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jsw469
06-16-2016, 06:56 AM
Should you just throw in the washer or hand wash them?:riding:

Bob Denman
06-16-2016, 07:02 AM
I hand wash mine... nojoke

Far too infrequently; I fear! :D

jaherbst
06-16-2016, 07:03 AM
Real tough decision. Use your best judgement. :D

Monday I'm going to take a class in self assertiveness, if my wife will let me.

Jack

garb55
06-16-2016, 10:31 AM
I throw mine in washer but not dryer

jsw469
06-16-2016, 11:05 AM
Well I made a big mistake. After the awful floods we had here now comes the heat wave of 108 indexed. So my helmet was nice and sweaty and for some reason I put my helmet in the Frunk for a couple days in the heat. So now I have a nice helmet that smells like a teenagers gym locker at the end of the school. It is a Shoei and I am thinking that the washer machine would clean it better, but I don't want to damage it.

Bob Denman
06-16-2016, 11:12 AM
Have you pulled the pads out yet? :dontknow:
Get them out, and throw them into a pan of soapy water...
"Squoosh" them around in the soap, squeeze out the suds, rinse them in cold water... squeeze them out again.
Then: hang them up to dry! :thumbup:
While you're at it: hit the inside of the helmet shell with some disinfectant. nojoke

http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=132306&stc=1

Bobleach45
06-16-2016, 09:28 PM
I agree with what Bob D posted. That is how I do my liner. The only other thing I would add is that for soap I use my regular shampoo. Think about it. Most of the oils are from your hair so it seems logical to use hair shampoo. Gives it a nice fresh smell also.

happyspyder2039
06-16-2016, 11:08 PM
Should you just throw in the washer or hand wash them?:riding:I do washer in net bag & air dry

Kwalsh
06-17-2016, 07:51 AM
Do what I do, but a new helmet!

My my wife buys handbags and I buy helmets

Bob Denman
06-17-2016, 07:54 AM
So many helmets: so little time! :D


http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=132431&stc=1

wyliec
06-17-2016, 07:58 AM
I throw them out, and buy new ones, without asking the gf. And, I get them from bajaron, which make them doubly good, which is what my gf said.

jsw469
06-17-2016, 08:11 AM
http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=132432&stc=1 :bowdown:

PrairieSpyder
06-17-2016, 08:28 AM
Do what I do, but a new helmet!

My my wife buys handbags and I buy helmets

But I buy new purses, too! But I like new helmets, too! Now I'm in a quandary . . . . I know! I need to find a husband who doesn't carry a purse or ride, so I can justify buying both!

Bob Denman
06-17-2016, 09:11 AM
But I buy new purses, too! But I like new helmets, too! Now I'm in a quandary . . . . I know! I need to find a husband who doesn't carry a purse or ride, so I can justify buying both!
I suppose it's a good thing, that this Guy is off your A-List... :D

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BajaRon
06-17-2016, 10:22 AM
They should be hand washed. But whatever works for you. Most cheek pads are made so the cloth cover is removable. I recommend just washing the cover if this is the case. Then you don't have to try and wring out the foam or wait a long time for it to air dry.

Buying new padding is also an option on most well made helmets (both cheek pads and the head liner). I carry the parts (and helmets) for Arai, Nolan and Speed & Strength.

You can also spray the inside liner with anti-bacterial products. This keeps them fresh longer between washing's.

Here are some suggestions for your next helmet.

http://www.reggg.com/images/2013-02-05/crazy-motorcycle-helmets11.jpg

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_B-yTTl_xA-k/TSI_W4TxPVI/AAAAAAAAAms/rKLghbXQGIw/s1600/Craziest%2BMotorcycle%2BHelmets%2B2.jpg

http://www.snailed.it/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Unique-Designed-Motorcycle-Helmets-by-jatim-600x310.jpg

http://32u89a25ohko2x7o7q9usz2ccm.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Star-Wars-Stormtrooper-Helmet-by-San-Diego-Composites.jpg

https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/8d/e0/b2/8de0b2790787398c9c2a1fde0bc19b64.jpg

http://cdn.randomfunnypicture.com/pictures/1273African-Motorcycle-Helmet.jpg

http://www.bizarbin.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/scaryHelmet.jpg

robmorg
06-18-2016, 06:41 AM
I hand wash mine... nojoke

Far too infrequently; I fear! :D

Bob, just spray some of the stuff all around the inside. It'll keep your helmet nice and fresh and smelling just the way you like it...

