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Using a helmet for several months at an end can lead to a becoming stinky and smelly! This problem is particularly more prominent and common in riders residing in South East Asia and other tropical countries around the world. Heavy sweating during the summer months can lead to the helmets inner-lining and padding to absorb the sweat and that mixed with the dust from the road forms a thin layer of deposition that begins to smell if not maintained properly. Here is a simple, effective and time-tested process to clean and maintain premium helmets.
Remove all parts Begin by detaching all removable parts of your helmet. If you are not sure which parts removable, consider checking the manufacturer's website all the manual that came in the box with the helmet. Once you are sure of which parts to remove, gently pry them apart and keep them separate on a clean surface. You will need to clean these as well at a later stage, but first make sure to have all of them separated. Do not use excessive force while removing parts from your helmet. Check for tools in the box which will help you remove the parts and put them together later on. If you do not have any special tools, use a small-headed screwdriver covered in a soft cotton cloth to remove the parts. Soak and rinse Once all the parts are detached, so call of them in the solution of baby shampoo or any industrial cleaning agent (made specifically for colored plastic products) and let it stand for at least half an hour or even longer depending on the amount of dirt and deposition on the surface. It might be a good idea to use warm water solution rather than cold tap water which is more effective in dislodging the tongue Raj from the surface of the helmet parts. Once the helmet parts have soaked in for about 30 to 40 minutes, take them out of the container and rinse gently underrunning tap water. You can also use a gentle bristled brush, or painter's brush for additional efficiency. Do not make the mistake of applying a lot of force on the surface of the helmet parts because it can easily lead to permanent scratches. When all the parts have completely been cleaned, allow them to dry under a shade, taking care not to expose them to a direct and hot sun, and do not use a blower or a hair dryer dry the surface. Finally, use a soft cotton cloth to remove all the watermarks after the parts have completely dried. Reassemble Once you are completely satisfied with the cleanliness of the helmet parts come on the next step is to reassemble all of them together. Follow the guidelines on the manufacturer's website, or if necessary, check a picture of the helmet in its assembled form to get an idea of what goes where. They should not take you a lot of time come up and depending on if you have done it previously, or not, it will take you somewhere around 15 to 20 minutes to put everything back together. If you are not completely sure how to do it, consider taking the helmet parts to your nearest helmet accessories shop and they will help you with it. It might also be a good idea to take photographs after helmet before taking it apart and cleaning it, so that you have a reference point to use while putting everything back together later on. Deodorize washing and cleaning the helmet periodically is important, but you should not overdo it because the helmet interiors are not made for repeated cleaning processes. instead, we would rather have you use a deodoriser or helmet deodorant that you can easily purchase at a helmet accessories shop near you. If you bought a best quality premium two-wheeler helmet, this type is extremely important because the less you take the helmet apart, the more it will last longer. Consider part replacements While cleaning and soaking the helmet parts, if you unintentionally damage any part, or you see a part with signs of severe damage, consider getting replacement for those specific parts. All premium helmet manufacturers also provide helmet replacement parts that can be purchased from the manufacturer's website itself, or from an online portal. You can also discuss the problem with your helmet dealer. Get a new helmet! If even after completing all of the above steps, you still observe just think or smell coming from the helmet, it might be a good idea to replace it completely and purchase a brand-new premium helmet which not only give you all the benefits of a new product, but also the latest in terms of safety and comfort features. While purchasing a brand-new premium helmet, always considered going with the best that money can buy and try to find a helmet as detachable parts which will make it simpler for you to clean and maintain it later on, thereby ensuring that it lasts several years without seeking another replacement.
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Got time for a quick vacation? Make best use of the little time you have to plan it with these few simple tips.
