General Care

ICON® armor is tough and designed to withstand a great deal of asphalt induced abuse, but no armor can survive every conceivable motorcycle accident. Should the unfortunate occur and you crash in your Icon armor thoroughly review the product for any signs of structural damage (major abrasion, holes, damaged seams, etc). Should there be any damage or if you are unsure if the damage is structural you should replace the armor. Most Icon armor use a coating on the textile chassis material which reinforces the overall fabric matrix. Improper cleaning of the armor could compromise the integrity of this coating leading to material failure. Unnecessary exposure to Sunlight and UV rays should be avoided. This is most critical when storing your armor. Always store your armor in a dark, well ventilated area. Armor is best hung from a wide padded hanger. Do not wrap in plastic or other nonporous materials as this may cause the fabric or plastics to discolor. Finally, avoid exposing your armor (or any of your riding gear) to fumes or vapors from gasoline or any harsh chemicals. These fumes weaken the structure of nylon and polyester textiles lessening their inherent protective capabilities.

Cleaning

Armor (Textile Areas) - Hand wash the armor with warm water and a mild liquid laundry detergent. Hand washing minimizes unnecessary stress on the garment. A soft bristle toothbrush works well in helping to remove any bug strikes or road debris. Rinse the armor with clean water to remove all detergent. DO NOT use any form of oxygenated detergent, bleach, fabric softeners, or dry cleaning chemicals. These items will damage the vest!

Drying

Armor - DO NOT use a machine dryer. Subjecting the armor to a machine dryer will damage the product and possibly the dryer itself. The only recommended method for drying the armor is drip-drying. Do not subject the vest to direct sunlight, hair dryers or any type of heater during the drying process. DO NOT use an iron on any part of the garment.