of sight. The blade's material is a flexible rubber compound designed to conform to the slight curvature of a polycarbonate or acrylic helmet visor without scratching the surface.

Housing Construction and Durability

Practical Applications for Riders Understanding how this tool integrates into different riding scenarios helps illustrate its utility. From daily commuting to longer touring, it serves as a practical aid for visibility management.

Use in Commuting and Urban Riding

For the daily commuter navigating city streets in rain, stop-and-go traffic can quickly cause visor fogging. The ability to activate a wiper with a thumb switch means you can clear the visor without removing a hand from the clutch or brake lever, a significant safety benefit in heavy traffic. The 65mm blade sweep is particularly effective at clearing the central area where you monitor speedometers, traffic lights, and pedestrians, reducing the need for frequent visor lifts at junctions.

Enhancing Touring and Leisure Riding

Versatility for Different Helmet Types While ideal for full-face helmets where the visor is a large, single piece, the wiper kit can also be adapted for use on some open-face or jet helmets with smaller visors or goggles. The key is having a suitable flat or gently curved surface for the blade to contact. For adventur

Key Benefits and Long-Term Value

The investment in this accessory is justified by the specific functional advantages it provides over passive methods of dealing with poor visor visibility, contributing to both safety and riding enjoyment.

Value Through Enhanced Safety and Convenience

User Satisfaction and Riding ConfidenceA Practical Upgrade for Your Riding Gear If you regularly ride in the UK's damp climate and seek a more active solution for visor management, this wiper kit presents a clear functional upgrade. It moves beyond coatings and cloths to offer direct control over your field of vision. The specific combination of the 800mA motor and 65mm blade provides a measurable benefit: a consistently clear section of visor, powered directly from your motorcycle. Consider integrating it as part of your wet-weather preparedness, alongside your waterproofs and heated grips, for a more comprehensive approach to comfortable riding in all conditions.