Tips on Motorcycle Riding Gear for a Dirt Bike

Riding a dirt bike can be a fun activity for all ages if you have the proper gear. Some tips on riding gear for a dirt bike include wearing gear at all times, ensuring the gear fits properly and knowing the basic types of riding gear.

Wear Dirt Bike Gear Properly

• Dirt bike gear should be worn when operating or riding a dirt bike.


• Dirt bike gear should be the right size for the person wearing the gear.


• The gear should fit tightly to the body, and there should not be any hanging fabric.


• Bulky gear can get caught in the spokes of the wheels or could come in contact with the muffler and catch on fire.


• Wear dirt bike gear with padding for extra protection against injury.

Types of Dirt Bike Gear To Wear

• A head and chest protector should be worn to protect the head and body from internal injuries.


• Goggles are worn to protect the eyes from being injured from flying debris.


• Gloves help keep the hands from getting scratched and also help to provide a better grip on the handlebars.


• A helmet is essential when riding a dirt bike. A helmet protects the head from serious injury such as concussions. The helmet should fit snugly, cover the ears, have a comfortable fitting chin strap and should cover the head all the way to the jaw line.


• Elbow, knee and shin guards should also be worn to aid against injury should a rider have an accident and is knocked or thrown off the dirt bike.

Cost of Dirt Bike Gear

• Dirt bike gear can be expensive; standard gear for an adult can cost upwards of $800.


• To cut costs associated with dirt bike gear, look for slightly used gear in resale shops such as thrift shops, consignment shops and Play It Again Sports stores.