Anyone know what is "proper eyewear" in NYC?

SteelHorseCowboyNYC · 08-11-2008, 12:16 AM

Greetings:

I recently got pulled over and given a ticket in NYC for not wearing the "proper eyewear" while riding my motorcycle. I was wearing my Oakley "A Wire" sunglasses which I've been wearing for the past 2 years. I was wearing my DOT approved half-helmet (no face shield). When I told the cop I had never heard of that he told me that I either need to wear goggles or have a face shield on my helmet.

Does anyone know what the exact law is for eyewear in NYC? Can I fight this or should I just pay the $30? The thing is I don't want a face shield and I'm not fond of goggles. I recently bought a pair of Oakley "Flak Jacket" sunglasses which are great when I ride. Am I going to have to be afraid I'm going to get a ticket everytime I see a cop now?

If any here know the actual law, I'd really appreciate your help.

Thanks.
Eric

atolleter · 08-11-2008, 10:42 AM

http://www.nysgtsc.state.ny.us/mcyc-ndx.htm#eyewear

Says needs to be approved by the commissioner, whatever that means. I wear a $5 pair of glasses I got on the sidewalk in NYC too.

SteelHorseCowboyNYC · 09-01-2008, 05:26 PM

Thanks. Oh, and just to update you, the damn ticket was actually $80! You need a freakin' PHD to figure out these NYC tickets.

Eric

Speedzter2000 · 09-04-2008, 10:58 PM

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Originally Posted by SteelHorseCowboyNYC

Thanks. Oh, and just to update you, the damn ticket was actually $80! You need a freakin' PHD to figure out these NYC tickets.

Eric

FYI...You can't fight City Hall. I got a ticket for a car and the cop said I had no inspection. I did, but it fell off (temp one) and of course, I couldn't find it with him breathing down my neck the whole time. I decided to fight it, and the judge said since it wasn't on there when he pulled me over...well, $90 later, I should have just paid the dang fine and not wasted my time.
NYC is tough, and you'll have a HARD time winning. Ask anyone.
As far as the glasses, they have to be DOT approved. Just do what everyone else does; have the goggles on top of your helmet, and when he pulls you over, pull 'em down.
Good luck!

08-11-2008, 12:16 AM	#1
SteelHorseCowboyNYC Newbie Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 3	Anyone know what is "proper eyewear" in NYC? Greetings: I recently got pulled over and given a ticket in NYC for not wearing the "proper eyewear" while riding my motorcycle. I was wearing my Oakley "A Wire" sunglasses which I've been wearing for the past 2 years. I was wearing my DOT approved half-helmet (no face shield). When I told the cop I had never heard of that he told me that I either need to wear goggles or have a face shield on my helmet. Does anyone know what the exact law is for eyewear in NYC? Can I fight this or should I just pay the $30? The thing is I don't want a face shield and I'm not fond of goggles. I recently bought a pair of Oakley "Flak Jacket" sunglasses which are great when I ride. Am I going to have to be afraid I'm going to get a ticket everytime I see a cop now? If any here know the actual law, I'd really appreciate your help. Thanks. Eric

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08-11-2008, 10:42 AM	#2
atolleter Master At Arms Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Westchester County, NY Posts: 128	http://www.nysgtsc.state.ny.us/mcyc-ndx.htm#eyewear Says needs to be approved by the commissioner, whatever that means. I wear a $5 pair of glasses I got on the sidewalk in NYC too.

09-01-2008, 05:26 PM	#3
SteelHorseCowboyNYC Newbie Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 3	Thanks. Oh, and just to update you, the damn ticket was actually $80! You need a freakin' PHD to figure out these NYC tickets. Eric