Supporting Member maximNikenGT Posted March 1, 2023 Supporting Member Share Posted March 1, 2023 Stumbled across this site looking for accessories. How often do you all clean your helmet? Also this is the first time I've seen someone recommend applying carnauba wax to a face shield. Anyone attempt this? https://www.araiamericas.com/care-and-cleaning 1 2019 Niken GT "Motorcycles - the brand is not important, the fact that you ride is." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ride365 Posted March 1, 2023 Share Posted March 1, 2023 I just replace the entire pad set or buy a new helmet. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supporting Member Heli ATP Posted March 1, 2023 Supporting Member Share Posted March 1, 2023 I find that wearing a skull cap under my helmet is the best defense against helmet stink. There are many moisture wicking caps available for under $10. eBay is a good source 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supporting Member betoney Posted March 1, 2023 Supporting Member Share Posted March 1, 2023 The Shoei pads and liner are removable/ replaceable, I throw them in the wash once in awhile. 4 ***2015 Candy Red FJ-09*** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supporting Member knyte Posted March 2, 2023 Supporting Member Share Posted March 2, 2023 Quite a lengthy thread here on helmet stink 1 2015 FJ-09 / FJR touring bags / oil plug mod / Evotech rad guard / SW Motech bash plate / VStream touring windshield / Seat Concepts: Sport Touring / Vcyclenut ABS rings (speedo correction) / Cosmo RAM mount Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supporting Member dazzler24 Posted March 2, 2023 Supporting Member Share Posted March 2, 2023 2 hours ago, knyte said: Quite a lengthy thread here on helmet stink Ha! That image brought back memories. 🤣 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supporting Member dazzler24 Posted March 2, 2023 Supporting Member Share Posted March 2, 2023 8 hours ago, betoney said: The Shoei pads and liner are removable/ replaceable, I throw them in the wash once in awhile. That's my method as well FWIW (another SHOEI helmet). Seems to freshen up the interior nicely. 🙂 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darren69 Posted March 2, 2023 Share Posted March 2, 2023 I only buy helmets with removable linings so i can put into wash bag every now and then. External surfaces usually get plexus or rainoff plastic polish. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maximo Posted March 2, 2023 Share Posted March 2, 2023 On 3/1/2023 at 5:22 AM, maximNikenGT said: How often do you all clean your helmet? Also this is the first time I've seen someone recommend applying carnauba wax to a face shield. Anyone attempt this? https://www.araiamericas.com/care-and-cleaning I clean it when I come near passing out when I don my lid. I mean, it's not like I'm sharing my helmet, so my nastiness is ok with me, as long as it doesn't interfere with consciousness. I've tried various things on my face shield over time, and I always come back to just cleaning it and leaving it alone. Invariably whatever miracle thing I put on will smudge, smear, or attract bees (looking at you, lemon pledge). 1 2 ’70 Yamaha 125 Enduro; ’75 Honda CB360T; ’81 Yamaha XS650SH; ’82 Honda GL650 Silver Wing Interstate; ’82 Suzuki GS650L; ’87 Yamaha Virago 535; ’87 Yamaha FJ1200; ’96 Honda ST1100; ’99 Yamaha V-Star Classic; ’00 Suzuki SV650; ’07 BMW K1200GT; ’12 Suzuki DR200; ’15 Yamaha FJ-09. Bold = current Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member micah2074 Posted March 2, 2023 Premium Member Share Posted March 2, 2023 At least twice a year I remove the innards and hand wash them. Air dry, then put it all back together. 2 Let’s go Brandon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomTracer Posted March 2, 2023 Share Posted March 2, 2023 Put dryer sheet inside helmet on garage shelf. Spray with Fabreeze for fabrics. I switch between 3 helmets. As for face shield, I use a silicone type tech polish. Hot water soaks bugs away easily. Plexus is good but sure has gotten $$$$. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brentinpdx Posted March 3, 2023 Share Posted March 3, 2023 Wax is made for paint not for visors. Use a product made for the visor plastic. RainX or Plexus work very well. NO paper towels should be used either. They can scratch the visor . Use a wet wash rag or microfiber cloth to clean it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kemp Posted March 3, 2023 Share Posted March 3, 2023 This reminds me that my helmet's getting a bit funky. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bwringer Posted March 3, 2023 Share Posted March 3, 2023 Two things to add: 1) I clean my helmet interiors with, well, a helmet interior cleaning product. Crazy, I know... There are several; I've used Helmet Fresh with excellent results. I've found that the pads never quite fit and feel the same after laundering, and they can take a very long time to dry. With Helmet Fresh, you just need a few hours to dry and the helmet is fresh as a daisy and fits and feels the same as ever. Read and follow the directions, even if you don't want to... 2) Use more than one helmet, especially in the summer. The extra time to air out makes a HUGE difference. Same as with another intimate garment, boots; if you're sweating in the same pair every day and they never get a chance to air out, things are gonna get very rough in there. Waxing the shield does work, but I'm too lazy to fart around with paste wax; I use a clean/wax detailing spray. On the bike, I carry a small spray can and a couple of microfiber towels in a ziploc bag. I'm experimenting with a little pump spray bottle of helmet cleaner from Cycle Gear. It smells very odd, but works wonderfully. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ride365 Posted March 3, 2023 Share Posted March 3, 2023 On 3/1/2023 at 9:03 AM, Heli ATP said: I find that wearing a skull cap under my helmet is the best defense against helmet stink. There are many moisture wicking caps available for under $10. eBay is a good source Indeed, I also shave my head and this is a must as well......makes a big difference in comfort and helmet not getting funky. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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