Complete Riding Gear Checklist for New Electric Dirt Bike Owners

Buying your first electric dirt bike is the right time to sort protective gear, because riding without it — even at low speed on private land — is how minor offs become injuries. Here's a clear checklist, in priority order.

Essential From Day One

• A properly fitted full-face motocross helmet, certified to ECE 22.06 or AS/NZS 1698 — see our Full-Face MX & E-Moto Helmets range.
• Off-road goggles to protect your eyes from dust, branches and roost — browse Gloves & Off-Road Goggles.
• Motocross or enduro boots with ankle and shin protection — a sturdy closed shoe is not enough on a dirt bike. See our boot buying guide and the Enduro & Motocross Boots range.
• Off-road gloves for grip and hand protection.

Strongly Recommended

• A back protector or a chest protector with integrated back protection — see our body armour guide.
• Knee guards or knee braces.
• A roost deflector if you'll be riding near other people.

Worth Adding

• Elbow guards.
• A neck brace if you're riding harder or plan to race.
• A hydration pack for longer rides — see Hydration Packs for Dirt Bike Riding.

For Young Riders

Everything above applies, in youth-specific sizing — never an oversized adult helmet or armour "to grow into," since fit is what makes protective gear work. Our Riding Gear & Protection range covers youth sizing across every category.

Buying It With the Bike

Any gear item bought in the same cart as a bike gets an automatic 5% discount at checkout — a sensible time to kit out properly. Browse the full Riding Gear & Protection range.