How do I wash and care for motorcycle clothing correctly?
Each product has its own care and washing instructions attached to it. In addition to the laundry care symbols, please note the following points when washing:
• Separate laundry according to the required temperature
• Separate dark and light colors
• Close zips to avoid sharp edges
• Friction matters when washing: never overfill the drum, but do not run the machine too empty either.
• Shake out laundry properly before hanging it up
• Remove the protectors from the clothing before washing.
How do I wash and care for shirts?
• Wash the shirt according to the sewn-in instructions
• Remove the protectors from the shirt before washing.
• Shake out the shirt properly
• Let the shirt dry on a hanger
• Iron the shirt
• Store the shirt hanging in the wardrobe
How do I wash and care for jeans & trousers?
• Close zips before washing
• Remove the protectors from the trousers before washing.
• Turn the trousers inside out
• Trousers with stretch: so that they stay elastic for a long time, they should be washed neither too often nor too hot.
• Do not put trousers in the dryer, let them dry on the line.
How do I wash and care for leather clothing?
• Insect residue and other dirt can be removed very well from the surface by hand with a leather washing concentrate and a soft brush.
• Gloves can also be cleaned by hand with a leather cleaner.
• For heavily dried insect residue, place a slightly damp cloth on these areas for about 10 minutes to soften the dirt. Brush the areas lightly with a leather cleaner beforehand.
How do I care for my textile clothing with a climate membrane?
• When the clothing gets dirty, the climate membrane stays waterproof, but its breathability gradually decreases. So it is better to wash it more often.
• Remove the protectors from the clothing before washing.
• Textile clothing with a climate membrane can usually be machine-washed without problems. Always follow the care instructions on the sewn-in label. A special detergent is recommended, otherwise the membrane may be damaged. Never use fabric softener!
• Avoid high heat when drying.
• Then treat with a textile impregnation spray to repel dirt and water.
Does motorcycle clothing need aftercare and impregnation?
• Sticking zips: simply rub them with a few drops of silicone spray on a soft cloth. This makes them run smoothly again.
• Impregnation helps: raindrops bead off and water does not penetrate the outer fabric at all. Use silicone-free impregnation spray, ideally sprayed on after washing and left to dry. Then activate the water-repellent effect by ironing according to the care label or in the dryer at low temperature.
• Impregnation does not affect the function of the membrane. Well-impregnated clothing repels dirt and water. A soaked outer fabric causes heat loss, so good impregnation also protects against the cold.
• The clothing should be impregnated again after about 3-4 washes.
How do I store my motorcycle clothing properly?
• Only store motorcycle clothing over the winter in dry places.
• It is best to store motorcycle clothing including lining and protectors hanging in the wardrobe.
• If the clothing is additionally protected by a garment bag, it must be breathable; a plastic bag without air holes should be left open at the bottom.
• Do not fold leather and textiles. Leather can warp or discolor at the folds.