Whether you are buying a new Motocross gear or taking a short break from riding, you can’t just dump your old riding gear into a corner. As Motocross gear is expensive, storing it the right way is essential.

But what is the correct way of storing motocross gear? How can you keep it looking new forever? 

Here we have put a comprehensive “how-to” guide for storing your Motocross gear. We hope it answers all your questions. Take a look.

How to prepare your gear for storage? 

Storing your Motorcycle gear is not a complicated process. However, most riders damage their gear because they do not prepare it for storage. 

You can’t store your Motocross gear directly without cleaning it because dirt, grime, body oils, and sweat on the gear tend to snatch away its integrity. Hence, before storing it for a long period, you must clean all your gear, from your helmet to boots to armor. 

How to clean and store the helmet?

Here is the step-by-step guide to cleaning and storing the helmet.

 

• Clean the exterior: Start by cleaning the exterior surface of your helmet by wiping it using a microfiber cloth. Soak the cloth in a solution of warm water and mild detergent. Use a toothbrush to clean hard-to-reach areas. 

• Clean the visor: Clean the visor just the way you clean the exterior of your helmet. But make sure you don’t use extra pressure as it might scratch the surface. 

• Clean the liners: Remove the liners from the helmet and dip them in the solution of warm water and detergent. Scrub, squeeze, and rinse them before drying them in the shade. 

• Clean the vents: Use earbuds or blow air from the inside to clean the vents.

 

Once you have cleaned your helmet, store it in a helmet bag. If you don’t have one, use a pillowcase.

How to clean the apparel?

First and foremost, steer clear from storing your apparel without washing. When you plan to store it, take time to wash and dry it before putting it away. 

Wash your apparel in cool water and mild detergent. Whether you have textile or leather gear, do not use oxygenated detergents, spot cleaners, stain removers, or soaking agents, as they can destroy the gear. Also, do not use heat to dry them. 

Once you have washed your gear, dry it in a well-ventilated area with no direct sunlight or extreme heat. When your gear dries, hang it on a padded hanger. If you don’t have a padded hanger, store your jacket and pants in a box. However, make sure that the box is large and deep enough to accommodate your gear. Ideally, you should be able to store the gear without folding it to avoid hampering its shape. 

You can trust a plastic box with a lid for storing gears like gloves, boots, and helmets. However, never store your leather gear in an airtight space as it can make leather vulnerable to mold. 

The bottom line 

Taking care of your Motocross gear is essential to enhancing its life expectancy and ensuring that it offers you optimum protection during your rides. Experienced riders have a collection of gear that they proudly flaunt because of the years they are able to preserve them through simple care. It is the mark of a true rider when they know the ins and outs of keeping their precious biking investments safe and long-lasting.

As storage forms an equally essential part of care and maintenance, make sure you store your Motocross gear properly. Allow your gear to age gracefully while you do the same as a rider. We hope these tips will help you with this task!