Description
Arai VAS-V Max Vision shield with Brow Vents and Pro-Shade visor. Nowadays it is quite common to use a retractable sun visor that is situated between the helmet's outer and inner shell to protect against sun glare. However, it is Arai's opinion that this construction could affect the performance of...
Arai VAS-V Pro Shade System Item # 535427
Description
Arai VAS-V Max Vision shield with Brow Vents and Pro-Shade visor.
Nowadays it is quite common to use a retractable sun visor that is situated between the helmet's outer and inner shell to protect against sun glare. However, it is Arai's opinion that this construction could affect the performance of a helmet during impact. As the Pro Shade System is completely mounted on the outside of the helmet, it will not in any way negatively affect the performance of the helmet.
The Pro Shade System is a small peak that is locked in position. Unlocking is easy; just pull the Pro Shade System forward, then it can be flipped down with a flick of the hand to act as an effective sun-visor.
This system is the complete all-weather visor for serious touring riders, offering protection against sun glare, fogging and misting, especially for riders that prefer an upright seating position and/or the comfort of a fairing. The Pro Shade System will enhance the rider's comfort significantly.
Features:
- Complete system included - Clear Arai VAS-V MAX Vision BV shield with Pro-Shade installed
- Direct replacement for any VAS shield (Variable Axis System)
- Enhanced aerodynamics
- Increased helmet stability
- Removable for easy cleaning
- Accepts Pinlock Max-V BV Anti-fog lens (Sold Separately)
Compatible Helmets:
- Contour-X
- Corsair-X
- Signet-X
- Quantum-X
- DT-X
- Defiant-X
- Regent-X
Note: Does not fit helmets with older Sal or Sai shield type.
Part Numbers for Arai VAS-V Pro Shade System
Reviews
Rated 2 out of
5
by
Soarhead from
Long Term Review
I usually delay writing any reviews until I have used the item sufficiently to actually have anything useful to say. It has been 2 seasons of light riding and this visor shade system is in the garbage. Not because I didn’t like it. But because it just didn’t hold up. The sliding visor vents were the first to break. They even departed the shield completely. No problem, gorilla taped the holes. Then the left hinge assembly broke off. I liked riding with it, super convenient for day to night or sun to shade, no major turbulence with shade up while checking over shoulder but just does not hold up.
Date published: 2023-12-04
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Alienhead from
Convenient, but compromised.
As others have said, this shield is a great choice for unpredictable riding conditions, and it does the job well enough. I would equate the effect of the sun shield to riding with a light tint. I also found the line it creates in your field of vision pretty easy to adapt to. However, now that I have a couple of thousand kilometers on it, I'm seeing abrasion marks on the clear shield where it meets the tinted visor. Apparently, wind pressure is causing the two to come in contact. Not thrilled about this, and I think I'm going to end up purchasing a tinted shield and using this one only when needed.
Date published: 2019-08-15
Rated 4 out of
5
by
danmx30 from
Love it!
Really happy with it. Simple to install, easy to use, blocks the sun like expected.
Shade Visor could be longer, for when the sun is on the horizon line.
Date published: 2019-06-21
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Mecachrome from
Works as advertised
Bought it to act as a universal visor for my Corsair so that I didn't have to pack a tinted visor when I went on a longer trip.
The new Pro Shade system does the job well enough. It is easy to use, it locks in its position securely, and provides more than enough tint for those sunny days.
That being said, it is not as good as a proper tinted visor for sunny days, and it is not quite as good as a normal clear visor for cloudy/dark environments.
You will always get a little bit of your vision that is not going to be covered - it doesn't really pose a visibility problem, apart from a very specific set of circumstances with the sun at JUST the right angle, but it can be a bit distracting.
The other criticism I have concerns the vents - the stock vents on a stock visor (or a tinted one) are great, easy to use, and feel relatively robust, if plasticky. These ones are a step back in this respect. Instead of opening in-out, these ones are sliding up and down, and feel extremely flimsy and also sometimes let light/rain/smaller debris slip through the openings, which doesn't happen with stock vents.
All in all, this is a good enough alternative to a fully tinted visor, but it is a Jack-of-all-Trades-Master-of-None sort of affair. For me it was still cheaper than getting a separate tinted visor, which is a point in its favour.
Date published: 2017-08-09
Rated 4 out of
5
by
WingManDan from
Great idea.
This works really well and something I should have bought years ago. No need for sun glasses. The quality is excellent but there are a few very minor things I don't like. The sliding brow vents never stay where you put them and there is a slight whistle when the sun shade is up and out of view. I like that the bottom of the shield remains uncovered making it easy to see my gauges and GPS. The way the sun shade curves up on the sides is also great for glancing at my mirrors and peripheral vision.
Date published: 2025-09-22
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Bill M from
So far so good
This was an immediate hit for me and I can't explain why I did not get one sooner. I was worried that it might not be terribly effective, that it might be a bit in the way, and that it might look a tad geeky. Wrong, wrong, and wrong. It works great. I have it partially down much of the time as the sun tends to be above (ish) but when I'm headed straight into the sun it's all the way. What a saviour in both positions. No more eye strain on long rides and no more one handing it to block the straight ahead sun. It created no problems at all and while I wouldn't say it looks super-cool, neither does the Arai helmet anyway. It looks fine. Seriously.
Date published: 2025-09-08
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Jeff from
Top quality and clarity
Best option for daily riding for all weather conditions
Date published: 2024-07-11
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Jackey 27 from
As usual works great
Had one on an older helmet for 7 years. very convenient never had issues. I thought it looked silly in review videos but in reality it’s pretty close to awesome. I recently picked up a second one for new helmet.
Date published: 2022-11-24
Questions
Is this visor compatiable with the Arai vector helmet?
This is unfortunately only compatible with the Vector 2 and not the Vector 1.
Date published: 2017-08-01
Can be install on xd4?
No, it will not fit.
Date published: 2024-10-11
Has anyone found riding with the tint shield up on a naked bike noisy?
I have a windy sport touring, honestly I didn't see a huge difference in noise. From time to time I would notice a small wind noise but it wasn't a huge issue in my case. I really love this shield!
Date published: 2019-03-13