Cleaning helmet glass is one of the mandatory things that must be done by every motorcycle rider. The reason is that when the helmet glass looks blurry, it will affect the imperfect details of the view which are at high risk and can cause accidents.
This opaque helmet glass is caused by many factors, such as dust, collisions that make abrasions, to errors in care when cleaning it.
So here are some tips for cleaning helmet glass.
Clean Regularly
Cleaning the helmet glass regularly is highly recommended. Besides being able to make the glass not dirty when used, this can also keep the helmet glass from annoying fungus.
To clean this helmet glass, it is required to use a soft cloth such as a microfiber cloth. Because if you use a cloth that has a rough surface, it can cause scratches on the helmet glass.
In addition, also use cleaning soap to make the helmet glass more shiny. The recommended soap, of course, is special soap for cleaning helmet glass. However, this soap can also be replaced with dish soap as an alternative or using a hand sanitizer.
How to clean it is very easy, here are the steps:
- Remove the helmet glass from the helmet for maximum results
- Wet the helmet glass first, then use soap to wash it clean.
- Rinse the helmet glass with clean water
- Dry the helmet glass using a soft microfiber cloth
- Use glass cleaning cream evenly
- Wipe the helmet glass again until clean using a microfiber cloth
Also read: Why Microfiber Eco Friendly?
Routine Maintenance to Maintain the Quality of Helmet Glass
The more often it is used, the helmet glass will get dirty quickly because of the dirt that sticks to it while on the road. Helmet glasses need to be regularly maintained to keep them clear and comfortable to ride. There are several tips to maintain the quality of this helmet, including:
- Always wipe the helmet glass before use with a microfiber cloth
- Store the helmet wrapped in a helmet holster
- Store the helmet in a place away from items that have a risk of scratching it
- When parking in a public place, leave your helmet at the designated safekeeping area
- Make sure the helmet is not exposed to the sun often
Helmet glasses usually last for 3-5 years. Replace the helmet glass if it is felt to be blurry or scratched and causing discomfort in viewing.
