I have been using an NZI Carbon fibre helmet for several years now. The bugger has developed a nasty odor that seems to be fermenting like a fine aged cheese. I have used Helmet deodorants and occasionallly wash it out but the smell comes right back. I would like to find a replacement liner for it if possible. Anyone have any experience with finding a liner to fit the NZI?

I know there are several trials helmets that come with removable liners but no one seems to know if you can buy an extra liner. I may choose to buy a new helmet with a removable liner, but only if I can get spare liners for it.

Any advise, ideas etc.....is welcome.

Ride slow.....take chances.

Try filling your helmet with grass after riding.

Don't forget to take it out before riding again.

I'm not sure that's the best place to keep your stash. Could be handy on the scottish though.

I usually wash my NZI in the swimming pool, let the chlorine do the work,seems to help!

My old Shoei used to stink to high heavan, same as you I tried all the sprays etc and as a last resort I washed the thing out in a hot bath....still stunk....the cure was the bin

Somebody needs to invent those Odour Eater insoles for helmets... Charcoal they're full of. Hmmm.... Idea - Empty a bag of barbecue briquettes into it

Several years!! I sure don't want to be in a queue near you at the local trial. I suppose it is one way of getting to the front

Hey "copemech" you sure must look a picture at your local swimming baths striding out in your "SPEEDO'S" sporting your stinking "NZI". You think this helps, personally I think you need to seek help !!

I have had 2 NZI's, good helmets, but non removable lining is a problem, tried the bath routine, left it soaking etc. none relly work solve the problem short term, but not long term

Now bought myself a "PREMIER" helmet, so I can take the lining out, only worn it twice so cannot be the judge, yet of whether a good idea or not but bought it on recommendation.

So Mr MotoMax treat yourelf to a new helmet, that might even double up as a bathing cap !!!!!

I usually wash my NZI in the swimming pool, let the chlorine do the work,seems to help!

Hope it isn't a Polycarb helmet, 'cause chlorine wreaks havoc with polycarb.

Edited September 6, 200421 yr by TooFastTim

I'm not sure that's the best place to keep your stash. Could be handy on the scottish though.

Talking of which, would you like like your residence decorated John? I know this place that does great "herbal" bouquets!

Speak next week!

my helmet use to stink so i got some car foam interior cleaner and cleaned it with that loads of dirt came out and smells nice and still smells nice now after a whole season of trials

Ahh , so its you that rides round with a foam pimp afro!!!

I have used the (Lym?) spray foam for several years on boots, gloves, shin pads and helmets. Works great, especiallyt on keeping gloves soft and not abrasive. However, now with 2 kids, 3 sets of all gear uses an $11 can about every second or third riding. Began too cost more than replacing the gear, so I am saving the spray for the gloves.

I have tried washing everything after every ride. I did find storing the helmet upside down to dry traps water inside between shell and liner and really made a stinky mess. So at least I store it right side up.

'Fabreze' spray fabric stuff has been recommended. Its much cheaper at $5 for about a liter. It seems to help but I am looking for better ideas.

What kinds of experience do others have with the car spray foam. How about house upholstery cleaners? Brands and opinions?

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i use car foam upolstrey cleaner with great results my helemet stank real bad and i was going to bin it and get a new and i thought that the cleaner might make my head itch but i thought i may as well try it caise if it does not work im gonna but a new helmet anyway so i tried it. it got rid off all the horrible mud ground in around the face area and loads of sweaty horrible stuff came out from inside it and left the matterial nice and soft and smellin nice, but i have used other cleaners and some dont smell nice so smeel the cleaner before you buy it or it could end up smelling like a pub like what ahppened to me once

i use this one it is real cheap and smells of apple and it is a huge can

http://www.tool-up.co.uk/shop/diy/WYN99882.html

i also use this stuff on my bike to make it real shiney

http://www.tool-up.co.uk/shop/diy/WYN43602.html

Try Hat cleaner from a saddlers(a foam product like car upholstery cleaner), I'm always 'borrowing' the girlies, seems to keep my Hebo sweet. De-odouriser is also available from the same source.

Ok Gizza, let me demonstratr how it is done.

Along with the speedos, you must have the proper codpiece and be wearing your best Garne boots as well before taking the plunge.

Get the picture!