I work at Cycle Gear, here’s what you need to ride in the cold (~30°) 1: Balaclava/neck warmer 2: long sleeve, thermal (base layer) under a leather jacket 3: long johns/leggings under your pants 4: thicc socks in your riding boots 5: water proof/ winter gloves With this combo I can ride to work in ~30°, my bike is air cooled so she loves the cold weather :))
@bobwalsh3751
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks bro! Whereabouts btw?
@DakarBlues
2 жыл бұрын
At some point you might need heated liner and gloves, otherwise you might need to keep your rides short.
@lombebwalya1265
Жыл бұрын
-40(Celsius) in Alberta, got any more tips?
@killerwowmaster
11 ай бұрын
@@lombebwalya1265 I honestly can't imagine any combination of gear, heated or not, that could ensure that you're safe and relatively warm while riding at a temperature that low. That's almost -60f with wind chill on a bike, that's almost instant frostbite temperatures.
@Chaals
9 ай бұрын
Just add more layers. Also wind protection for hands, grip heaters. You could also invest in heated gear if you're really committed to riding in those cold temps.
@scorpion-ninja8228
2 жыл бұрын
I live in Michigan so believe me when I say that wearing a Rain jacket & pants over your moto gear Dramatically cuts down the wind chill factor! Just make sure its oversized enuff so when worn over your moto gear, nothing feels TIGHT, etc! Nice roomy fit!
@kimnewling5728
2 жыл бұрын
That does work. Hello from Wisconsin
@michaelconran5252
2 жыл бұрын
I wear electric gear. Worth the money to me. Along with wind protection, you are actually really warm.
@treehouseconstituents6402
2 жыл бұрын
I also grew up in Michigan, now I'm in Northern Utah and the current temp is 12, I just got back from gassing up the bike for a ride tomorrow. I ride all year and I wear what I got. Only thing is hands. I prefer when I ride to not wear gloves however this is an impossibility in this state. It regularly reaches -15 in my location. All I need is a new back tire and I'm good to go
@0fVolfAndMan
2 жыл бұрын
I was told by someone up north to do the same thing and I couldn't believe how well it worked!
@kimnewling5728
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah no riding in Wisconsin until maybe April. And then hit and miss. 3 years ago we had a snowstorm that gave us 22 inches of snow. We never know.
@johncaswell2648
2 жыл бұрын
I commute year round on my motorcycle in the Denver area. Basically, if there's no ice or snow on the roads, I'll ride. I've ridden in -20F up to 100+. For cold weather, I have a few mods for both gear and bike that I wouldn't want to do without. For the bike, heated grips and good tires are an absolute must-have. If it's below freezing, I prefer my Sprint because the full fairing gives me a nice protective bubble of air from head to toe, my feet definitely feel the breeze on my V-Strom. For gear, starting with the helmet: pinlock, chin curtain (make sure it's solid fabric and not mesh if you can get it), and breath guard, keeps the cold air out and lets me keep the helmet sealed up tight without fogging. I use my normal 3-season (not mesh) jacket and pants, and I actually remove the thermal liner in favor of heated vest and pant liners, but I will put the waterproof liner in as a windbreak if it's below 0F, or if I don't have it I throw my rain gear which I always carry in my panniers. Last trick I have is that they make special gloves for use with heated grips, I can't find my FirstGear TPG's anymore, but the Scorpion Tempest is what I'd replace them with if I had to. No insulation on the palm, so the heat gets into your hands and they do have insulation on the tops to keep the heat in.
@landonfolken03
2 жыл бұрын
A big thing to add to this and it comes from my backpacking: try and avoid cotton if possible! If you can get wool for base layers or neck wraps etc do it. Still stays warm even if it gets wet and wet and cold together are the worst!
@johncaswell2648
2 жыл бұрын
@@landonfolken03 absolutely, but as I always have my rain suit, gloves, and boot covers with me, it's less important for my specific kit.
