Stinking motorcycle helmet

[8OA8]

Relining and ending up better than the original can be carried out (I have used them for Shoei) by the following place:

'Million Star helmet shop.

389-391 Luang Road/Yukhon 2 Road

Call the shop on 02 221 4358, or 02 222 4727

Their website: http://www.thaiantinoc.co.th/

In addition to the above. Every time I've been in this place, there are policemen collecting or dropping off their helmets for refurbishment

And do you know how much they charge for full lining for shoei?

And how is their work? Durable?

Thanks a lot.

Wasn't expensive, I think something like Baht 600 (full face Shoei)

The workmanship was excellent. In fact I reckon it was better than the original manufacturers work.

Have recommended the place to many friends over the years and all have been very pleased with the results.

[neverdie]

Easy. you need two. use helmet #2 when helmet one is drying out after it's been thoroughly hosed out with various stages of washing detergent and fabric softner. Repeat the cycle when the other helmet stinks out and repeat procedure for the other lid.

When the lining falls apart, replace. The secret to the answer was in the question (cheap lids).

Not sure if the lining can be replaced, I have never seen helmet's lining sold separately,

but the idea of having a second helmet could work...

No mate, I didn't mean replace the lining on the cheap helmet but rather.....replace the entire helmet.

For years I've run a series of lids all in various states of cleaning....eventually they need to be tossed in the rubbish.

There was one cheap lid being sold in LOS, which I think u could buy new linings for, real helmets?

You could also try wearing a silk balaclava when wearing the helmet, it helps reduce sweat into the helmets liner and it's easily washed daily after use.

Stinking lids, got heaps of em

A cheap lid is for decoration purposes only.I wear a cotton hat under the expensive helmet,can be bought at any market.

There's cheap lids, then there's cheap lids.

I'm not worried about getting my good lid sweaty but sometimes I ride to my local market wearing the cheap lid so I can leave it on the bike while I navigate my way round the market buying all the goodies.

In the old days I use to wear no lid, so I'm still lookin sweet compared to that.

[ll2]

Relining and ending up better than the original can be carried out (I have used them for Shoei) by the following place:

'Million Star helmet shop.

389-391 Luang Road/Yukhon 2 Road

Call the shop on 02 221 4358, or 02 222 4727

Their website: http://www.thaiantinoc.co.th/

In addition to the above. Every time I've been in this place, there are policemen collecting or dropping off their helmets for refurbishment

And do you know how much they charge for full lining for shoei?

And how is their work? Durable?

Thanks a lot.

Wasn't expensive, I think something like Baht 600 (full face Shoei)

The workmanship was excellent. In fact I reckon it was better than the original manufacturers work.

Have recommended the place to many friends over the years and all have been very pleased with the results.

Thanks man. I ll visit the shop soon for my shoei.

How long does it take for them to refurbish one? Also can they fix the plastic parts as well?

[8OA8]

I think it was drop it off and collect again next day service. Don't know about the plastic parts.

Shop is behind the police box on this junction: http://goo.gl/maps/4uTzS

[ll2]

I think it was drop it off and collect again next day service. Don't know about the plastic parts.

Shop is behind the police box on this junction: http://goo.gl/maps/4uTzS

Thanks a lot for the info. Cool man.

[thhMan]

I use a special helmet cleaning solution that you can find in many of the big bike shops or places that sell good helmets in Thailand.

I got mine in CM at just a shop that sells quality riding gear....

Its a foam solution and ends up giving the helmet the new car smell again

But other than that... water, soap and a rag

and this is my ride
Benelli 600

Edited October 6, 2014 by thhMan

[chickin]

If you have a half decent helmet or you really like the cheap and dangerous one so many wear here, try www.ThaiAntinoc.co.th -- they re-line helmets at a very reasonable cost. They are situated in Bangkok and offer a return by post service. As an example, they replaced the linings in our two Roof helmets and they only took two days to do it -- one of the days being a sunday.

They are also stockists ( if not the manufacturers ) of Stars Helmets who have a range of more than 50 types of helmet.

Sorry to hijack this thread, but what about the best way to clean your visor? Please don't say a mixture of water and vinegar.

Remove the visor and wash it by hand using dish washing soap. Shake it off and let it drip dry. No paper towels.

[DILLIGAD]

For stinking helmets wash or replace the liner. And if that doesnt help put the whole helmet in a big basin with detergent. Can help a lot. But best is to buy a new one after 3 years.

If you have a half decent helmet or you really like the cheap and dangerous one so many wear here, try www.ThaiAntinoc.co.th -- they re-line helmets at a very reasonable cost. They are situated in Bangkok and offer a return by post service. As an example, they replaced the linings in our two Roof helmets and they only took two days to do it -- one of the days being a sunday.

