Helmet Paint

 

I am interested in painting my helmet black (it is currently red).  Is there
anything special I should know before I start: Type of paint, surface
preperations, etc.

Any help is appreciated.

Ed

 



Yeah, I can sum it up in one word: "Don't"

Paint solvents are also helmet plastic solvents. Just wait until you need to
replace your helmet anyway (3-5 years) and then buy a black one.

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Not entirely true. This is a myth based on older helmets which
deteriorated faster when painted. Newer helmets are not like that. I
have had several helmets painted and never had a problem for years. The
painter I use does hundreds, all of various types. To my understanding,
you prepare it as you would most other paintable object.

 


And did you subject the helmet to a crash test after it was painted?

    Mike

 

None is needed. Millions of helmets are painted every year. The inner
part of the helmet is basically styrofoam. This is what will provide
the cushion upon impact. As I stated, newer helmets are made with
better composite materials and will handle repainting. But if you
prefer personal testing, I'll let you purchase two indentical helmets
and I'll have one painted. Then we can subject them both to equal test.
I will bet my motorcycle to yours, there will be no difference.