Sunglasses

For High-Tech Eyewear, Choose XLMOTO Motorcycle Sunglasses

Whether riding on a winter's day or at the height of summer, direct sunlight is challenging at best and dangerous at worst. Overexposure to ultraviolet rays is harmful to the eyes. Also, it can cause fatigue or distract your attention from road hazards. Yet, there is a simple solution in the shape of the XLMOTO motorcycle sunglasses collection. Here, you will find everything from simple shades to high-tech eyewear. If you want to know what features separate the various shapes and styles of biker sunglasses, read on.

UV light

Ultraviolet light is low-level radiation invisible to the naked eye and is present in sunlight. There are two types of UV light. These are UVA and UVB. The first is long-wavelength rays and the latter is short-wavelength rays. UVA and UVB both harm the eyes. The good news is, though, that a pair of motorcycle sunglasses will protect your eyes from both.

Impact protection

This feature is vital to all riders. Yet, impact protection is a high priority for anyone wearing an open-face helmet. Motorcycle glasses may be your only defence against airborne hazards like bugs or debris. In this case, a high-quality polycarbonate lens is essential. This material offers excellent optical clarity and high impact resistance.

Sunglasses for riding

When you need a pair of motorcycle sunglasses for riding, there are certain features to consider, such as the arms and frame. The arms should be slim enough to fit under a motorcycle helmet without causing discomfort from pressure points. For the frames, pay attention to the area around the nose. If this area is contoured and features rubber grips, this will lessen wind incursion.

Off-bike sunglasses

If you want to buy a pair of sunglasses for wearing when not riding, you can focus more on style. Here, the frame's shape, nose tips and impact resistance are not a priority. However, UV protection is still top of the list. So, ensure your choice of biker sunglasses has 100% UV or Level 3 protection.

Lens coatings

For motorcycle sunglasses, whether from the glare of the sun or a giant bug heading your way, protection is paramount. A good quality polycarbonate lens provides both but lens coatings are equally important. These coatings applied to the lens create a microscopic layer. They often offer scratch resistance, anti-fogging or water-repelling properties.

Wrap-around sunglasses

These biker sunglasses feature curved frames and lenses to follow the contours of the face. This design allows for a closer fit. It also offers improved wind resistance as the glasses closely follow the sides of the nose. Moreover, as these sunglasses wrap around the face, they may also provide better peripheral vision.

Straight lenses

Motorcycle sunglasses with straight frames are popular with riders who prefer a full-face or open-face helmet with a pull-down visor. In this case, the lack of wind protection around the nose area isn't an issue. Due to their design, they look stylish on and off the bike.

Category 3 lens

A Cat 3 lens offers high UV protection with good sun glare reduction. It has a general-purpose summer lens classification.

100% UV

When you see 100% UV in the product description, you can rest assured that the sunglasses will block out all the sun's harmful UVA and UVB rays. Alternatively, some manufacturers use the term UV400, which means the same thing.

Polarised lens

A polarised lens has a chemical treatment that filters specific wavelengths of UV light. This feature helps minimise reflective glare on wet road surfaces.

Whichever style or shape of motorcycle sunglasses you choose, rest assured that the XLMOTO range offers the best for style and safety.