I have an Arai SV Full Face Helmet.. I have had it for a while & really want to clean the Interior (fabric).. I need professional advice because I,ve seen the saggy efforts Of using the wrong methods.....
2007-03-23 12:14:02 · 24 answers · asked by davosharpe 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
This is the stuff you want;
http://www.trickwrx.com/bikes/shop/products.php?p=b3bbf0
I can recommend it. You can get it in many bike shops or lots of places on line including ebay.
I have also had some success with a product called "no wet wonder foam" which is a liquid upholstery cleaner thats non solvent based. It's quite cheap & works pretty well.
2007-03-24 10:51:44 · answer #1 · answered by uncle fester 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Find a dealer near you that stocks you make of Helmet and ask for the recommended cleaners
There are some good products on the market but likewise there are some bad
Depending on the age of the helmet it might be up for replacement. I normally renew mine every 5 years unless there has been a merest hint or suggestion of damage. I ALWAYS destroy my old helmets without fail so that they are not able to be used again. The thought of someone else getting injured with my old hat that has passed it's sell by date.
2007-03-25 16:19:49 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dry cleaning spray!!! No-ooooo!!! That's also known as White Spirit and is sold for cleaning paint brushes.... you want that on your helmet foam?
Your helmet is part soft padding for comfort, but the styrene foam underneath it (it looks like the stuff they pack stereos in) is what saves your life.
Use water only with a bit of mild soap in it. Pour it in, gently squeezer it through the padding, tip it out. Repeat, this time with neat water. Dry it gently in a cool, breezy spot- not with hot air or in the sun. This will help reduce the shrinking- though you will get a bit.
2007-03-23 23:45:18 · answer #3 · answered by llordlloyd 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My Arai has removeable linings. Take them out, pop them in a small pillowcase and wash in washer. Dont use any harsh cleaners Bold 2 in 1 will do nicely. Never had a problem with mine always smells and looks good. Cheers.
2007-03-26 05:39:58 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It might be best to buy a new interior for the helmet. For gods sake dont use any solvents on anything which goes near the outer helmet, they seriously weaken the compounds.
2007-03-25 15:56:13 · answer #5 · answered by brian t 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Warm water, baby shampoo and a soft cloth. Rinse with a clean cloth and clean water, allow to dry - ideally not somewhere too warm, put on two bits of wood so air can circulate from underneath. If the liner is removable, then it's even easier - take the liner out, place it inside a pillowcase, then wash in your washing machine (30 degree wash).
2007-03-24 14:20:21 · answer #6 · answered by Darren R 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Soap and warm water. Remove the pads if possible. don't think of using dry-cleaning solvent, white spirit or similar. they will probably rot the structure of the helmet, and any residue will be very close to you next time you wear it.
Why not email a question to the makers??
2007-03-24 04:56:46 · answer #7 · answered by The original Peter G 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Get this stuff you shake on the carpet and vacuum up, or just use scented baking power, like they sell for leaving in the fridge. Then vacuum it out good, using the attachment with the "whiskers" to get the powder out of the helmet. Will be nice and fresh for a long time. No sag, no stretch.
2007-03-23 19:36:24 · answer #8 · answered by baron_von_party 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I'm with Darren R - baby shampoo works a dream.
2007-03-26 16:19:01 · answer #9 · answered by ssassy_bird 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with Mick,,put in dishwasher along with a capful of bleach,,,air dry for a couple days and be good as new
2007-03-24 17:55:11 · answer #10 · answered by hossfeathas 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