Motorcycle helmet maintenance

A well-maintained helmet

The helmet is the most important safety gear for a motorcyclist: a well-maintained helmet remains comfortable, provides better protection, and lasts longer. The interior absorbs perspiration with every ride, and the padding compresses over time; the visor collects bugs and dust, which obstructs vision. Regular cleaning of the interior and the visor, along with replacing worn padding, helps restore the helmet's original fit.

By product type

Helmet maintenance can be categorized by product:

• Padding.
• Helmet maintenance.
• Visor cleaner.

Helmets are also available in full face, modular, jet, masks and visors, on the helmets page.

Pads and liners

The interior padding, the crown, and the cheek pads keep the helmet snug on your head: when they compress, the helmet shifts and offers less protection in the event of a crash. Replacement pads LS2, Scorpion, Arai, Nox and Stormer, designed for each model, provide a precise fit; some come in different thicknesses for a better hold. Most can be removed and washed by hand in warm soapy water. The Premier balaclava, worn underneath the helmet, absorbs perspiration.

Visor and anti-fog

The visor cleaner Dr Wack, water-based, removes bugs and smudges without damaging the screen's coatings; it should be applied with a microfiber cloth. Avoid alcohol or solvent-based products. The anti-fog spray Tucano Urbano, applied to the inside of the visor, reduces fogging in cold or humid weather. The maintenance kit Unpass includes the essentials. Store your helmet in its bag, protected from heat.

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Frequently asked questions

How to clean the inside of a motorcycle helmet?

Remove the removable padding and wash it by hand in warm water with a mild soap, then let it air dry. For a fixed interior, a dedicated cleaning spray can eliminate sweat and odours without disassembling the helmet.

When should you replace your helmet's padding?

When they compress, the helmet shifts on your head and offers less protection. Replacement pads and cheek pads, like those offered for LS2, Scorpion, or Arai helmets, can provide a firm fit without changing helmets.

How to clean a helmet visor without damaging it?

Soften insects first with a damp cloth left for a few minutes, then wipe with a clean microfiber cloth and an appropriate cleaner, like Dr Wack. Avoid solvents and abrasive papers, which can dull the screen.

How to prevent fogging on the visor?

An anti-fog spray, like the one from Tucano Urbano, leaves a film that prevents condensation. Slightly cracking the visor at low speed and using the nose deflector provided with some helmets can also help.

Should you replace your helmet after a fall?

Yes, a helmet that has absorbed an impact must be replaced, even without visible damage: the inner polystyrene shell may have compressed and would no longer absorb a second impact. Maintenance prolongs comfort, not the ability to protect.