Motorcycle Eye Protection

One of the most important safety precautions for a motorcyclist is wearing proper eye protection. Even motorcycles that have windshields may not protect drivers from items flying through the air, such as bugs, dirt, or even rocks. Airborne obstacles can cause eye injuries or even eye loss, and can cause the driver to lose control of the motorcycle. In addition, excessive wind can make eyes tear up and cause vision to blur.

Some of the many options for eye protection include:

• Helmets with face shields: This is often the safest and best option. They provide the greatest level of safety by not only also protecting the head, but also by covering more of the face and eyes than do other types of eye protection. However, some face shields and visors are tinted, making them unsafe for night riding or riding in low-light conditions.
• Goggles: Goggles come in two varieties – off-road goggles and street goggles. Street goggles usually have smaller lenses than off-road goggles. Goggles often have changeable lenses that allow the rider to use them in a variety of different lights. Some goggles are specially made to accommodate riders who must use prescription eyewear.
• Riding glasses: Riding glasses are different than other type of safety glasses because of the foam surrounding the eyepiece, which reduces wind around the eyes. Glasses provide the least protection of all eye protection since they do not shield any part of the face.

Other factors should be taken into consideration when choosing eye protection, such as lighting conditions, various coatings, and wind reductions. Often eye protection comes with various levels of tinting, so that drivers can adjust for different light conditions. One of the best options is to invest in a clear face shield for optimal protection and wearing tinted glasses underneath.

Eye protection also comes with various coatings, such as UV ray protection, fog resistance, and scratch-resistance. Finally, eye protection options offer a variety of wind resisting components. Full face shields block all wind, but goggles and glasses should have a layer of foam to keep wind from getting into the eyes of the rider. Choose a pair with high-quality foam that will not break down quickly.

Contact an Iowa Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

Iowa motorcycle accident lawyers of the Pete Leehey law firm can answer any questions you have about motorcycle safety, and can help you gain the compensation you deserve in the event of an accident. Contact his office today at 877-209-9452 to schedule a free initial consultation.