How do you clean the inside of your helmet?
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If your helmet liner snaps out, take it out, put in a bag, like a helmet bag, and wash on delicate cycle. Might want to take a picture so you put it back right. This works great on my HJC. I assume it should work better on your Schuberth. No directions in helmet, or their website?
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Of all the helmets I've owned over the years, even the cheap Nolan, none of the interiors have suffered any shrinkage or damage whatsoever, in fact just the opposite they feel (and smell) so much better almost like new again.
I started a thread a couple years back asking if everyone washes their helmets and just like this thread most never did which surprised me. For those that haven't, one look at the filthy water after soaking your helmet may make a believer of you.
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I replace the helmet. Seriously, helmets do have a shelf life.
From SMF.org
From SMF.org
The five-year replacement recommendation is based on a consensus by both helmet manufacturers and the Snell Foundation. Glues, resins and other materials used in helmet production can affect liner materials. Hair oils, body fluids and cosmetics, as well as normal "wear and tear" all contribute to helmet degradation. Petroleum based products present in cleaners, paints, fuels and other commonly encountered materials may also degrade materials used in many helmets possibly degrading performance. Additionally, experience indicates there will be a noticeable improvement in the protective characteristic of helmets over a five-year period due to advances in materials, designs, production methods and the standards. Thus, the recommendation for five-year helmet replacement is a judgment call stemming from a prudent safety philosophy.
Last edited by tvon; Jun 21, 2016 at 10:26 AM.
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I've had 3 helmets stolen. Apparently I must have an irresistible scent.
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A couple years ago, I bought a tire from one of the big online dealers, maybe it was DK. In order to get free shipping I purchased a couple other items to bump it over the minimum. One of the products was a can of spray Helmet cleaner. It actually works pretty good. Spray it on, it foams up, a little work with a soft brush, rinse it out with hot water and let it drip dry in the summer heat. It is surprising how much dirt comes out in the rinse, it also leaves it smelling fresh. From the smell of the stuff, it contains some ammonia.