Here's how! Run cold water over the burn for 5 to 10 minutes to clean off any contamination from the motorcycle's exhaust that may be on the wound. Dry the wound with gentle patting motions, and cover the burn with a sterile gauze. Regularly sterilise your burn with antiseptic until the wound dries completely.

Should you cover a burn or let it breathe?

Wrap it loosely to avoid putting pressure on burned skin. Bandaging keeps air off the area, reduces pain and protects blistered skin.

Can you put Neosporin on a burn?

Antibiotics

Use an over the counter antibiotic ointment or cream like Neosporin or Bacitracin to prevent infection of the burn. After applying the product, cover the area with a cling film or a sterile dressing or cloth.