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You needn’t own a straight-piped, silencer-free monster to make the most of motorcycle earplugs. Simply cruising down the road at speed is enough to channel loud and distracting wind noise and engine noise through your helmet. The answer to these problems is, of course, the best motorcycle ear plugs. The question, though, is which ones are right for you? Well listen up, because we’re about to expand on the brands, materials, designs, legality, safety benefits and plenty more.

Diverting Decibles

Hearing damage isn’t some roll-of-the-dice possibility. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), noises from motorcycles hover between 80 and 110 A-weighted decibels (dBA); emergency sires clock in at 110 to 129 dBA for perspective. As these decibels rise, so does the likelihood of experiencing hearing loss later on down the road — literally and figuratively. It’s no surprise that the best earplugs to wear on a motorcycle are a hot commodity among riders who value their health in the long run. That being the case, what ear plugs will you wear on a motorcycle? Gear like this continues to push boundaries and even basic motorcycle ear plugs you’ll find on this page are anything but.

Benefits of Best Earplugs for Motorcycle Riders

As with most things in the two-wheel world, you’ll get what you pay for. For earplugs, that ranges from a few bucks to quite a few more. We’ll start with basic polyurethane foam, which gets the job done and is easy to use. Roll ‘em up, insert into ear and you’re off to the races. Most designs are made to keep dirt and grime from getting embedded in the earplugs, which will help prolong lifespan. You’ll also receive more than one set when ordering basic foam ear plugs so be sure to keep some handy in multiple locations. When moving up to that higher price point, you're scoring products made with thermoplastic elastomer (TPE), zirconium oxide ceramic filters and other higher-tech designs. It’s important to realize these aren't one-and-done plugs that usually end up getting lost anyway. These items are reusable, washable and come with a carrying case that’ll become part of your riding gear kit.

Precision filters, which address wind noise specifically, will still let you hear the world around you; that means Bluetooth speakers in your lid, car horns and other verbal cues. Use them when you ride or use ‘em on an airplane — the pressure regulation features work just the same! Pinlock earplugs are another popular choice among motorcyclists. You’ll be able to filter wind and engine noise up to 24 decibels while still being able to hear other important sounds that make for safer riding. What’s more, offerings from leading brands will come in two sizes to ensure fitment and can be used with intercoms so you’ll still enjoy a modernized ride.

‘Activity-Specific’ Solutions

It doesn’t matter if you own a fully enclosed sport bike helmet, a wide-open dirt style lid or meet in the middle with the ever-convenient modular type. Fact is, all riders will benefit from wearing motorcycle earplugs and filtering out unwanted noise. Some concerns do start to crop up when riders wonder about what gets filtered out and we think this is why we hear about the legality of earplugs. According to recent news reports, the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) has found only three states with laws that ban, limit or curtail usage. They are California, Maryland and Ohio, the latter of which saw an update OK’d by lawmakers in 2020. The other two make an exception to allow basic styles that won’t prevent the wearer from hearing emergency vehicle sirens. This being the case, we suggest that readers living in those states do their homework before purchase.

To bring things back to the NIH and its simple suggestions for preventing hearing damage: “Wear earplugs or other protective devices when involved in a loud activity,” adding that “activity-specific earplugs” are a worthy purchase. We couldn’t agree more, so check out the best motorcycle ear plugs on this page and do your hearing a huge favor. While you’re looking into safety gear, check out our assortment of Hi-Viz neon and reflective apparel, too.