It is not always possible to plan every vacation to the finest detail like you would wish to because there is a lot of things to take care of, and especially after the pandemic, as the world is gradually opening back to normalcy, there are even more challenges to overcome especially regarding your own health and that of the people accompanying you on the vacation. Nevertheless, you should never hold yourself back from enjoying a quality time, and with that in mind here are 5 simple tips to plan a last-minute vacation! Take Care of The Finances First and foremost, take care of the finances. When you are adult strange place with strangers around you there's nothing other than Hardcastle leave out of a difficult situation for stop also, the downside of doing everything at the 11th hour is that you might have to pay a little bit more for everything! Not to worry, you can always rely on the old and trusted method of haggling and bargaining for everything. but, in addition to that you will also have to keep some additional money with you photos last moment unexpected expenses which could have been refunded have you started early, but now there is little time to do all of that, make sure to have a little bit of extra money with you for every stage of the journey. Book Your Accommodation The biggest challenge of planning a last-minute vacation is finding proper accommodation. Never make any compromise with the safety or comfort of your family, and check for all the deals that you can find online. Do not shy away from paying a little bit more when it comes to finding the best place to enjoy your vacation. Choose a spot that puts you right in the middle of the action. Staying a hotel far away from all the popular tourist attraction will mean that you will have to travel a lot more, which means unnecessary fuel expenses. Check with your employer if they have any collaboration with hotel aggregators that can give you a good deal on the accommodation expenses. Double Check Safety Measures Don't compromise on your safety, that of the family members accompanying you. Last minute plans usually mean a lot of compromises, but that should not be on safety. If you are traveling by a motorcycle, make sure to where premium brand-new safest motorcycle and two-wheeler helmet. And if you are travelling by car, make sure that everybody is wearing their seat belts and staying safe. At the hotel room, check for the locks on all the doors and windows as well as for hidden cameras just be extra safe. Don't forget to carry preventive medicines for headache, fever, and gastrointestinal distress. If you are on a prescription, discuss with your doctor and find out if he or she recommends any special steps for you to follow during the vacation. Leave the House in the Hands of Someone Responsible While you are gone, the house needs to be taken care of. Have somebody look after it while you are gone. Ask the person to switch on the lights after sunset so that it dissuades any criminals from attempting a burglary in your absence. Do you have a pet to take care of? If that is the case, handed over to somebody you trust, or take the service of a pet caretaker to ensure that your pet does not go through an ordeal or starve. If you can't find anybody to trust you can always fall back on remote surveillance technology. Remote surveillance cameras are easy to come by and economical to install. Using these, you can keep an eye on the House on your mobile phone and switch on or off the lights remotely. Ignore the Niggles, Focus on The Positives Last minute vacations are usually strife with compromises. Which means, there might be a few niggles but you don't have to focus on those. We strongly recommended you to focus on spending quality time with your family members rather than worrying about small things that could have been different had you planned the vacation earlier.
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How To Save Money For A Road Trip?11/28/2020 Material wealth is something that everybody has more or less, unfortunately you won't be able to take it with you when you leave this earth! But the real wealth that stays with you throughout your life is the experience that you gather by travelling across the world. If you have been planning to go on a road trip, but never were able to save enough money for it you are in the right place. Let's find out 5 of the most effective tips using which you can save money for a road trip.
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A common trend that is seen in the entire Asia-Pacific region is that two-wheeler riders do not invest in their own helmets rather they choose to wear helmets and belong to other members of the family in order to save money. That is a reason why their helmets do not fit properly and in the event of an accident the helmet is the first thing that comes off and flies away!
The motorcycle helmet is one of the most crucial things that is necessary to protect the rider in the event of an accident and if the helmet doesn't fit properly, it completely defeats the purpose of wearing a helmet in the first place. Here are a few tips on how to choose a helmet that fits perfectly on your head and provides complete safety and comfort. Don’t Wear Old Helmets Never make the mistake of wearing a helmet that does not belong to you. Old helmets belonging to other family members are not hygienic and secondly, they are not meant for your head size. It may definitely keep you safe from being fined by the police but it will not save you in the event of an accident. Modern full face and open face helmets do not cost a lot of money and you can easily get one within your budget and that fits your head properly. You can also replace your old helmet and get some discount on a new helmet depending on when you are purchasing your helmet. Visit your nearest helmet accessories shop and find out what discounts and offers they have for you. Know Your Head Size The key to purchasing the bran-new premium motorcycle helmet is to know your head size first stop measuring the head size for helmet is very simple all you need is a tailor's tape and you can wrap the tape around your forehead a little bit above the eyebrows and take measurement of your head in both inches and millimeters. Once that is done, check the manufacturer's size list and find out helmet size that matches your head size as closely as possible. Choose The Right Helmet Do you need a helmet for long distance travels? Are you planning to use the helmet for daily office or school commutes? Once you have completely understood your expectation from the helmet it becomes easier for you to choose the product when you visit a motorcycle accessories shop. An open face helmet gives you an additional sense of openness because it does not have the chin-bar at the bottom, which is a good way of ensuring that you always get a steady flow of cool air on your face and neck. On the other hand, a full-face helmet is arguably the safest helmet that you can purchase. The presence of the chin section at the bottom of the helmet provides complete coverage and will give you better protection if you happen to lose balance of the motorcycle and hit the ground. Wear A Balaclava or A Skull Cap Modern motorcycle helmets are made to a certain standard size chart which might not be exactly what you need. So, there is always a chance of a little bit of wiggle room in the helmet even if you take accurate measurements and purchase the right helmet. In order to prevent the tiny movements in your helmet, especially when you're riding on the highway with a lot of wind draught hitting you from the sides, you might want to wear a skull cap or a balaclava which will add girth to the head and allow the helmet to sit properly without any room for movement. Care For Your Helmet Over a period of time and which regular use, the internal parts of the helmet can come loose because of sweat and other factors. When you purchase a helmet at your nearest motorcycle accessories shop, make sure to choose a helmet that gives you the option of replacing the inner parts. Most helmets come with the option of replacing the inner lining and padding with new parts that you can get at the authorized dealership. That way you can always be sure that the helmet fits properly and the inner lining and padding stays comfortable and fresh even after several years of use.
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When you are getting started with riding a motorcycle off road, there are a lot of things that you need to learn before mastering unpaved surfaces. Riding a motorcycle fast on a racetrack is a different set of skills that is completely unique but not what you need to ride off-road. If you are just getting started on your journey to becoming an off-road motorcyclist here are a few basic things that you need to keep in mind to become better at your form of art.
