March 8, 2012 12:32 PM PST
We all know there’s that quintessential “free” feeling, coupled with feeling the wind rushing by you and the scenery a whirlwind blur as you ride by. Yet, we also know that enjoying a motorcycle means riding safely. The unthinkable can always happen, and you don’t want to see yourself down on the road after dust kicked up into your eye, obstructing your vision and causing a collision that otherwise could have been avoided.
So take a few minutes before you kick that bike into gear to adjust your
motorcycle eyewear. Your glasses or goggles are securely fastened and tight enough to ensure they’ll stay on throughout your ride. Of course, you don’t want motorcycle goggles to detract from a great ride, so fortunately brands like
Wiley-X Motorcycle Glasses,
Bobster Motorcycle Glasses, and
7eye have put an emphasis on safety
and design in their glasses’ and the way they feel when riding.
So do yourself a favor and make sure you've "tuned up" your sunglasses like you would change the oil in your bike and check tire pressure. Make sure all the screws are tightened, lenses are not scratched enough that you can't see out of them. Clean them with dish soap and hot water to get all the bug juice you had on there from the year before and wipe them off with a microfiber cloth before you jump on and ride. This will keep you safe and the peice of mind knowing you have protection...
Some take their vision for granted until something major happens...don't let that be you.
Ride safe everyone and enjoy the open road. I know we will!