Riding glasses
Road Warrior
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 1,324
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From: Dutchess County, NY
Another vote for Wiley X.
I bought a pair of their transition glasses around 2007. I didn't think they got dark enough and contacted Wiley X. They sent me a regular set of polarized lenses, no charge, and they worked very well.
Then last year i contacted them because one the lenses, in my 13 year old glasses, had a bad wear spot from the earpiece rubbing the lens, when closed, and I wanted to ask about buying a set of replacement lenses. They instructed me to send the glasses back for inspection. About a week later I had a brand new set of Wiley X polarized glasses.
They stand behind their stuff 110%.
I bought a pair of their transition glasses around 2007. I didn't think they got dark enough and contacted Wiley X. They sent me a regular set of polarized lenses, no charge, and they worked very well.
Then last year i contacted them because one the lenses, in my 13 year old glasses, had a bad wear spot from the earpiece rubbing the lens, when closed, and I wanted to ask about buying a set of replacement lenses. They instructed me to send the glasses back for inspection. About a week later I had a brand new set of Wiley X polarized glasses.
They stand behind their stuff 110%.
Intermediate
Joined: Jul 2021
Posts: 44
Likes: 32
From: PA
Any glasses, like this photo, that have foam or rubber composite that will seal the glasses to your face. Currently wearing a pair of 7 Eye photochromatic They have to properly fit, however. Next time you are at your Harley dealer, ask to try a bunch of different styles and brands. Either buy a pair there or, remember the brand and style and order them online.
Cruiser
Joined: Oct 2017
Posts: 173
Likes: 83
From: Pennsylvania
I purchased a pair of HD Jumbos which are made by Wiley X. However, there's a bit of a gap between my cheek bones and the foam facial cavity seal which allows air to come up through the frames and dry out my eyes. Also, being a size xl they were curiously made for someone with a pointier face and narrow nasal bone. It sits more on top of the bridge of my nose than around it. They were my first pair of motorcycle glasses, so I thought they'd be fine because the temple size was correct. Ideally, you should try the glasses on first and make sure they fit your temples, the shape of your face, sit around your nose and the foam seals to your cheeks and forehead.
Grand HDF Member
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 3,601
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From: Florida's gorgeous East coast
I wear prescription glasses 100 % of my waking hours. I've been riding motorcycles for right at 50 years. About 3 years ago I FINALLY decided to "live a little" and get some properly designed, purpose built "Riding glasses". I went with Wiley Rx and find them to be just ideal. I rarely use the foam insert as it causes fogging in hot weather, off the interstate riding around town. My eyes are still protected from drying out without the foam, even on an all day Interstate run. Try the various models, and get the ones that fit your face best. You won't be sorry.
Club Member
Joined: Apr 2016
Posts: 11,593
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From: Inland NW
I have a couple pairs of the Wiley-X and the ones Cap posted, they all work well.
I picked up a pair of the HD branded glasses at a dealer in Illinois when I dropped and scratched my Wiley X. The HD pair did not have the "gaskets" and seemed to wobble more with the buffeting from my Street Glide.
I picked up a pair of the HD branded glasses at a dealer in Illinois when I dropped and scratched my Wiley X. The HD pair did not have the "gaskets" and seemed to wobble more with the buffeting from my Street Glide.
Grand HDF Member
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 4,556
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From: Albuquerque, NM
I bought a pair of these from a forum member: https://www.harley-davidson.com/us/e...s/p/98681-14VM Made by Wiley X. You can probably find them cheaper without the Harley Davidson branding. They really work well. Way better than the crappy cheap sunglasses that I'd used for the previous 35 years.
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Club Member
Joined: Oct 2016
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From: Syracuse NY
I have ones like Cap77 & Soldierbot recommended. Mine are the Liberty brand with prescription lenses. Your optician can get lenses ground for any frames.
My daily day time glasses are Oakley sunglasses, with their prescription lenses. Great optical quality from Oakley. My local store has an in-house optician.
My daily day time glasses are Oakley sunglasses, with their prescription lenses. Great optical quality from Oakley. My local store has an in-house optician.