Learn to judge the ground clearance Always be very cognizant about the ground clearance and how high your motorcycle is at its lowest point. When you are riding on an off-road and unpaved trail there is a very good chance of big rocks and stones lying on the ground which can easily scratch the underbelly of the motorcycle as well as cause mechanical injuries to the bike which will bring you to a grinding halt. The moment you start to become aware of such obstacles on the road, you get better at circumventing them smartly and keeping yourself and the motorcycle safe. Master the clutch Unlike riding a motorcycle on a paved surface when you can let her up you can't do that when you are on an unpaved patch of road where you need to slow down and stay balanced on the bike while you're circumventing the problem. To be able to do that, you need to master the clutch which will give you better control over the motorcycle at slow speeds. The way clutch mechanisms are designed in such a way that they do not like to stay engaged for long periods of time. If you happen to ride the clutch at all times, you will end up grinding it out which will be a big problem later on. Find out the perfect balance that your bike is capable of taking without the clutch wearing out on you. Put the brakes to use Like we said earlier, riding an off-road trail is more about riding slow than going fast! And that is why you need to be better at using the brakes to your advantage. If you have an abs-equipped motorcycle, you might want to switch off the ABS from becoming intrusive to your braking inputs. Use the rear brake to slide across dirt, while using the front brake to control the motorcycle on undulating surfaces. You can master the fine balance of braking your bike in motion by practicing a lot on it. Lower the traction control Almost all modern motorcycle come with technological safety nannies to prevent a novice rider from doing something stupid and ending up in an accident! While these are extremely important to stay safe on the road, this comes in the way of you exploring the off-road prowess of the machine. That is why you are better off switching it off when you're riding in an off-road condition. If you are not comfortable completely switching off the ABS, you can definitely reduce its intrusiveness by lowering its strength. Start with reducing the strength down a notch and then reduce it even further until you are completely confident of controlling the motorcycle without the help of the ABS system. Steer with your knees, standing up If you want to ride a motorcycle at any respectable speed on an off-road trail you cannot possibly expect to sit on the seat because the undulations on the road will toss you off the seat! That is the reason why off-road riders do not set when they are riding hard on an unpaved surface. Standing up on the foot pegs and controlling the motorcycle using your knees wrapped around the fuel tank is a great way of navigating on unpaved surfaces. Riding off-road is a demanding task and you need to be extra careful against the large rocks on the ground. Use a safest brand-new riding gears along with full-body riding armor to stay safe.
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Unlike in European countries, winter in a tropical country such as India is very pleasant and therefore the most preferred time for people to go on long road trips and cruises on their motorcycles. If you have been planning to go on a road trip on your bike with your friends this winter you need to prepare the motorcycle first. Here are 5 important tips that will help you prepare the machine for winter riding.
Upgrade to winter tires The tires that came on your motorcycle when you buy it from the showroom are not designed specifically for winter riding conditions. In winter, the road surface becomes very slippery and shifting due to the presence of dew drops, mud and snow depending on the location you are Riding in. That is why it is important to upgrade the tires with special winter riding tires which are designed specifically for giving you more control over surfaces where normal tires cannot get any traction at all. This upgrade makes more sense for people who are avid travelers and love to cover long distances on their bikes especially during winter. Change the fluids for winter riding The viscosity of engine oil that is used in normal conditions is completely different from what you need if you are planning to write a lot during the winter season. Talk to an expert motorcycle mechanic and find out the write viscosity for the engine capacity of your motorcycle and have it installed before going out on the road trip. In addition to that, make sure to check the brake fluids and other relevant things when you take the motorcycle for an upgrade and preventive maintenance before heading out on the trip. Add reflective tapes on the bike The visibility conditions in winter decrease because of the presence of fog which creates a misty veil that significantly reduces visibility and makes it difficult for car/truck drivers to spot motorcyclists on the road. To make sure that you are clearly visible even in cloudy or dimly lit situations, install reflective tapes on the rear and sides of the motorcycle so that car drivers can spot you from a distance and take evasive action if necessary. Invest in a motorcycle cover Under most circumstances people going on a road trip usually park their motorcycles outdoors under the open skies and during the night the bike gets completely covered in dewdrops which not only cool the engine temperature way below its normal operating temperature, but also affects the paint and finish of the motorcycle. Keeping the motorcycle covered after completing the ride is a good idea which prevents it from getting wet or being scratched by wild animals during the night. That way you will also have to spend less time cleaning the motorcycle and more time riding it! Aftermarket heated seats and hand grips Keeping the cold at bay is a crucial aspect of being comfortable on a winter bike ride. If you expect the temperature to drop significantly at the destination you are heading to, you can check out aftermarket heated grips and seats which can make an enormous difference in your comfort levels in addition to a high-quality branded motorcycle helmet with superior weather protection. Nowadays, many premium motorcycles in the adventure and touring category gives you the choice to upgrade directly from the showroom. Check out if your bike manufacturer provides similar upgrade options. |