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A quality set of motorcycle goggles prevents bugs, grit, roost, and UV rays from damaging your eyes. Goggles are not just for motocross, dirt bikes, and ATVs. In fact, most states require bikers wear eye protection at all times while riding.
While full-face helmets provide the most protection, many street riders prefer open-face helmets. Adventure motorcycles have also boomed in popularity, and this hybrid of street and dirt riding is ideal for a good set of motorcycle goggles.
Here’s a rundown on the most popular motorcycle goggles on eBay Motors. If a pair of motorcycle sunglasses is more your style, there’s plenty of options for both men and women.
Scott: Innovation at a Good Price
The Scott product line includes a robust selection of value-priced motocross goggles. Selling for around $60 to $90, the Scott Prospect offers a wide field of view and an array of cool features.
“NoSweat” face foam uses three layers of material to keep the salty, stingy stuff out of your eyes, while articulated outriggers let you position the goggles without touching the lens. In addition, an innovative Lens Lock system makes it easy to swap the optimum lens for every condition.
Scott is the granddaddy of motocross goggle manufacturers. The brand dates to 1958, when it introduced the world’s first tapered aluminum ski pole. In 1970, Scott rolled out another world’s first with its motocross-specific goggle.
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Fox Racing: Upgrade Lenses Over Time
The mid-range Fox Racing Airspace goggle, about $55 to $65, uses a grooved variable lens system (VLS) to allow the use of standard Lexan lenses, as well as injection-molded polycarbonate lenses. VLS lets you upgrade your lens while keeping the same frame. Fox Racing’s entry-level Main goggle uses VLS, as well. The Airspace uses outriggers, while the Main does not.
The Fox Racing brand started in 1974 as a motocross parts distribution company. The apparel line launched in the late 1970s, and goggles followed in 2006 via a partnership with Oakley.
Shop now for Fox Racing Motorcycle EyewearOakley: High-Tech Style
Oakley’s Airbrake MX goggles ooze with style and technology. The Switchlock design makes lens changes a snap, while the Plutonite lens material filters out various UV rays, as well as blue light. F3 anti-fog coating and Race Ready 5mm Roll-Off canisters ensure a clear view. Three-layer face foam fleece keeps the sweat out of your eyes. Pricing starts at $125 and runs up to $185, with Iridium lenses and signature series designs among the costliest.
In 1975, James Jannard launched Oakley with an innovative motocross grip. The first Oakley goggles followed five years later. Eyewear giant Luxottica acquired the company in 2007.
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The 100% Armega tops the brand’s motocross and mountain bike goggle range, with a list price ranging from $90 to $120. Key features include ultra-HD clarity with HiPER contrast-enhancing technology and a quick-release lens changing system with six-point molded locking tabs. In addition, the dual-injected frame incorporates a sweat management system and forced air intakes to remove moisture and prevent fogging.
100% started in the early 1980s. Along the way, the Southern California-based company expanded its goggle line from its core motocross roots into the UTV/ATV, mountain bike, street bike, and snowmobile worlds.
Shop now for 100% Motorcycle & Powersports EyewearWorth the Investment
Choosing the best motorcycle goggle starts with a budget. You can go cheap, spending only $20 or $30. From there, costs rise depending on lens materials and features like advanced sweat protection, anti-fogging and tear-offs.
But it’s best to think of protective eyewear as an investment—and an insurance policy. The money you spend on motorcycle safety equipment is more important than anything else you bolt on your bike. Nothing’s more imperative than protecting your eyes.
If you’re riding a vintage bike, a set of MX goggles won’t do. Instead, you’ll want to find the right set of vintage motorcycle goggles. Vintage style can be a bit tricky because as cool as a pair of steampunk goggles might be, style should not take precedence over protection. At the end of the day, optical clarity and safety serve riders better than a fashion statement.
