Eyewear for Night Riders
May 10, 2014
Night riding can be a great experience. There are fewer cars on the road and the air is cooler, but visibility issues pose a greater risk for motorcyclists without the right night gear. So we put together this handy list of vision-improving gear for your night cruising pleasure.
Night Riding Glasses. Improve your night vision with a good pair of night riding glasses. These bad boys are a bargain buy, starting at just 99 cents.
Night Riding Goggles. Another low-cost option for night riders, these goggles designed for motorcyclists are designed with yellow shatter-proof lenses for added safety.
Photochromatic Visor. Some helmets come with photochromatic visors. These visors darken in the sunlight and become clear at night for better visibility. There are also helmets with interchangeable visors, so you can switch to the clear visor as the sun goes down.
Night Riding Tips
March 28, 2014
As we all know, riding season is upon us. However, the sun still goes down a little early and many bikers are forced to continue their commute down dark roads. If this is a new experience, or if you could use a quick refresher, then follow these tips to stay safe on your night rides:
Don’t outride your lights. This is possibly the most important tip, and the easiest to remember. There’s plenty of hazards on the street, so don’t go faster than you can see.
Follow the tracks. Other vehicles leave behind tracks on the road, which are likely a safe path to take since previous tires would have swept away most of the debris.
Boost Illumination. Many companies make lighting accessories that can increase headlight power, allowing you to spot wildlife, gravel, road debris and potholes sooner.
Watch out for drunks. Night is the most common time for DUI/DWI.