Pinlock anti-fog technology offers motorcycle riders three distinct performance levels for clear vision in varying conditions.
Performance Levels Deliver Targeted Protection
Level 30 Masters City Riding
The Pinlock 30 insert provides essential fog protection for urban environments[1]. This compact version maintains the core anti-fog technology while featuring a smaller size and reduced moisture absorption capacity – perfect for city commutes[1].
Level 70 Excels in Daily Use
Twenty years of engineering refinement produced the Level 70 lens, which incorporates MaxVision technology[1]. This combination creates an unobstructed, wide field of view that serves both daily commuters and weekend enthusiasts[1].
Level 120 Dominates Professional Racing
The highest-grade Pinlock 120 lens shares materials with Formula One and MotoGP racing equipment[1]. This professional-grade insert has proven its worth on racetracks, maintaining clear vision in extreme conditions[1].
Technical Innovation
The numerical designation (30, 70, 120) directly corresponds to the fog resistance capabilities of each insert[1]. This straightforward system helps riders select the appropriate level of protection for their specific needs, from casual weekend rides to professional racing environments[2].
MaxVision Integration
The Level 70 lens specifically pairs with MaxVision technology, creating a superior optical experience[1]. This combination eliminates visual distortions while maintaining the anti-fog properties that make Pinlock systems effective[1].
Pinlock lenses can only be used with helmets specifically designed to accommodate them through a pin-mounting system[2].
Manufacturer Integration
Pinlock partners with 144 different helmet brands that integrate their anti-fog technology directly into their helmet designs[5]. Major manufacturers like HJC, Shoei, Bell, and ROOF produce helmets with pre-installed pins to accept these lenses[3][4][6].
Installation System
The helmet’s visor must have specific mounting pins on both sides to secure the Pinlock lens. The lens locks into place between these plastic pins and creates an airtight seal with its silicone edge[2].
Installation Process
The system works like double-glazing – a small flexible visor attaches to the inside of the helmet’s main visor, creating an air chamber between the two surfaces. This design minimizes temperature differences between the inside and outside of the visor, preventing fog formation[2].
If your helmet isn’t Pinlock-ready from the factory, you won’t be able to install a Pinlock lens. You’ll need to choose a helmet model that’s specifically designed with this technology in mind.
Citations:
https://pinlock.com