Protective Eye Gear - DOT!?
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- Melody
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Protective Eye Gear - DOT!?
So...I just put a down payment on a Cream 2006 125cc Buddy that I have decided to name 'Kevin' (does anyone else have a name for theirs?). I unfortunatley can not pick up my new pal until next Tuesday and find myself pineing over it.
Anyway, as a scooter virgin I am trying to find "cool and hip" alternatives to ugly googles. Does anyone have suggestions on googles that are not so blah?
Help would be appreciated. I also welcome any pointers you may have for a new scooter owner.
Anyway, as a scooter virgin I am trying to find "cool and hip" alternatives to ugly googles. Does anyone have suggestions on googles that are not so blah?
Help would be appreciated. I also welcome any pointers you may have for a new scooter owner.
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Well, helmets with eye protection built in are a good way to go, but there are a wealth of goggles out there that are pretty darned cool looking...
Can't say that I know whether or not any of them are DOT-approved, though.
Lots of neat ones here:
http://www.classicpartsltd.com/classicm ... oggles.htm
Can't say that I know whether or not any of them are DOT-approved, though.
Lots of neat ones here:
http://www.classicpartsltd.com/classicm ... oggles.htm
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- Melody
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Opps - DOT sunglasses?
Great -- I like those a lot!!
I mean to put DOT approved sunglasses. Do you reccommend clear or tinted lenses??
I mean to put DOT approved sunglasses. Do you reccommend clear or tinted lenses??
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We have sold quite a few of these to scooterist, fun helmet comes witth a dark and clear shield, priced at $114
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Re: Protective Eye Gear - DOT!?
My husband's name is Kevin and he has the Cream BuddyMelody wrote:So...I just put a down payment on a Cream 2006 125cc Buddy that I have decided to name 'Kevin' (does anyone else have a name for theirs?). I unfortunatley can not pick up my new pal until next Tuesday and find myself pineing over it.
Anyway, as a scooter virgin I am trying to find "cool and hip" alternatives to ugly googles. Does anyone have suggestions on googles that are not so blah?
Help would be appreciated. I also welcome any pointers you may have for a new scooter owner.
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I love the look of the Dragon, which is a nice, lower-priced alternative to pricey Caberg and Roof "jet pilot" models. But since I'll need an XXL, I fear that it'll look like a giant dark orb hovering over my scoot.Dave R wrote:We have sold quite a few of these to scooterist, fun helmet comes witth a dark and clear shield, priced at $114
I've also heard that when riding with a windshield, a lot of air can get directed under the visor, which would obviously be kind of annoying.
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Goggles and hints
I have to agree wholeheartedly that a full face helmet is the way to go; use your own sunglasses. As far as virgin scooter advice, return to the Index and look at all the posts for "First Time Advice". That should help a lot. Have fun!
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We always recommend full coverage first for IMO obvious reasons !! But sometimes it is just a push to convince customers that there really is a good argument for wearing a helmet, besides it being the law !
Sorry to stray from the fact that Melody picked up "Kevin" today !! thank you...I hope you found the helmet/eye wear solution !
Sorry to stray from the fact that Melody picked up "Kevin" today !! thank you...I hope you found the helmet/eye wear solution !
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Hi Melody, it's Gabe. Thanks again for picking up your buddy. Hope you're out there having fun and hope your sister is coping.
Anyway, on the subject of eye protection, you are actually the first of my almost 100 scooter customers that has left here without it. Makes me nervous. Please get something soon. Not to sound like a profiteer or anything, but consider coming in here, buying my cheapest crapiest dot-certified goggles and wearing them until you find something cooler. They run about $12 which is way cheaper than an eye.
OK. I'm done. I know i'm not your dad, or a small cricket that has been appointed 'your concience' by a passing fairy so be safe and have fun out there.
Anyway, on the subject of eye protection, you are actually the first of my almost 100 scooter customers that has left here without it. Makes me nervous. Please get something soon. Not to sound like a profiteer or anything, but consider coming in here, buying my cheapest crapiest dot-certified goggles and wearing them until you find something cooler. They run about $12 which is way cheaper than an eye.
OK. I'm done. I know i'm not your dad, or a small cricket that has been appointed 'your concience' by a passing fairy so be safe and have fun out there.
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I'm okay! No riding yet :(
Okay peeps. Stop worrying about my eyes!!! I still have them. Yes, novice here -- but not a complete moron
Kev the scoot is parked, and he will stay parked until I get my motorcycle permit -- SO...I had some time to buy some. IN FACT! I ordered a pair online today Once that I like and will cover my precious eyes.
Thanks for the pointers/concern.
Kev the scoot is parked, and he will stay parked until I get my motorcycle permit -- SO...I had some time to buy some. IN FACT! I ordered a pair online today Once that I like and will cover my precious eyes.
Thanks for the pointers/concern.
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