@killercheif117
2 жыл бұрын
Bet you are not riding today haha. I am in Denver too. A Lot of snow out there lol. Agreed on the heated grips. They are a must.
@benn1181
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks king 👑
@blakeandre9819
2 жыл бұрын
I live near the Denver area too, I also just got my first bike about 2 weeks ago. That wind chill chart they give you when you take your class is no joke! Two hoodies and a riding jacket later, I was still freezing when I took the bike out last weekend.
@sisux1620
2 жыл бұрын
It's usually like 10°F in Finland in the winter. So, if I ride in the winter, I just get myself pair of winter tires, slap on 3 layers of clothing, get arm guards for the freezing wind and some Finnish Sisu to push through the 8 inches of snow. It takes some skill to not hit the approaching Toyota, but I think it's still a lot of fun to ride in the winter. I recommend.
@Jagshemasher
2 жыл бұрын
Respect !!!!
@skye1596
2 жыл бұрын
Torilla tavataan! But yeah, riding through the winter in Finland is really fun, just requires some practice, like all things. Instead of Bark Busters, I made myself a pair of Handlebar Muffs from excess neoprene that I had. And studs are almost a must for ice or hard packed snow. Personally, I have 50/50 ADV tires that I studded myself, works really well!
@bobwalsh3751
2 жыл бұрын
@@skye1596 ...how does one have "excess" neoprene?
@IamPinhead
Жыл бұрын
10 degrees Fahrenheit sounds balmy for Finland.
@elindenstein
2 жыл бұрын
I spent 10 years being a fair-weather rider in the PNW. Finally, in 2019 I got more serious about wanting to turn my riding season from 3 months per year to 12 months per year - what a marvelous difference. Spot-on with the neck gaiter, too - If my neck is warm, everything else is easy. It's a real joy and people think I'm nuts for riding all year, but it's a blast. I never use heated gear, but layers, heated grips and hand guards work great together.
@johnpokorski7024
2 жыл бұрын
Frogg Riggs!
@brucethetank
2 жыл бұрын
An electric vest and gauntlet leather gloves saved my new years day ride, remember when it was in the mid 20's?
@scarryomen1
2 жыл бұрын
heated snowmobile suit buddy of mine claims hands down best option but expensive, if you like a neck gaiter then you should try a scarf, tuck the ends in jacket behind the zipper.
@Aya_Brea1998
2 жыл бұрын
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@busabros2480
2 жыл бұрын
I just grew a beard. 😂
@landonfolken03
2 жыл бұрын
Remember....wool when you can. Stays warm even when it gets wet. Cotton is your enemy so wool or even synthetic when you can.
@WDGFE
2 жыл бұрын
FWIW, personal experience shows that if you apply duct tape to leather, there’s a possibility of ruining the finish when it’s pulled off.
@gnarthdarkanen7464
2 жыл бұрын
When shopping for leather dye, be sure to pick up a bottle of finish as well as the "pre-treatment"... Then your leather-crafting hobby can be tapped to maintain the gear you've dinged up a little with duck tape... Linseed oil added to your regular Neatsfoot also adds to durability, though it can "darken" leather a bit when applied... It'll eventually act a little stiffer, too, BUT this isn't to be worried about much... Linseed polymerizes over time, adding both to the darkening effect, but turning into a sort of rubber material that binds the fibers of the leather together in a "composite material" not unlike fiberglass for durability... The Neatsfoot oil is still useful as it thins the linseed stuff to add flexibility and suppleness... I'd recommend starting after a year of wear on your leathers, to let them "break in" to YOU before you go with additives that might inhibit or even prevent the "break in" process all together. After 20 years, my trenchcoat is EXCELLENT at stopping wind and rain and sleet and snow... allowing me the space to layer up and trudge through HORRIBLE winter weather while everyone else shivers and struggles... I've never been particularly kind to the poor thing, and it gets a saddle-soap cleaning and re-oiling ONCE a year... need it or not... ;o)
@canrule08
2 жыл бұрын
I ride in winter, just not in snow :) Another point to consider: keep the ride short (to avoid becoming colder)
@godoftenors
2 жыл бұрын
Nothing wrong with stopping every half hour at a gas station for 5-10 minutes.
