subject: Don't Get Rid of Your Motorcycle Helmet, Restore it! [print this page] Don't Get Rid of Your Motorcycle Helmet, Restore it!
Once used for a great number of years, it can be tempting to think that it's time to throw away your old motorcycle helmet and visor, yet, you can instead get it restored to its old state.
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Restoring your helmet, won't get rid of all the blemishes, however, it will give it more of a shine and looker better. You can only restore your helmet, if the blemishes are only aesthetic. Any serious damage, cracks or dents mean that the protective qualities of the helmet have been compromised, thus, it must be replaced. Attached motorcycle visors must also be replaced, as the scratches will interfere with your vision. You may also need to replace any straps or lining too due to usage as they eventually may not be doing their job quite as well.
If you are intending to restore your motorcycle helmet, you will prepare by ordering the straps, visor, lining and any other parts from the original manufacturer. Replace the parts according to the manufacturer's instructions. Never try to fix it without the instructions, unless you know exactly what you are doing.
Remove stickers from the helmet by rubbing them with alcohol or other appropriate removers. Make sure you have a good layer of remover on the stickers, which you should leave to soak, so that the stickers are relatively easy to rub away.
Subsequently to this, wash your helmet with a soaked soft towel soaked (soapy water). Don't use any harsh chemicals; instead use a gentle washing up liquid or specialist helmet cleaning fluid. Try to remove all the dirt and grime from the helmet, very gently.
Cover up those minor scratches by using the appropriate paint. Car paint is particularly useful for this as the shades are very similar. Use a thin and small brush if covering small areas on your helmet as you don't want large visible brushstrokes all over your helmet! Let the paint dry for at least 24 hours or as long as the paint manufacturers' state. If using car paint, it is generally recommended that you allow painted item for a few days (it will be fully dry after then) and do not wash it for about a month.
Then to fully finish the helmet, buff the helmet using a microfiber cloth and an appropriate rubbing compound used for cars. Polishing in this manner will cover up paint and scratch marks, as well as enhance shine. But you do need to be careful. So when polishing, make sure you do not put on too much pressure, as rather than increasing shine, it will create a smudged effect.
If simply you cannot restore your motorcycle helmet, due to damage, and are looking for replacement motorcycle helmets, have a look at www.visorshop.com