https://img1.etsystatic.com/112/0/11797566/il_570xN.874426983_gfoa.jpg:thumbup:

robmorg
06-18-2016, 06:56 AM
Buying new padding is also an option on most well made helmets (both cheek pads and the head liner). I carry the parts (and helmets) for Arai, Nolan and Speed & Strength.
Ron, I didn't know you sold Nolan helmets. I've been wanting one of those. Now I have to try to find a local store that sells them so I know what size to order. :rolleyes:

BajaRon
06-18-2016, 09:16 AM
Ron, I didn't know you sold Nolan helmets. I've been wanting one of those. Now I have to try to find a local store that sells them so I know what size to order. :rolleyes:

Always good to try one on if you can. Just let me know and I'll get you pricing. My helmets have never been tried on. They don't come out of the box from the factory until you take them out. I don't sell demos, returns, etc.

Bob Denman
06-18-2016, 10:21 AM
Bob, just spray some of the stuff all around the inside. It'll keep your helmet nice and fresh and smelling just the way you like it...

https://img1.etsystatic.com/112/0/11797566/il_570xN.874426983_gfoa.jpg:thumbup:

I tried... :shocked: They need to make a MUCH bigger can of it, for it to be useful. I keep getting mine confused with my deodorant, and apply it in a less-than-useful place... :gaah:

robmorg
06-18-2016, 11:11 AM
I know what you mean. I just HATE it on those mornings when I spray deodorant on my head and hair spray in my arm pits. Done it more than once and it sets my whole day off wrong. :shocked:

Bob Denman
06-18-2016, 12:18 PM
:shocked: Hair Spray: what's that??? :shocked: :D

tmcquain
10-20-2016, 05:24 PM
Ron, have you had any problems with the ncom b5 Bluetooth ? My wife and I both have the N44 With the ncom B-5 but the Bluetooth streaming is always skipping...I've looked on line, everyone blames the other guy, my phone works great on all my other bt things but my helmet. Also whenever we connect the intercom, one of us always has a little echo, usually me. Any ideas ?

JimVonBaden
10-20-2016, 05:35 PM
If you are bald, or very short hair, always use a helmet liner, even if not, it is a good idea.

Even so, you will eventually need to clean your helmet liner. Decent helmets have removable liners. I like to use Woolite in the sink. Soak it in medium hot water and agitate by squeezing repeatedly. Let sit half and hour and rinse in warm water. Let dry overnight, or until dry.

Never leave a damp or sweaty helmet in a side or top case that is sealed. Just a few days is all you need to end up with mold and a ruined helmet.

Ironically I am doing it as I type.

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b238/JimVonBaden2000/Misc/helmet%20liner.jpg

Brettssunshine
10-20-2016, 05:49 PM
I hand wash ours with shampoo and then put them on the shelf in the dryer on air only or on a warm, sunny day...dry in the sun.

Peter Aawen
10-20-2016, 06:08 PM
...... Think about it. Most of the oils are from your hair so it seems logical to use hair shampoo. Gives it a nice fresh smell also.

But being your shampoo, does it add shine, body, & bounce to the liner too?? :shocked:




:shocked: Hair Spray: what's that??? :shocked: :D

:shocked: Hair: what's that??? :shocked: :D ........ - There y'are Bob, fixed it for you! :thumbup:

Deer Slayer
10-20-2016, 06:59 PM
I got extra set of pads an liner. When I hand wash them, I soak them over night in dishwashing Dawn. Oil and sweet just float to the top. Hand scrub them a bit then rinse untill water is clear. Sun dry. Thats all folks!:cheers:

Bam Bam and Pebbles
10-21-2016, 02:23 AM
I agree with what Bob D posted. That is how I do my liner. The only other thing I would add is that for soap I use my regular shampoo. Think about it. Most of the oils are from your hair so it seems logical to use hair shampoo. Gives it a nice fresh smell also.

So I guess I have to use body wash since I shave my head????

Brian Kay
10-21-2016, 05:14 AM
Hand wash only....air dry only. If you really work on the pads by massaging, squeezing or twisting, expect the pad to fit slightly different initially upon reinstallation. Almost having to stretch or retrain the fitment. At least that's what I experienced with my Shoei RF-1100. My darn cheek pad seemed to get a little squirrely and hard to put back in. Any way, good luck.

BilltheDiver
10-21-2016, 11:18 AM
Real tough decision. Use your best judgement. :D

Monday I'm going to take a class in self assertiveness, if my wife will let me.

Jack

I used to think I was indecisive,but now I am not so sure.

pegasus1300
10-21-2016, 02:31 PM
Assert your self in 10 easy modules.
http://accessiblepsychology.com/best-resources/assert-yourself/