Essential Motorcycle Accessories for Off-Road Riding

Whether you're a newbie or a savvy motorcyclist, motorcycle parts and accessories that you pick got for your bike matters a lot. Just note that the gear that you choose for the off-road is the same as that of regular motorcycling. Also, motocross gear helps you to perform at your best and helps you to ride safely. So, let’s check out the off-road essentials.

Motocross Helmet

Just note that injuries to the rest of the body may heal, but head injuries rarely do. So make sure you put more thought into buying it. Avoid assuming that your normal motorcycle helmet will work in an off-road setting.

 

Although full face motorcycle helmets will always offer more protection, for off-road, you need good quality dirt bike helmets. They have a wide aperture to allow goggles to sit well, good ventilation, and keep you out of sun and mud, and other external elements.

Goggles or Off-Road Safety Glasses

While you are on off-road, it is also vital to protect your eyes. Off-road goggles are best for a great adventure. For goggles, there are myriads of options available in the market. But make sure the one you choose is comfortable and has good wide foam padding to absorb sweat. They also need to fit the aperture of your helmet.

In terms of the lenses, there are tons of options - from clear to dark, sand to enduro and tinted to mirrored. It's advised to use tinted lenses as it lowers glare. Safety glasses are also a good option as they allow excellent airflow and are shatterproof.

Helmet Bag

A high-quality dirt bike helmet bag is another important motocross accessory. They are available in all styles and sizes, thereby making it easy for riders to find the ideal one for their unique needs.

Boots

During off-road riding, your feet are also vulnerable to injuries. In spite of this, many riders ignore basic protection to their feet. Any boots you wear on a motorcycle whether on or off-road should be boots built for that purpose only. Rigger boots, steel toe-cap work boots, ex-army boots, wellies - all are a big no.

A proper bike boot will have a strong sole, buckles, and straps of zips. Modern off-road boots take care of your feet well. They aren’t cheap, but when you put them on you exactly know why they are the best.

Gloves

Another important gear is modern dirt bike helmet gloves. Leather off-road gloves are good during winters as they offer more protection from cold.

Off-Road Suit

High-end motorcycle helmets and jackets are vital off-road gear. Look for something that offers spine, elbow, and shoulder protection.

For off-road riding, wear a bodysuit under a race shirt and a plastic roost and back protector. In colder months, wear a jacket without padding over the top. But in summers, ditch the race shirt.

Knee Pads

Besides guarding your elbows, preventing damage and injury to your knees is also vital. For this, you need to buy good quality knee pads.