They are also stockists ( if not the manufacturers ) of Stars Helmets who have a range of more than 50 types of helmet.

Sorry to hijack this thread, but what about the best way to clean your visor? Please don't say a mixture of water and vinegar.

Here is how i do it:

I first wash the visor in the washbasin with clear water using the bare fingers to remove dust and grime. With your bare hands you have a good feeling not to scratch your visor when removing the dirt. Do it gently and use a lot of fresh, running water. Then i use a tiny bit of soap on the fingers to get rid of the grease smearing. Then rinse it with fresh water and gently tap the remaining water of. Or use a clean towel to dab the water of. Do not wipe on the visor with the towel or you will get lots of tiny scratches.

Like this my visors are like new for a long time. The only scratches are from bugs who sometimes crash into the visor.

BUT: Use these instructions at your own risk

I was hoping I could buy some sort of glass cleaner made specially to clean the visor without taking it off, another poster said maybe computer screen cleaner, I will check his post again.

Most optician shops sell small "pocket sized" cleaning sprays. Been using them for years without a problem

[Amusements]

I found some antibacterial spray in 7/11 2 years ago, and it worked a treat on my helmet (3 years old). Unfortunately I cant find any more anywhere, but you may have more luck than me, depending where you live?

[wantan]

I used to have crappy Thai helmets but washing it was effort, because if your using it daily you should be washing it weekly.

You need to get 1 of these from Sharp. Plasmacluster Ion Generator Just put your helmet on it, turn it on, take it off 8hrs later nice and fresh again.

Info from their website.

Plasmacluster Ion technology releases both positive and negative ions into the air. The cluster ions diffuse through, surrounding airborne allergens, turning them into harmless substances like water. The benefits of using the IGCH2JW for your helmet are eliminating unpleasant lingering odours. It also has an excellent performance against mould growth and bacteria.

I got it a couple of years ago in Singapore the same time I got my NEXX Carbon XR1R helmet. I think that was about ฿20k+ so the Plasmacluster thingy was probably ฿2-3k. It's not cheap but definitely worth it, Assuming you got the real gear and not the local . And no more washing 5555 ImageUploadedByThaivisa Connect Thailand1412527085.243714.jpgImageUploadedByThaivisa Connect Thailand1412527098.802151.jpgImageUploadedByThaivisa Connect Thailand1412527111.286542.jpg

Many people say that Real and Bilmola are not "local crap", how you call it. But i dont know what you owned and of course if you spent 20k on your nice carbon helmet you somehow want to justify it.

So this plasma thingy really works? You did not wash your helmet for years and wore it daily? No stank? Even no stank after a long ride before you put it on the Plasmacluster? Would like to hear more about it.

I wear a Forcefield Balaclava with my touring helmet. My scooter helmets get washed more frequently because no balaclava. Too much hassle wearing it for short rides.

Ok Wantone

In my opinion Real is crap, I have had a few before, I found them uncomfortable, poor visibility, but most of all it was HEAVY.

I don't know why or what you think I'm trying to justify. My helmet? The plasmacluster? Or how much I spent? Please enlighten me.

Yes the plasmacluster thingy really works. You plug it in and turn it on, it's quite simple really.

I have taken the inner lining out once and washed it, just out of curiosity to see if there was any adverse effects when re-attaching the Velcro.

No not daily, I have a car, I prefer to sit in traffic, nicely dry and comfortable when it rains. It's also a lot safer than my bike in the wet.

"No 'stank' after a long ride before you put it on the plasmacluster?". This really is a stupid question so I can't give you a serious answer other than, After you wear your clothes, do they smell nice and clean BEFORE you put them in the washing machine. If so, then why use a washing machine?

Go and by 1 if you'd like to hear more about it, but you'll probably just ask google because maybe it's over your monthly budget.

But seriously, It works well for me because all I have to do is turn it on, let it do its thing, then turn it off, and my helmet is fresh.

I'm not at the sink, pulling the inner lining out, scrubbing the 'stank' away, trying to dry it out properly, then putting it back in again but never quite the same fitment as before.

Thanks for the answer.

Its OK if you dont like thai made helmets. I own some of them and i like them. Pretty good value for money. My Real and my Bilmola are both 1450g and my Airoh is 1420g. Thats all not lightweight but acceptable imo.

I just wanted to know if this Plasma thingy really works, because you said you use your helmets daily. Now you say you dont use it daily, because you own a car. But how can we know if it works if you dont tell us how much you are using your helmet, how long you own the helmet and wether or not you use a Balaclava? But OK, you are right, i might never buy it

[Tat2TS]

I used to have crappy Thai helmets but washing it was effort, because if your using it daily you should be washing it weekly.

You need to get 1 of these from Sharp. Plasmacluster Ion Generator Just put your helmet on it, turn it on, take it off 8hrs later nice and fresh again.

