What equipment do I need for Motocross?

MotoCross is probably the most dangerous type of riding you'll do on a motorcycle. This means you'll need the proper equipment to ensure your safety in the event of a crash or fall.



Besides having a good motocross helmet, there are three other pieces of equipment that are essential for the die-hard MotoCross rider.



1. Goggles: Since MotoCross involves a lot of dirt, rocks and debris, the rider who doesn't wear the proper eye protection puts his/her eyes at serious risk. There are a lot of different styles of goggles out on the market today but the features that you'll certainly want to look for in a pair of goggles are correct fit (either with glasses or without), sweat-absorbing material, glare protection, and non-vented vs. vented (to prevent fogging).



2. Gloves: MotoCross riding frequently involves close contact with the track. Because of this, if a rider doesn't wear gloves, he/she is putting their hands at serious risk. A few features to look for in finding the right type of gloves are a material which is tough yet still flexible and a mesh material that allows the hands to breathe.



3. Chest Protectors: This piece of MotoCross equipment is probably the most expensive but is well worth the investment for the rider who wears it. When looking for a good chest protector, consider purchasing one that has full torso, back, shoulder, elbow and kidney protection.

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