Tips to Clean Your Helmet in Monsoon

Let us go over some helmet cleaning and maintenance basics:

Cleaning the Visor and the Shell

The first error a rider does is using petroleum distillate or cleaning products such as Colin in order to clean the shell of their helmet. Using ammonia-based cleansers or glass cleaners on the shell and visor causes the ammonia to break down the polycarbonate in the helmet, completely diminishing its integrity over the course of time. You must use just water or a specialised helmet visor cleaner. It'll assist to minimise unseen damage to the helmet, prevent peeling, and preserve the fog-resistant and scratch-resistant coatings on your helmet's visor.

To clean the helmet shell, make sure you're using a soft tissue or microfiber cloth, and stop using abrasive materials. Simply place a damp cloth over the affected area for a minute to clear the bugs. During long journeys, always carry a water bottle or your helmet cleaning kit with you to avoid improper visor cleaning if the need arises mid-way.

Cleaning Pin Lock Shields

Because pin lock shields do not have a scratch-resistant coating, you must be particularly cautious while cleaning them. Improper cleaning will almost certainly create marks that are not visible but are enough to hamper your night riding. All you need to do is simply wash them and wipe them down with a soft tissue.

Cheek Pads and Inner Liners

If you are wondering how to remove smell from helmets, let us tell you that, nowadays, most decent helmets offer replaceable cheek padding and inner liners. Even though most of them have antimicrobial coatings in order to prevent odour, cleaning them routinely when dust accumulates helps to keep the helmet feeling fresh and smelling wonderful. Harsh detergents and fabric softeners must be avoided as they degrade the helmet's coatings and impede moisture wicking capabilities. And, as much as possible, hand wash them with warm water. Avoid using dryers and instead dry them naturally.

Use internal sanitizers if your helmet has a non-removable liner. Simply spray and wipe clean.

Vents

Bugs or insects tend to become lodged in your helmet's vents over time, obstructing ventilation and air flow, making you sweat. Pressurised air is highly useful in this regard, as well as other methods, like the use of cotton swabs.

Wear Any Liner or Balaclava

You must get into the practice of wearing a liner or a balaclava to keep sweat and body oil from harming the helmet lining. Also, It helps to keep sweat out of your lips and eyes when riding.

Storage

You must allow your helmet to naturally dry out for at least a day after a ride in order to allow moisture to escape and prevent stink. To keep the helmet damp and odour free, store it in your helmet bag with some spare silica gel packets.

Avoid Hanging Your Helmet on Your Bike's Handle or Luggage Hook

Leaving your helmet exposed to the weather is never a good idea. Not only does it entice robbers, but also collects dust and degrades your helmet quicker.

Hydrophobic Sprays for Visors During Monsoon Rains

Water droplets on your helmet's visor are one of the most vexing feelings. Gloves should not be used to clean them since they tend to scratch the visor over time. To prevent water droplets off your visor, use an excellent hydrophobic spray.

Straps

The helmet straps should be cleaned with a specialised cleaner and should be dried naturally. Because they are in contact with the neck and chin, they accumulate sweat as well as dirt and mud and must be cleaned properly.

Your helmet should be cleaned on a regular basis, regardless of the weather. Even if it is not used on a daily basis, it must be cleaned and stored in a clean and dry area. Adding a disinfectant to the water during the monsoon season ensures that no bacteria or fungus accumulate, which can lead to skin problems. If the helmet gets wet in the rain, disassemble it and clean it thoroughly to ensure that each part is dry.

Keeping these easy helmet care tips in mind and establishing a cleaning regime for the helmet is a fantastic way to ensure that you use it for a longer period of time as well as keep it in good shape. Keep an eye on the helmet and replace it when it has scratches on the visor or worn out, just like you renew your bike insurance policy annually. After all, it's your safety that is most important, and the helmet ensures that. For any sort of two-wheeler insurance-related queries, you can freely reach Tata AIG at any time of the day. We’d be happy to resolve your queries.