September 28, 2022 3 min read
Motorcycle gloves are an essential part of your motorcycle protective gear. The first thing to hit the ground is typically your hands, so you want to make sure you have good gloves to protect you from injury. Gloves also provide comfort, especially during long rides and keep your hands from getting calluses. Over time, your motorcycle gloves will accumulate dirt, stains and smells - especially if you’re not washing them. If dirt stays in your gloves for extended periods of time, it can hasten the process of wear and tear. So, in order to retain your gloves’ great features, they must be kept in good condition. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the process of how to clean and maintain your motorcycle gloves:
Generally, there are two types of motorcycle gloves: leather and mesh (textile). Cleaning mesh gloves can be pretty straightforward, you just have to wash them as you normally would regular fabric.
Notes:Instead of machine washing you are better off cleaning your motorcycle gloves by hand. The harsh spin cycle of the washing machine might damage the fabric, zippers, seams, as well as their other features which could badly affect their performance and longevity.
But with leather motorcycle gloves, you have to be extra careful as leather is more sensitive and could be destroyed when not cared for properly.
Use atextile cleaner to clean and eliminate exhaust gas residues, rainwater stains or insect stains stuck on your gloves.
Pro tip:Do not put any cleansing agent (even water) directly on the leather, but on the cleaning cloth.
Pro tip:You can use a concoction of baking soda and cornstarch for the unwanted smell.
Pro tip:Leather gloves generally take 48-72 hours to dry completely, which is why you should not place them under direct heat to accelerate this process.
Tips on maintaining your motorcycle gloves
Whether it’s leather, mesh, or any other type of material, keeping your motorcycle gloves is absolutely necessary if you want to be able to use them longer. When cleaned properly, your gloves can serve you well and for an extended period of time. Ready to clean your motorcycle gear like a pro? Be sure you have all the products you need, check out our rangeMotorcycle Cleaners today! For more tips and guides, be sure to check out our other blogs.
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