Top 5 Motorcycle Accessories You Absolutely Need on Long Rides

A long weekend ride is a great idea to unwind from the day-to-day stress of work and to feel alive again. There are many people who prefer two-wheelers over cars just for the sense of freedom that it provides compared to the closed confines of a four-wheeler. If you are planning your next long ride, do not start before reading this first because we are going to reveal 5 motorcycle accessories and riding safety gears that you will absolutely need to make your ride more pleasurable and stress-free.

Helmets: The first and foremost requirement that you are going to fulfil before beginning a long ride is a good quality helmet for staff apart from the fact that Indian laws mandate the use of a helmet, it is one of those crucial things that can make the difference between life and that in the event of an accident. The current market offers many different options for you to pick from. There are the traditional full-face helmets that we all know and love, but there are also other options such as open face helmets, flip up or flip off helmets and special off roading helmets. It all boils down to your personal preferences when it comes to riding long distances. While open face and modular helmets are lighter and easier to keep on during long rides, open face helmets are better at allowing the airflow to keep you cool. If you wear sunglasses then you might prefer using an open face helmet, or a full-face helmet that has a stained visor to keep the sun out.
Luggage bags: Whether you plan to stay away from home for a few days or weeks at end, you are going to need extra pairs of clothes and other small titbits that make life comfortable. Whatever your need be, luggage bags are essential. They come in assorted sizes and with different strapping mechanisms, one of which is going to be suitable for your specific type of two-wheeler. There are also special top luggage bags that are made for smaller bikes, as well as bigger luggage bags that go on each side of the rear wheel of adventure touring motorcycles which let you carry more luggage for longer trips.
Motorcycle goggles: Most motorcycle helmets come with dual visors or tinted visors which keep the sun rays out of your eyes. But if you have an open face helmet or a modular helmet that flips out of the way you are going to need a pair of speciality motorcycle goggles that will keep your eyes protected from the bright sunlight. Motorcycle goggles are much preferred by people who go off roading to keep the dust and debris from getting into their eyes. If you anticipate a mix of tarmac and trails on your weekend ride, then do not forget to add a pair of motorcycle goggles to your accessories.
Motorcycle gloves: While you might not need a pair of gloves for your regular office commute (although we strongly recommend that you always use a pair of gloves for every type of two-wheeler ride), but when you go out on a weekend trip or a long use a pair of hand gloves can make a huge difference in your comfort levels. Motorcycling gloves are lined with protective materials both on the inside and outside that prevent your hand from being scraped or injured if you happen to fall off the bike on a tricky trail.
Spare visors: And finally, do not forget to carry a few spare visors for your helmet. These are very affordable and are especially necessary when you are going off-roading, or your plan takes you far away from any motorcycle accessories shop. Helmet visors are made of plastic materials that are prone to being scrapped if hit by small pieces of rock, which is very normal on a long ride, you will need the additional pair of visors to replace it.