10 Mar 2026
7 Signs Your Motorcycle Helmet Needs Immediate Cleaning
A 2020 study found Staph aureus in 22.7% of helmets tested. Here are the 7 warning signs your motorcycle helmet ...
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A Biker's Guide to Smelling Good After Every Ride
Post-ride sweat starts smelling in about an hour, per sweat researchers. Here's the biker's guide to smelling good after every ride: body, helmet, and gear.
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05 Mar 2026
Why Your Motorcycle Helmet Smells and How to Fix It For Good
Damp materials start growing mold within 24-48 hours, per the EPA. Your sealed helmet rarely gets that dry windo...
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06 Feb 2026
The Bacteria Behind Helmet Odor (And How to Kill It)
A 2020 microbiology study found 392 bacterial isolates across 130 motorcycle helmets. Here's why washing the pad...
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06 Nov 2025
How Often Should You Really Clean Your Motorcycle Helmet?
A 2020 study found Staphylococcus aureus on 22.7% of helmets tested. Here's the honest cleaning schedule, based ...
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04 Sep 2025
How to Clean Your Motorcycle Helmet Without Damaging It
A 2020 study found 392 bacteria across 130 helmets. Here's how to clean yours without wrecking the EPS foam, lin...
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18 Jul 2024
Motorcycle Helmet Smell Removal: Why It Won’t Go Away
Motorcycle helmet smell often comes from bacteria in sweat-soaked padding. Learn why washing may not be enough a...
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