Info from their website.

Plasmacluster Ion technology releases both positive and negative ions into the air. The cluster ions diffuse through, surrounding airborne allergens, turning them into harmless substances like water. The benefits of using the IGCH2JW for your helmet are eliminating unpleasant lingering odours. It also has an excellent performance against mould growth and bacteria.

I got it a couple of years ago in Singapore the same time I got my NEXX Carbon XR1R helmet. I think that was about ฿20k+ so the Plasmacluster thingy was probably ฿2-3k. It's not cheap but definitely worth it, Assuming you got the real gear and not the local . And no more washing 5555 ImageUploadedByThaivisa Connect Thailand1412527085.243714.jpgImageUploadedByThaivisa Connect Thailand1412527098.802151.jpgImageUploadedByThaivisa Connect Thailand1412527111.286542.jpg

Many people say that Real and Bilmola are not "local crap", how you call it. But i dont know what you owned and of course if you spent 20k on your nice carbon helmet you somehow want to justify it.

So this plasma thingy really works? You did not wash your helmet for years and wore it daily? No stank? Even no stank after a long ride before you put it on the Plasmacluster? Would like to hear more about it.

I wear a Forcefield Balaclava with my touring helmet. My scooter helmets get washed more frequently because no balaclava. Too much hassle wearing it for short rides.

Ok Wantone

In my opinion Real is crap, I have had a few before, I found them uncomfortable, poor visibility, but most of all it was HEAVY.

I don't know why or what you think I'm trying to justify. My helmet? The plasmacluster? Or how much I spent? Please enlighten me.

Yes the plasmacluster thingy really works. You plug it in and turn it on, it's quite simple really.

I have taken the inner lining out once and washed it, just out of curiosity to see if there was any adverse effects when re-attaching the Velcro.

No not daily, I have a car, I prefer to sit in traffic, nicely dry and comfortable when it rains. It's also a lot safer than my bike in the wet.

"No 'stank' after a long ride before you put it on the plasmacluster?". This really is a stupid question so I can't give you a serious answer other than, After you wear your clothes, do they smell nice and clean BEFORE you put them in the washing machine. If so, then why use a washing machine?

Go and by 1 if you'd like to hear more about it, but you'll probably just ask google because maybe it's over your monthly budget.

But seriously, It works well for me because all I have to do is turn it on, let it do its thing, then turn it off, and my helmet is fresh.

I'm not at the sink, pulling the inner lining out, scrubbing the 'stank' away, trying to dry it out properly, then putting it back in again but never quite the same fitment as before.

Thanks for the answer.

Its OK if you dont like thai made helmets. I own some of them and i like them. Pretty good value for money. My Real and my Bilmola are both 1450g and my Airoh is 1420g. Thats all not lightweight but acceptable imo.

I just wanted to know if this Plasma thingy really works, because you said you use your helmets daily. Now you say you dont use it daily, because you own a car. But how can we know if it works if you dont tell us how much you are using your helmet, how long you own the helmet and wether or not you use a Balaclava? But OK, you are right, i might never buy it

Before I got my car I used my bike daily.

I don't time myself as to how long I use my helmet on a day to day basis, but enough to be hot and sweaty riding around the city on my 600RR (which doesn't take very long)

I did say I got them both at the same time a couple of years ago.

No balaclava, they're for robbing banks!

It works fine for me.

But you'll only know if it works for you if you treat yourself and go buy it! Alternatively just keep scrubbing your stench out every few weeks.

[JohnPark]

I just hand wash my lining with the liquid for doing babies clothes.

When I'm off the bike at the market I just use my helmet like a shopping basket, lol.

[Ozgur]

Stuffing newspaper after using the helmet will absorb the sweat and prevent bacterias colonizing in the helmet.

I just heard this on some Motorcycle TV program. Never tried it though.

[wantan]

Stuffing newspaper after using the helmet will absorb the sweat and prevent bacterias colonizing in the helmet.

I just heard this on some Motorcycle TV program. Never tried it though.

Interesting idea, but must be an older TV program. Who has newspapers at home nowadays? Though i sometimes wish i had,

for example to dry wet boots.

[Ozgur]

Actually, i watched the program recently and it was live.

There are many newspapers at the lobby of my condo. Maybe I should steal some

Anyway, it s not so hard to find a bunch of newspaper. It would do the trick.

[ll2]

Stuffing newspaper after using the helmet will absorb the sweat and prevent bacterias colonizing in the helmet.

I just heard this on some Motorcycle TV program. Never tried it though.

Interesting idea, but must be an older TV program. Who has newspapers at home nowadays? Though i sometimes wish i had,

for example to dry wet boots.

Me for one. Old habits. Like to read a printed newspaper while eating brakfast especially weekends.