Wash yer stinkin' helmets!!!

fnfalman · 08-25-2008, 10:13 AM

I've been using the Motorex helmet care sprayer and a skull cap practically every time I go out, but even then the helmets get stinko after a while. I couldn't take it any more and washed three of the most offensive ones. The Shoei flip-up was the worst because that's my commuter helmet. I had to let it sit for about almost an hour in the deodorizer water.

First step is to wash them in water mixed with bacteria killer mix (I have it for my scuba gears). Poured water in a 15-gallon trash can enough to thoroughly sink the helmets, mixed in the bacteria killer and tried to squeeze the foam inserts, getting some of the nasty gunks off. I did that to three helmets.

Second step is to put them in another 15-gallon trash can mixed with the stink killer mix. The Arais weren't too bad, I left them in for about ten minutes each, but the Shoei was so stinky that I had to leave it in for about nearly an hour.

Shopping carts make for great helmet holder while they're being drained.

http://www.webbikeworld.com/r3/helme...elmet-care.htm
http://sinkthestink.com/

Dnyce · 08-25-2008, 10:21 AM

u just dunked the whole helmet in?

i thought u could just take out the inside and toss it in the washing machine?

NeonspeedRT · 08-25-2008, 10:22 AM

When I cleaned the liners in my HJC's, I just threw them in the washing machine with a small bit of laundry detergent. It worked great

NeonspeedRT · 08-25-2008, 10:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dnyce

u just dunked the whole helmet in?

i thought u could just take out the inside and toss it in the washing machine?

"Most good helmets have a removable liner". Not all do, but most of the good ones do.

Rider · 08-25-2008, 10:25 AM

Shoei liners are not removable.

jtemple · 08-25-2008, 11:44 AM

I like the stink. It reminds me that I'm a man.

z06boy · 08-25-2008, 12:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jtemple

I like the stink. It reminds me that I'm a man.

Oh wait...different stink...my bad...

NONE_too_SOFT · 08-25-2008, 12:18 PM

huh, the smell never bothers me. But i dont sweat a lot, specially from the head. i'd just febreeze and be done with it, if anything.

azoomm · 08-25-2008, 02:49 PM

You don't dry them immediately? I have a small box fan that I put them onto to dry the inside. If you don't, you run the risk of molding the foam.. and yes, I dunk my entire helmet. Wait, I used to. Now, my Suomy has a completely removable liner.

z06boy · 08-25-2008, 03:16 PM

Mine and my wife's helmets have removable liners so... wash and roll if you want.

She's removed and washed hers...I've wiped mine with a damp cloth and sprayed it with helmet fresh or whatever it's called but haven't actually washed it yet.

08-25-2008, 10:13 AM	#1
fnfalman Europhile Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: SoCal Moto: Aprilia RS125, Aprilia SR50 Factory, Aprilia Tuono, BMW Rockster, KTM 990 Adventure Posts: 1,875	Wash yer stinkin' helmets!!! I've been using the Motorex helmet care sprayer and a skull cap practically every time I go out, but even then the helmets get stinko after a while. I couldn't take it any more and washed three of the most offensive ones. The Shoei flip-up was the worst because that's my commuter helmet. I had to let it sit for about almost an hour in the deodorizer water. First step is to wash them in water mixed with bacteria killer mix (I have it for my scuba gears). Poured water in a 15-gallon trash can enough to thoroughly sink the helmets, mixed in the bacteria killer and tried to squeeze the foam inserts, getting some of the nasty gunks off. I did that to three helmets. Second step is to put them in another 15-gallon trash can mixed with the stink killer mix. The Arais weren't too bad, I left them in for about ten minutes each, but the Shoei was so stinky that I had to leave it in for about nearly an hour. Shopping carts make for great helmet holder while they're being drained. http://www.webbikeworld.com/r3/helme...elmet-care.htm http://sinkthestink.com/ __________________ *Cogito Ergo Vroom - I think therefore I ride*

08-25-2008, 10:21 AM	#2
Dnyce flyin high Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: cali Moto: 10speed huffy w/cards in the spokes Posts: 2,318	u just dunked the whole helmet in? i thought u could just take out the inside and toss it in the washing machine? __________________ "Racing Is Life, Everything Before and After is Just Waiting" Steve McQueen

08-25-2008, 10:22 AM	#3
NeonspeedRT At Large Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Jax, FL Moto: 2005 R1 Posts: 678	When I cleaned the liners in my HJC's, I just threw them in the washing machine with a small bit of laundry detergent. It worked great __________________ MSF Rider Coach Motorcycle Training Institue Inc "Riding a motorcycle is like playing chess. Anyone can learn the moves, but it takes a lifetime to master the game."

08-25-2008, 02:49 PM	#9
azoomm moderator chick Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Hill Country TX Moto: Pasta Rockets Posts: 8,917	You don't dry them immediately? I have a small box fan that I put them onto to dry the inside. If you don't, you run the risk of molding the foam.. and yes, I dunk my entire helmet. Wait, I used to. Now, my Suomy has a completely removable liner. __________________ We have enough youth. How about a fountain of "smart"? Come Play at the Track!! http://www.elitetrackdays.com

08-25-2008, 10:25 AM	#5
Rider Moto GP Star Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 12,156	Shoei liners are not removable.

08-25-2008, 11:44 AM	#6
jtemple Geek Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Papillion, Nebraska Moto: 2011 Husqvarna TE630 Posts: 1,437	I like the stink. It reminds me that I'm a man.

08-25-2008, 12:18 PM	#8
NONE_too_SOFT Chopstix / \ Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Akron OH Moto: 03 CBR RR Posts: 5,350	huh, the smell never bothers me. But i dont sweat a lot, specially from the head. i'd just febreeze and be done with it, if anything.

08-25-2008, 03:16 PM	#10
z06boy Letzroll Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Lake Norman area, NC Moto: 07 Red R1 & 07 Blue R6 Posts: 5,265	Mine and my wife's helmets have removable liners so... wash and roll if you want. She's removed and washed hers...I've wiped mine with a damp cloth and sprayed it with helmet fresh or whatever it's called but haven't actually washed it yet.