Does your motorcycle cover provide the level of protection that it did when it was new? If not, it may be time to wash your cover. The maintenance requirements for your motorcycle cover are simple and easy. Read on for more tips on how to clean a motorcycle cover.

Rinse Your Motorcycle Cover Regularly

Rinsing your motorcycle cover once a month with a garden hose will slow down the accumulation of dirt, enhance the protection your cover provides, and cut down on how often you need to “deep clean” your motorcycle cover.
Note: Do not use a pressure washer to hose down your cover.

Hand Wash Your Motorcycle Cover with Mild Soap

Hand washing your motorcycle cover is the safest and gentlest way to clean your cover. Use a solution of mild soap (such as Ivory) and warm water to clean your cover with a sponge or soft brush. Wash both the inside and outside of the cover for the best results.

Harsh soaps or detergents can strip away the protective UV and waterproof coatings. If the soap you use is too harsh, you may need to reapply these coatings with a UV fabric spray and waterproofing spray.

Rinse and Air Dry Your Motorcycle Cover

Rinse the cover thoroughly before letting it dry. Any soap residue left on the cover may compromise its quality. There should be no suds left on the motorcycle cover after you rinse it.

Do not dry the motorcycle cover in a dryer. Allow it to air dry instead. Make sure the cover is completely dry before using it on your motorcycle or folding it for storage.

Keep Your Motorcycle Cover Free From Debris

Brush off leaves, dirt, snow, and debris from the surface of your motorcycle storage cover on a regular basis. Keeping your cover free from debris allows the cover to perform up to the standards it was designed to meet. For the best protection, clean your motorcycle cover on a regular basis.