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Step-by-Step Guide to Clean and Maintain AHR Helmets

Normally a helmet can last a very long time (5 years per industry standard) if it hasn't been dropped, in an accident, painted, or drilled, and this is the same with all AHR helmets. However, it does not mean your helmet does not require proper care. Improper use will shorten the lifespan of the helmet. Below are some tips for keeping your helmet in good condition so that it will last a long time:
1. Store the helmet in a dry place with good airflow and avoid direct sunlight when not in use.
2. Replace the visor when it has scratches or cracks. Refer to the below link if you need to replace the visor of AHR helmet: Can I replace the clear visor/shield of AHR helmets?
3. Clean helmet liner/cheek pad every three to four months or wear a helmet liner mask.
The liner and padding will start to smell and deteriorate with time due to sweat and dust.
Most of our AHR helmets have a removable and washable liner & cheek pad, and we recommend you clean the liner and cheek pad regularly. The cleaning process is very easy, just take the liner and pads out of the helmet, soak them into mild soapy water for about 20-30 mins, then rinse them with water and let them dry air dry in the sun. Please make sure they are dry completely before you re-install them.
Please note, the liner and pads of our AHR helmets are not suitable for machine-washing, only handwashing.
If you bought an AHR half face helmet or open face helmet, the liner is not removable. We recommend using a helmet liner cap to protect your helmet from sweat.
4. Replace the helmet liner and cheek pad if they tear. We have replacement liners & pads for some of our AHR helmets. You can refer to the below link: AHR Helmet: Can l change the inner padding to adjust the size?
5. Clean the shell of the helmet with a soft sponge or piece of cotton cloth to gently remove dead bugs, dust, and grime. We recommend you do this every day or every time after riding.
Regular maintenance is necessary and easy. It can keep the helmet last longer and will make you aware of any safety issues with your helmet before they become dangerous.

AHR helmet guide: Why do Off-Road/Motocross helmets have an extended chin and peak?

If you have ever seen an off-road helmet and a standard motorcycle helmet, you might have noticed that they are shaped differently. Wearing the correct helmet for the kind of riding you're doing is essential, so it's worth learning the differences between off-road helmets and standard motorcycle helmets.
The differences between motocross and motorcycle helmets are very noticeable. Motocross helmets have large openings for goggles to protect from dust, extended chin guards, and a peak (some may refer it as visor) for sun protection. The differences exist because they are designed for different purposes. A standard motorcycle helmet is designed to protect the rider against noise, wind, and debris at high speeds. It also protects against high-speed impacts, so it requires comfortable padding, excellent aerodynamics, good noise reduction and a lot of protection. However, an off-road helmet is built for sport. It needs good airflow, and it needs to protect riders from rocks, mud, and other obstacles found in a natural environment.Off-road helmets have a pointed chin guard because it allows more airflow. Off-roading is intense, with constant twists and turns and hitting bumps making you sweat and breath heavier. With a more pronounced and extended chin guard, it is easier for you to breathe and for the hot air to exit the helmet, so it will not fog up your goggles.As for the design of the peak, it has 3 main purposes. First, the peak can block the sun from getting in your eyes. Second, it also can protect you from dirt and rocks kicked up by the rear wheel of the rider in front of you. Third, it can also help deflect branches when riding in the woods. Standard motorcycle helmets are designed for riders who ride on paved roads, so they do not have this problem. However, when you are off-roading, you may be riding through a wooded area and it can be annoying and dangerous to have branches hitting the front of your helmet.