@Aya_Brea1998
2 жыл бұрын
watch more yammie noob! watch more yammie noob! watch more yammie noob! watch more yammie noob! watch more yammie noob!
@Prich319
Жыл бұрын
Living in New England, and being an all year rider, I've dealt with my fair of miserable riding conditions, including a blizzard. My own experiences with black ice have been to ride through it slowly, take the patch as straight as the road will permit, and if you are able to go slowly enough, put your feet down to help steady the bike. If you're out riding and get caught in a snowstorm, stay within the tracks left by other vehicles. Finally, don't be afraid to get off the road or seek alternate routes if conditions get really bad, I've ridden home from work starting on the highway, only to get off and take a slower route because it started to sleet.
@Knautschfriese
2 жыл бұрын
1. Layers….wear many layers of clothing. This helps. 2. used Wintergear. There is a ton of used Highend Wintergear to buy, its good, and dirtcheap. U don’t have to get new clothing. 3. Wintergloves. I use my Wintergloves on my motorcycle, and my bicycle at 20-30 Fahrenheit.
@mitchellwittern1040
2 жыл бұрын
If you get a Latex or vinyl glove and wear it under your motorcycle gloves, it will stop all wind from getting to your hands. It works well to keep your hand more warm while riding in the winter. I don't like the thick motorcycle winter gloves because you have less hand sensitivity to the controls; so I will wear these layers in this order to keep my hand warm and still be able to feel the controls well: Winter Glove liner, latex glove over the liners, and last my motorcycle gloves. This three layer system will suprize you with how well it works.
@scarryomen1
2 жыл бұрын
I've done this back in Wisconsin on the slimy crude run. it works well.
@supersonicpigeon
2 жыл бұрын
This is the most goated trick for keeping your hands warm that not a lot of people know about. I also use latex gloves as a layer to go under ski gloves/mittens. It’s like a mini sauna for your hands
@paul5683
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, a vapor barrier like vinyl gloves makes a big difference. Another cheap vapor barrier is taking a strip of stretch film wrap from the kitchen, about 7 to 8 inches wide, fold the stretch wrap over the end of your foot on the outside of your socks. Go about half on top and half underneath your toes before sliding into your boots. You have to be careful and not tear the film when pushing your feet in.
@1wesleydb
Жыл бұрын
Layers help, just seen the price on snowmobile gloves. Looks like Layers for my gloves now too.
@awimpykidontheroadto5ksubs553
2 жыл бұрын
I hope you all stay safe and have an awesome year!
@DR4WZ
2 жыл бұрын
Barkbusters Blizzard Universal Handguards, heated grips, FXR heated gloves (only heated gloves I can find that actually heat AROUND the fingertips, not just the back of hand, and I have tried many). I guarantee you won't feel any cold down into the low 30s. After this, just good thin layering. Thin base layer, warm mid layer, windproof outer shell, thin silk compression style socks with a warm wool sock over. I can ride for hours with this setup.
@soldat2501
2 жыл бұрын
Cheap mod to help in Winter. Hand guards. They aren’t just for ADV bikes and off road protection, they’ll keep the wind off your hands and you won’t need $200 heated gloves, or custom heated grips. The clip on grip heaters take too long to warm up. I’ll be at work before they do. I got a pair of $50 hand guards and installed them in about 15 minutes. They make all the difference and I can remove them in summer in about the same time if I want to.
@aaronjohnson8713
2 жыл бұрын
I was given a pair of Heated Gloves and they work great. They heat on the outside of your hand and are insolated. I have tested them in 16 degree fahrenheit but my hands did start to feel the cold a bit but wasn't bad. I do recommend trying a pair.
@phant0
2 жыл бұрын
I ride any time it's above freezing temperature (and even below if the road is dry and there is no salt on the road). I layer it up depending on how cold it is. The layers are, in order of how cold it gets: 1- A thick sweater and neck warmer to wear underneath riding clothes. Alternately a thick turtleneck sweater works as well. Either will keep you comfortable down to 5-10 C; 2- Long Johns, keeps you comfy at 0-5 C; and if it gets really cold: 3- Rain covers for colder or longer highway rides. These will block the wind much better than any ghetto duct tape modification.
@Crittermoto
2 жыл бұрын
What’s with using Staci Wilk’s picture, @ridetofood, from her blog and using it as you’re thumbnail? Not cool ma dude.
@yeetithceetith
Жыл бұрын
Who cares?
@trekkintexan5160
Жыл бұрын
It's because yammie has no ethics or morals. He's a pos, that makes good videos
@yeetithceetith
Жыл бұрын
@@trekkintexan5160 lol ok
@andrewjensen6744
2 жыл бұрын
You should lean back instead of tucking for your power wheelies. Its a game changer
@Turbowagon
2 жыл бұрын
100% you have a more balanced pendulum when you offset the weight of the front end with your body. Took me a long time to learn this and wheelies got a lot more confidence inspiring when I started.
@Skipshift
2 жыл бұрын
Another cheap tip for your hands is to wear a pair of latex or nitrile gloves under your riding gloves. You keep good dexterity and gain a little wind and water protection.
@Jaqoum_The_Wizard_King
27 күн бұрын
A tip for those with armour independent of their jackets: wear your usual winter coat. Layers: warm jacket>armour>thick jumper/hoodie>long sleeve tshirt. You will be cozy. Also: 8:19 scarf. Wear a scarf. It trails in the wind and feels cool
@rpmfreak9150
2 жыл бұрын
I was on I -75 at 4am this morning heading to work, and I rode my VTX 1800 because I wanted to circulate the oil. I forgot that I had took my windshield off of it over the weekend, I didn't even think about it until I was running down I -75 south doing around 80mph. I was reminded why I use a windshield in the first place, but I wasn't even going to turn around and go back home to put it back on my bike. Well now I have to ride home in the freaking rain without it. Smdh
@CaptainCandycorn
2 жыл бұрын
Yo get home safe man
@GDLOTKIDOG
2 жыл бұрын
Leather vest over my riding jacket always keeps me way warms my core. Yes neck gator a go. An old school trick is crumbling up newspaper and stuffing you jacket with it. If you don’t have grip warmers then warm your hands on your engine block. Having Hand guards is always good. Iam alwasy warm and toasty when I ride in winter and at night.
@amerikanviking
10 ай бұрын
Texas Panhandle here. I have a heated baclava, some heated gloves, a heated hoodie (Milwaukee), a leather jacket, wool socks, leather boots, hwk riding pants (cheap outer layer that blocks wind), a pair of long johns, and a thermal shirt. I use a Scorpion Exo helmet with a wind scarf on it, cardo with jbl speakers, and a ghost xl camera. I ride year-round. I have no problems winter or summer. It isn't super expensive. I just picked the right gear over time. Edit: As far as mods go... I have tire pressure monitors, led pod lights (4 of them) for seeing the sides of the highway while I am riding at night (saves me from deer and other critters), underglows for visibility issues in towns (i.e. so you can see me), and a quad lock phone mount. Heated grips might be nice, maybe with some handlebar hand guards (wool golve like slip-ons). Might look into this as the heated gloves only last about 4 hours on a single charge and take forever to charge.
@TrigunV4S
2 жыл бұрын
Picked up heated jacket liner and leg liner to go along with my heated gloves they are by far the best purchase I’ve brought for cold weather riding especially if you plan on doing 35 min highway commutes! Paired with heated grips and bark busters can ride all day no problem! Hate having cold hands while riding! I got the Hotwire gear from cycle gear pretty happy with the purchase got them on sale during the summer last year! Worth every penny!!
@adamfields1362
2 жыл бұрын
Snowmobile gear! It's cheaper than motorcycle "cold" gear and works better. I bought snowmobile coveralls a couple years ago for like $200. If it's above 40° you'll be unzipping it at red lights and fanning cold air on your chest because your so hot! Like seriously sweating. You've been warned!
@HotPocketHentai
2 жыл бұрын
Born and raised in south Mississippi. I've seen snow once in my life, and I refuse to ride my bike below like 45 degrees. I just can't do it. If it drops below 60 I have to have like three layers on or I'll die
@rickstark1917
2 жыл бұрын
I’ve got another tip to keep your knuckles warm…. It’s those hand warmer packets that we use for snow skiing. I slip one on under my glove on the outer portion of my hand. They work pretty well. The heat actually moves throughout my glove.
@briancoleman2712
2 жыл бұрын
I do the same. Good one!
@motorcycleconnoisseur4936
2 жыл бұрын
A little power wheelie tip, you need to compress the front fork to get some rebound out of it. There are two ways to accomplish this. Either roll off the throttle and back on quickly while in your peak torque, or dab the rear brake. The rear brake technique is harder to time for sure. Generally I find I can get the front up by staying a little more rearward on the seat, roll off the throttle and back on quickly, and give the bars a little tug.
@rumbleweedbeats777
2 жыл бұрын
Great way to stay warm too 👍😁🤣
@animationcycles7109
2 жыл бұрын
I have tried a ton of stuff through the years. Honestly, ( all though there are some sizing issues) 'Freeze-out " WARM-R gear was the best bang for the inexpensive buck. Some days it would drop to 38-45 degrees, ( 70s) and just the jacket was all I had. Blocked the wind, and while "cool" never got "C-C-C-C-COLD". I'm actually pretty happy with the purchases. Thin/lightweight, keeps me pretty toasty, without looking like the Michelin man, all layered up.
@eflinneflinn
2 жыл бұрын
1. Hippo Hands, or as near as you can find now-a-days. 2. Any blanket becomes a lap-blanket if you put your mind do it. (Shaft-drive keeps the blanket out of the chain).
@oldmanjim2376
2 жыл бұрын
Basically the way I stay warm is layer up. I use things I already had, such as old Army Goretex jacket and pants as my top windproof layer. Fleece under my leather jacket, etc.
@Cokepope
2 жыл бұрын
I ride year round due to my job for anywhere from 10-15 hours a day. Its all about layers. Start thin and build your way up, if you start sweating it’s going to be a bad day. When it gets down below 20, you can keep everything warm but your feet unless you get some sort of heated socks
@CaptainCandycorn
2 жыл бұрын
You ride for 10-15 hours per DAY? My guy what job do you have I gotta know. I barely ride 10 hours per MONTH.
@Gismo3333
2 жыл бұрын
@@CaptainCandycorn -- You have a delivery job, and you work only 10 hours a month?
@joeroth3666
2 жыл бұрын
I use a fleece balaclava from head to chest. Wind proof gear and hoodie. Thermal inserts in my gloves and if necessary hot hands hand warmers and put them in my jacket.
@dickiejoe01
2 жыл бұрын
In an unexpected drop in temperature, or rain, and you have to keep going a large newspaper does an excellent job keeping you warm. Also the best winter gloves I have used are welding gloves.
@TravisTerrell
2 жыл бұрын
I've been riding down to about 35°F here in Arkansas. Winter jacket and pants make all the difference! And neck gaiter is good, but I have a THICK fleece neck tube that's shorter and fits perfectly between helmet and jacket. Designed for skiing. Recommended.
