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What's this fahrenheit thing you speak of?     


I've been riding when it was above 8-9 degrees celsius outside. It was not too bad provided you stay away from the more chilly waterfront areas.

Quote from: Wrecent_Wryder on March 17, 2006, 02:40:59 PM

Quote from: scratch on March 17, 2006, 10:32:09 AM

So did Roadstergal.  She used Suzuki DL650 V-strom handguards with little modofication.  Mine are the Acerbis MX handguards that I see are no longer on Acerbis' website, but that doesn't mean you can't get any from the vendors.  I'm seriously considering buying a pair of the DL650 handguards.

For those of us who haven't a clue, why? What would make you want to upgrade, if that's what it is?

Two reasons, to try something different and in hopes that it will give better coverage; the ones I have are small.

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So I ride when it gets into the 30's and 40's.  Tonight was one of those nights.  It was 32* f (0 celsius).  It wasn't too bad with the leather jacket on, but I have a gripe/warning.  Those of us that ride when it's colder outside need to be even more careful of cages.  For some reason, it seems that the cold weather flips a switch in the heads of cagers making them think that they don't have to look for bikes.  I rode Wednesday night, and tonight (Friday).  On Wednesday, I had a car roll through a stop sign right in front of me.  I had the right of way (no stop sign).  For some reason, as this car was pulling up to the sign, I just new it was going to run it, so I covered my clutch and brake.  Sure enough, he crossed just as I was coming up on the intersection. I had to lock the rear brake to evade, and came close enough to kick the back of this idiots car even after HARD braking.  I was pissed.  Not only was he not paying attention, he didn't even come close to stopping. 

Tonight, I had two close calls.  They both saw me at the last second and came to abrupt halts just before blocking my path (pulled about halfway onto the road).  I still had plenty of room, but both times were enough to make my butthole pucker 

I know it should go without saying, but I'll say it anyway...cold weather riders BEWARE, and be careful! 
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Im young and stupid.. Im a year round rider here in NY

If for any reason i feel I have to ride then I ride whatever but given the choice or riding for pleasure then its a matter of ice on the roads.

Our larger roads are well salted which is great for traction and unspeakable for corrosion. Generally my cut off point is around freezing point, 32 Fahrenheit and or 0 Centigrade, Celcius, whatever. In recent weeks I have dug out the L-Js, overtrousers, my old Seafarer's wollen sweaters, neck tube and Balaclava and woolen gloves to wear inside my leather bike gloves. A big screen is good for the hands but nothing seems to keep my finger ends warm. The weather forecaster says staying cold, Monday 20th is first day of spring .... (alledgedly) .....Pah!

My GS is much more comfortable than my Yamaha cruiser in winter, that "hands-up" position is great in the warm but this weather it cuts right into hands and chest, possibly an arse-up-head-down sports bike might be even better ?

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Hey Daneilah and Bargovic -- Get a Fog City Pro Shield like Scratch says.  I agree it's the best way to avoid fogging.  Beats the heck out of riding with the visor partially open, especially when really cold, let me tell you.

Should you get one, favour positioning the shield on the upper part of the visor.  Centering the shield in the visor sounds like the right idea, but it all depends where your eyes are.  Agree with the instructions -- tape it in place first.  But they don't tell you to test it out first -- my mistake.

But no problem with fogging, no matter how cold.

I hope nobody will be too terribly upset with me for reviving this truly *ancient* thread but...

Since the cold is certainly upon me here in PA I have been wondering exactly what the title of this topic says... I used the all-knowing search box and found this! This thread is so old I thought we could add to it with the newer people that are on the board now's opinions? 

As long as there hasn't been any rain/snow for a few days and none (supposedly) on the way, I will bundle up and ride short distances (to work, the store, look at Christmas lights, etc). Yesterday and today it was in the mid 20's for my rides to and from work. Tonight when I leave at midnight, they are calling for 18 I think. I have had no problems (so far) starting my '98 E in these temperatures! 

I love trying out different cold-weather gear and different combos of layers... plus I just plain love to ride.   

I constantly keep in mind that cars don't tend to look as hard for bikes when it is cold and I also keep on EXTRA alert for gravel or any shiny spots on the road.

What is everybody's cold-riding thoughts? And again, I apologize for digging up this dinosaur-thread... but it is exactly what I was looking for. This forum has everything!

I have an old set of original Hippo Hands.  Under 20 degrees f and under 10 miles is fine.  Over 20 miles and it's got to be in the 40ies.

But I'm sure a happier rider when it reaches 60 degrees f.

I've ridden year around here in NE Ohio for the past 30 years in temps down to 20F except I did keep it above above 32F the last 2 years after I was past 80 yo.  Last winter was particularly cold and snowy and I didn't get out for 3 months, the longest I've gone without riding since I started 30 years ago.  I've only taken 2 weeks off for broken bones in the past.  All good things come to an end, I won't ride this winter and am not sure I'll start again next spring.

It was not until today that I googled Hippo Hands and saw what they were! THOSE are awesome! I wear a pair of those cheap fuzzy gloves you find at the Dollar Store underneath my hard-knuckle leather gloves and my fingertips still get chilly by the time I get to work.

I swear by the Freeze-Out base layers I got for Christmas last year... from Cycle Gear magazine 

gsJack oh no! Did I read that last sentence correctly?? 

anything lower then 70 degrees of course.... 

My Burgman gas full frontal protection, and a harness for my electric vest and pant liners, but I still haven't found the time in the last couple of years to ride at any temp below 50°, now my WR is a different story, it has been ridden in the snow.

From S-FL, where the temps are never below the 50's, I'd say I was freezing on my bike when it got down to 46; lol   

Agreed! in South Florida I stop riding when it gets to 50 haha

I can tough out some pretty cold stuff, down in the 30's I cut it off though.

My winter Cut-off point is when the liquid brine gets applied to the bridges. My toys absolutely do not get salted.
Once spring time comes I wait for a couple good rain showers to wash salt off the road before the bike comes out.

The issue becomes frost and ice below 5C during mid day or even 10C from dusk till dawn.

Recreational vehicles are supposed to be fun? If cold is fun to you than I say Party On Wayne!! 

This time of the year I glance into the garage and make sure all of the Battery Tenders have a green led showing 

It's 27 degrees and sunny in Collumbus, Ohio! Headin out for a ride right now!




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