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ONLY
DIAMONDS
AND
YOUR
LUST
FOR
THE
ROAD
ARE
FOREVER
Here
are
some
tips
to
maximize
the
life
and
effectiveness
of
your
helmet.
•
Never
expose
a
helmet
to
chemicals
or
excessive
heat.
These
may
degrade
the
protective
properties,
even
if
damage
is
not
visible.
•
Never
hang
a
helmet
on
a
motorcycle's
mirror,
turn
signal
or
sissy
bar.
The
EPS
impact-absorbing
liner
can
be
easily
damaged.
•
Before
riding,
make
sure
chin
straps
are
tightened
properly
and
not
frayed,
make
sure
visor
screws
and
face
shield
are
tightly
affixed.
Replacement
•
If
a
helmet
is
dropped
or
suffers
any
impact,
it
should
be
replaced
immediately.
Impact
may
fracture
the
outer
shell
or
compress
the
impact-absorbing
liner,
and
the
damage
may
not
be
visible.
•
Over
time,
a
helmet’s
protective
impact
liner
compacts
with
use,
leading
to
improper
fit.
In
addition,
glues,
resins
and
other
helmet
materials
break
down
over
time
and
hair
oils,
sweat,
cosmetics
–
even
the
sun’s
UV
rays
can
add
to
helmet
deterioration.
Helmet
manufacturers
and
the
SNELL
Foundation
recommend
replacing
your
helmet
every
3
to
5
years,
depending
on
use,
to
ensure
optimal
helmet
performance.
Keep
it
Clean
A
little
care
goes
a
long
way
in
keeping
your
helmet
looking
-
and
protecting
-
its
best.
•
Use
a
mild
soap
and
water
to
wash
the
outer
shell
and
clean
the
shield
with
warm
water
and
a
soft,
lint-free
cloth
as
soon
as
possible
after
dirt
accumulates.
•
Hand
wash
the
internal
liners
with
mild
soap
and
allow
to
air
dry.
•
Use
compressed
air
to
clear
helmet
air
vents
and
channels.
•
DON'T
use
solvents
or
chemicals
to
clean
any
part
of
the
helmet
or
shield,
as
they
can
destroy
protective
coatings
and
compromise
the
structural
integrity
of
the
helmet.
•
DON'T
use
a
dry
cloth
to
clean
debris
from
a
face
shield
or
you
might
scratch
the
shield.
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