conn-e-rot Posted July 28, 2011 Report Share Posted July 28, 2011 Is anyone using the new photochromatic shield that bell has out? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meanie Posted July 28, 2011 Report Share Posted July 28, 2011 I have a friend that is, he said its great, was darker than the tinted shield he had previously. I looked into them, but $130 for a shield is crazy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted July 28, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 28, 2011 The price is a bit steep but if it works that good I have no problem spending it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motociclista Posted July 30, 2011 Report Share Posted July 30, 2011 The June issue of Sport Rider had a review. They said it didn't get quite as dark as a really dark tinted shield, but it did get dark enough. And it had the advantage of giving you partial tint as conditions change, so it's not either all or nothing.They said it takes about 15 seconds to go from clear to full tint (depending on temperature) and about two minutes to go from full tint to clear. Basically, the review was positive.I have no need for a new helmet right now, but I'll definitely consider this when I buy my next helmet. I love riding with tinted shields but don't enjoy changing them. Instead of buying a tinted shield for $50 to go with the clear one that comes on the helmet, I'd be willing to pay $120 for one shield that does everything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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