How to wear goggles with a motorcycle helmet? | Guide + Tips + Suitable equipment
Do you wear glasses and struggle to put them on with your motorcycle helmet? Here's a simple and effective guide
Wearing glasses with a motorcycle helmet can quickly turn into an ordeal: bent arms, pain in the temples, fogging from the first few kilometers... Fortunately, there are simple techniques and suitable equipment to make your journeys comfortable and safe .
In this guide, we explain:
- How to put your glasses in a motorcycle helmet without damaging them
- Which helmets should you choose if you wear glasses?
- What anti-fog tips should you adopt?
- And which OTG motorcycle masks are really compatible (with a tested selection ✅)
How to wear goggles with a motorcycle helmet? Simple steps
1. Choose a goggle-compatible helmet
Look for helmets with the words “eyeglass compatible” or “side grooves” .
These models incorporate channels in the foam at the temples to insert the branches without pressure .
👉 Tip: Modular or open-face helmets are often more comfortable for glasses wearers.
2. Put on the helmet first, then the goggles
Always in this order:
✅ Helmet first
✅ Then the glasses, inserting them gently from the sides .
👉 Push them with your index fingers while holding the helmet with your thumbs to avoid friction.
3. Adjust without forcing
Thin or flexible temples fit better. Avoid “forcing” or twisting the glasses:
- If it blocks, it is because the helmet is too narrow or not suitable.
- A good helmet should allow the glasses to pass through without pain after 10-15 minutes of wearing.
Anti-fog tips for under-helmet goggles
Fogging is the number one nightmare for eyeglass wearers. Here are 3 solutions that work:
- Anti-fog spray for glasses
- Pinlock screen for your helmet (double anti-condensation glazing)
- Good ventilation : open the lower vents or leave a mini-window on the visor
What types of helmets are best suited for glasses wearers?
| Helmet type | Glasses compatibility | Benefits | Disadvantages |
|---|---|---|---|
| Modular helmet | ✅✅✅ | Easy to put on, very airy, comfortable | Heavier, louder |
| Jet helmet | ✅✅ | Super comfortable, ideal for the city | Less protection |
| Full face helmet | ✅ if OTG compatible | Better security | Can squeeze temples if chosen incorrectly |
👉 The most important thing : that the helmet has side channels for glasses and adaptable foam .
What if you wear a motorcycle mask? Choose an OTG model
If you use a mask (cross, urban or vintage), opt for an OTG (Over The Glasses) model. Here are 3 tested and validated references, from our collection: