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Can you wear sunglasses under motorcycle helmet?

Correct glasses Motorcycle glasses with foam gaskets to keep out the wind and dust are great. However, any good pair of close-fitting spectacles will be fine so long as they fit properly under your helmet. We like Flying Eyes pilot sunglasses which have thin and flexible arms to easily squeeze into your helmet.

Can you wear sunglasses while riding a motorcycle?

Whether it be sunglasses or prescription, you can ride a motorcycle with glasses and it is completely possible to do so comfortably even while wearing a helmet. Either type of glasses are considered safety features that will assist any motorcyclist with riding safely down the road.

How do you wear sunglasses with a helmet?

The correct way to wear sunglasses is to wear your helmet, strap it on, and then put your glasses on outside the straps. Not only you look better this way, but you also have the chance to take your glasses off and put them on again during the ride.

Do you need eye protection on a motorcycle?

Regardless of age, all motorcycle operators must wear a protective face shield, glasses, or goggles, unless the bike is equipped with a windshield that rises to a minimum of 15 inches above the handlebars.

Do motorcycle passengers have to wear eye protection?

In California, all riders and passengers on a motorcycle, no matter their age, must wear helmets. Colorado requires motorcycle helmets only for operators and passengers under 18. Adults aren’t required to wear helmets, although they are required to wear eye protection.

Can you wear a full face helmet with glasses?

By wearing contact lenses, you don’t need to trouble yourself fixing your glasses while riding. You can simply put your lenses on your eyes and wear a full-face helmet. Thus, any previous discomfort will be gone.

Can you wear glasses with a motorcycle helmet?

Sport glasses with rubber or silicone tips are good for gripping your head but bad for gripping the inside of your helmet. Don’t use sport glasses inside your lid. Start with a flip-up helmet, these are usually the easiest helmets to use with glasses.

How do I know if my motorcycle sunglasses are ANSI safety rated?

These engraved letters is really the only way to visually tell if your lenses are ANSI safety rated or not. It is important to note that NOT all motorcycle sunglasses are ANSI Z87.1 safety rated. Just because the sunglasses are not safety rated does not mean they are not safe to wear on your motorcycle.

What should I look for when buying biker glasses?

Before you purchase a pair of biker glasses, make sure the lenses are made of polycarbonate or trivex (trivex is only available in prescription eyewear), and make sure the glasses are from a trusted supplier like Bikershades.com. Most states require bikers wear eye protection at all times while riding the motorcycle.

Why are most safety glasses safety rated?

Most glasses are safety rated because most companies that require safety glasses to be worn at work must follow the rules and standards of the ANSI.