General Care

ICON® vests are tough and designed to withstand a great deal of asphalt induced abuse, but no vest can survive every conceivable motorcycle accident. Should the unfortunate occur and you crash in your ICON® vest 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 vest. Unnecessary exposure to Sunlight and UV rays should be avoided. This is most critical when storing your vest. Always store your vest in a dark, well ventilated area. Vests are best hung on a wide padded hanger. Do not wrap the vest in plastic or other nonporous materials as the leather portions of the vest need to breathe to avoid damage from mold or mildew. Finally, avoid exposing your vest (or any of your riding gear) to fumes or vapors from gasoline or any harsh chemicals. These fumes can weaken the structure of nylon, polyester, and leather lessening its inherent protective capabilities.

Pre-Cleaning

It is important to follow a few simple steps to prepare your vest for washing. Remove the insulated liner from the vest (if so equipped). When removing the liner unsnap each snap carefully - DO NOT apply excessive force - as this may break the snap. Remove all impact protectors from the vest. Make sure to close and fasten all the pocket flaps.

Cleaning

Insulated Liner - Hand wash the insulated liner in warm water with a mild liquid laundry detergent. Thoroughly rinse insulated liner with clean water to remove all detergent. Should you desire to clean the impact protectors they can be cleaned by wiping the protectors with a damp cloth.
Leather - The exterior of the leather vest can be cleaned with any garment leather cleaner such as ICON® leather cleaner and conditioner. Take caution to avoid getting cleaner in contact with any patches, embroidery, rubber, or plastic components. Bug strikes and road debris are best removed with a soft bristled toothbrush. DO NOT use any form of detergent, bleach, automotive cleaner, or dry cleaning chemicals. These items will damage the garment!

Drying
Insulated Liner - The insulated liner should be allowed to drip-dry only. DO NOT use a machine dryer, direct sunlight, hair dryers or any type of heater during the drying process.
Vest - DO NOT use a machine dryer. If your leather vest becomes wet, dry it in a temperature neutral area away from heat or fans. Leather will dry better if it is placed on a towel to absorb water. When the leather is almost dry apply a leather conditioner, such as ICON® leather cleaner and conditioner, to keep it flexible. When the leather has completely dried apply an additional coat of conditioner. It is critical to care for your leather vest properly when it gets wet because leather can be irreparably damaged by moisture and mildew.