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Motocross, adrenaline: How to get started with motocross

Motocross, equipment guide, tips for beginners | MEFO
#202 Jonáš Nedvěd
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22.09.2025
How to start motocross, what to buy

Motocross is a sport that is ridden on closed, exclusively designated tracks. Motocross tracks are full of jumps, turns, but also stones, mud and sand. Off-road motorcycle riders must be physically fit, keeping the motorcycle at high speed in the terrain is not easy. Motocross is primarily about speed and adrenaline.

No/safety, motocross is an adrenaline sport and there is a certain risk associated with it. Motorcycles are fast, the terrain is demanding, so it is common for riders to get injured in falls, even at lower speeds. It is therefore important for riders to wear appropriate protective equipment such as helmets, protectors, boots...

Motocross is a sport with risk, but with proper preparation, appropriate equipment and compliance with safety rules, the risk of injury can be minimized.

So let's discuss in more detail what we will need:
  • Helmet
A motorcycle helmet is perhaps the most important thing - it protects the head from impact. When falling, the helmet may crack on the surface, but if the so-called head remains intact, everything is fine. What should you look for when choosing a motocross helmet? A motocross helmet is without plexiglass, is well ventilated, is lightweight, made of quality materials and, most importantly, is homologated for motocross (currently, the highest homologation is marked 22-06). The right helmet must fit well, must not press, must not "bloom".
  • Glasses
A motocross helmet does not have eye protection, so motocross goggles are a must for motocross, which protect the eyes from mud, stones or dust. Seeing well is important. When choosing motocross goggles, do not forget about the availability of replacement lenses (plexiglass) or so-called ejectors.

  • Chest/back/spine protectors
A fall forward, a blow to the chest, a flying stone, a fall on your back - not only in these cases, the correctly selected protector reduces the consequences of an injury. Pay attention to the correct size, it must fit tightly, but must not restrict movement. The material is plastic and special foam, which hardens and protects upon impact. Back protectors must be properly homologated. Do not consider homologation to be useless, a homologated protector means that tougher tests have been carried out and the protector has passed.
  • Elbow/forearm/knee and shin protectors
These protectors primarily protect joints and bones in falls. Full-body protectors not only protect the chest, spine, but also the kidneys, shoulders and elbows. The protector's task is to minimize the consequences of a fall - injury. The knee protector also protects the shins, this protector smoothly transitions into motocross boots.
  • Motocross boots
Motocross boots are solid, hard, but that doesn't mean they have to be uncomfortable, we have to feel good in motocross boots, they shouldn't press. When it comes to motocross boots, make sure they have a solid sole, secure fastening and they must be particularly firm in the ankle area. Motocross boots protect the ankle in particular.
  • Gloves, pants and jersey
Motocross clothing is usually colourful, must be comfortable, but made of strong, durable, but breathable materials. This clothing protects against minor scratches.

Recommended procedure

  • Start with a helmet and boots - these are the most important parts.
  • Then goggles and knee/back/chest protectors - when these parts are well protected, it's a big step towards safety.
  • Try the equipment in the store - sizes, comfort


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