HELMET SHELL CARE

Shiny Finish. We recommend cleaning your helmet with products designed for automotive cleaning and polishing. All Spyder helmets are finished with a clear coat finish. Rubbing compounds can be used for deep cleaning to remove most scratches and scuffs. Over polishing with rubbing compounds can cause light abrasions which may dull the finish of your helmet. Stickers and decals will leave adhesive residue when removed. To remove the adhesive residue, use alcohol swabs. Be certain to immediately wipe away the excess liquid and clean the area with soap and water once the adhesive residue is removed. Do not use excessive pressure while rubbing when attempting to remove the adhesive residue, instead use multiple light treatments.

Matte Finish. We recommend using warm water and mild soap. Use multiple treatments for heavier dirt. Do not use excessive pressure or rubbing compounds while cleaning the surface as a shiny effect could be created, ruining the flat finish appearance.

HELMET VISOR CARE

Cleaning: Any spray on type chemical cleaner is not recommended. Chemicals in the cleaner result in haze build-up and distortion. Wash the lens with warm water and soft cloth only. Clean the lens as soon as dirt and debris have accumulated. If debris accumulates over time, clean the lens in several applications. This allows the debris to break down with every application. Excessive rubbing can lead to scratching as the hard debris can act as a scuffing agent. The same can occur if low grade rigid paper towels are used.

USING YOUR HELMET CORRECTLY

To reduce the risk of serious injury or death and to help prevent damage to your helmet:

• Never adjust your helmet accessories while riding – Only make helmet adjustments when stopped.
• Never drop your helmet – Dropping your helmet may crack the shell or damage the protective foam. The damage may not be visible.
• Never wear anything between your head and your helmet –This may reduce the effectiveness of your helmet.
• Never hang or hook your helmet on anything including mirror stalks, handle bar, or sissy bars – Doing so may cause damage to the helmet protective foam or liner.
• Never use insect repellent on or around your helmet – Insect repellant may damage your helmet’s visor, shell, protective foam, or other components.
• Never expose helmet to gasoline or gasoline fumes – Gasoline may damage your helmet’s visor, shell, protective foam, or other components.