Arming yourself with all the motocross gear you need to go racing can be expensive, we've listed it all from top to toe and offer a few tips to help you decide what to spend your hard earned money on.

Helmets
The most important bit of motocross gear you'll ever own is a helmet. Don't even think about buying a second hand one, you'll have no idea what's been done to it, even if it looks like it's in good nick. Regardless of what sport you're in, your head is the most precious part of your body, and the helmet is what you need to invest heavily in. You’ve only got one head – look after it!!! The Fox V3 is light, ACU Gold Stamped for racing, and looks pretty cool too. For kids, the Fox Racing V1 is the best seller.

Helmet Cameras
The are not a must for motocross, but great for showing your mates the action at the end of a hard days riding – or stick your footage on Youtube / Facebook. The latest top of the range cameras from Actioncams.co.uk are the VholdR Countour 1080p and the Go Pro Helmet Hero Wide HD.

Goggles
Next up on the list is a good pair of goggles. Apart from obviously protecting your eyes, they're also pretty important to see exactly where you're going! There's plenty of quality goggle brands out there so it's pretty much a personal preference. Full Goggle Range is HERE.
Tearoffs are used to clear the vision of the lens.

Neck Protection
Neck braces and collars are fairly new addition to the motocross protection line up, but have found to be a welcome addition for riders of all standards. The basic neck collar provides the basic protection. Leatt at present appear to have the market in the neck brace, with the Adventure being the best seller.

Boots
Boots are one of the most expensive bits of motocross gear you'll have to buy but they're also important for protection. The Fox Comp 5 Boot is currently the best selling boots here at MX1 – ‘a good all round performance boot’.

Elbow Guards
I think just about anyone who has thrown their leg over a dirt bike will know the feeling of removing the skin from their elbows. Elbow guards are just the thing to stop that from happening. We recommend a pair of Fox Titan Pro or Fox Titan Sport elbow guards.

Knee Guards
Your list of motocross gear should include a pair of knee guards, which fit down the front of your boots. They range from basic padded plastic shells all the way up to custom fitted, kevlar composite knee braces. The cheaper knee guards really only offer impact protection (regardless of what the manufacturers would like you to believe) but the more expensive guards do offer some protection against your knee being turned and twisted in ways it shouldn't, obviously the more expensive knee braces are the preferred option here if you need the most protection for your knees. Top sellers are the Fox Titan Knee guards, and the Fox Pod Knee Brace

Kidney Belt and Body Armour
A kidney belt isn't a ‘must have’ bit of motocross gear but they do save your back and kidneys from a lot of the impact and jarring that you receive when you're belting around a rough motocross track for a few hours.
Some body armour suits incorporate a kidney belt, chest protector and shoulder pads – usually in the ‘pressure suit’ format, and is usually worn under the jersey. These types of armour are usually worn under your jersey and are made from padded material. The other type of body armour is a Roost Deflector which can be worn inside/outside of your jersey is commonly made from a hard plastic and usually has bicep and shoulder protectors attached also. This is the more popular choice for competitive riders. The Fox Raceframe is a popular choice.

Riding Pants/Jersey/Gloves
Race riding gear is probably one of the least important items on your motocross gear list as far as functionality and protection goes but it's the definitely the most important if you're out there on the track desperately pretending to look like you know what you're doing (‘all the gear & no idea’). Shift Racing do a budget range called the ‘Assault’ range up to the premium Fox Racing ‘Platinum’ Range. MX1 has the race kit to match all budgets. Sizing information is available on all or product range pages. Pants are ‘cropped’ ¾ length as they need to fit down the front of your boots. Jerseys are usually oversize fit as the need to fit elbow guards, kidney belts and body armour underneath – usually customer will go one size up when ordering race jerseys to their usual size. Motocross gloves are usually short cuff gloves as they give the least restriction on movement. Gloves should be tight when purchased, as they do stretch with use.

Getting yourself a complete set of motocross gear can be a gradual process, not everyone has the cash to get it all at once but there are certain bits that are more important than others. Don’t forget to join up to our mailing list HERE & tell your mates about the MX1 Buyers Guide HERE

If you require any further advice on buying please contact us HERE