@whatsamatta6226
2 жыл бұрын
I moved to TN in early 2021, from PA. As you said, southern folk definitely don't know what to do when it comes to sub 50-60 degree weather. They also seem in denial as well. You'll go ride with em on a 50 degree day and they come back freezing, yet they're wearing jeans and a hoodie. I've not stopped riding through winter. PA kinda "battle-tested" you in the winter months as you stated. I also highly agree with the last point. Keep it slow. Avoid the freeways. Usually when I ride it's voluntary, even during the winter. On my lunch breaks I just putt around the city of Knoxville. Keeps the wind down and the taller buildings keep any wind from the sides of you. Of course the heated grips and winter riding gloves always help too; can't talk about them enough.
@joshuacurley417
2 жыл бұрын
I hear that! I have relatives in southern Texas and when they came up to visit in August and it was in the 30s °F (single digit °C) at night they near froze. I told them to try -40°F air temperature (pretty common up here this time of year). If you don't plug your truck in, it won't start, and you can get frostbite in minutes.
@ruckusfpv327
2 жыл бұрын
Klim makes a nice set of snowmobile gloves that have the thicker windproofing across the knuckles and a thinner palm. Combined with the heated grips my hands stay nice and toasty without losing feel in the grips.
@ZildjianMan30
2 жыл бұрын
Chainsaw pants with long John's really helps. According to some smart people who made a wind chill chart, 40°F (the warmest the chart gets) at 50mph is a windchill factor of 26°F. Idling in 1st gear will roughly make it 34°F. Freezing temperature at 50mph makes it 12°F. Yeouch! Frostbite times for the above will be around 30 minutes. That's for exposed skin, or even thin gloves.
@vondikka7143
2 жыл бұрын
Cold air is denser so if you check when cold, psi might read low. After riding for awhile the air inside the tires heats up and expands. Airing up when cold could lead to over pressurization so keep that in mind
@ZildjianMan30
2 жыл бұрын
When it's really cold I only get a 2-4 PSI increase with tire warming. Cold country asphalt stays cold! Sitting at a stop for just 1 minute and I'll lose 1-2 PSI. Below 32°F and I over-inflate by 2 PSI. No more for the reason you explain.
@MaxwellAerialPhotography
2 жыл бұрын
So really the lesson here is check your tire pressure often and adjust as necessary, up or down.
@tridentyyz1031
2 жыл бұрын
Just two things from someone north of you. 1) you know how in the summer it rains, and you put your rain gear on and 1/2 an hour later you're thinking, man is this ever hot, I wish this gear could breathe better... well, your summer rain gear over your coat and pants is better than duct tape for keeping the wind off. 2) A balaclava is better than a gaiter as it keeps the heat in your head.
@r12rtpilot
Жыл бұрын
Great video. Here is what works for me... windscreen heated grips Hippo Hands balaclava heated jacket liner decent riding jacket and pants with thin layers underneath boots with warm socks I live in the Pacific Northwest and this works for me! Ride on....
@verigone2677
Жыл бұрын
Instead of buying a leather with all of the padding in it, I bought a fashion leather one size larger and wear my armored hoodie under it. I also bought just a back protector for when I need to go down a layer. Bonus side effect is that my leather now fits over my winter clothes meaning I don't have to wear my wool coat all winter long.
@tennwingman3350
2 жыл бұрын
I can understand not thinking you need heated gear but think heated grips are great. Let me clue you in to "Touring" riders. We ride more than 30 min at a time and over several hours in temps in the 30s or 40s your hands will get cold as well as your core. I have heated seats, grips and wear heated gloves and jacket. I wear thermals as well as chaps. Now with all that said I still might want to invest in the heated socks. We ride all day at times and it will get cold. Thanks for the video.
@scjl109
9 ай бұрын
I ride year round and have found the best and cheapest way to stay warm is to put on a rain jacket over a sweater or hoodie then put on your motorcycle jacket. Even the cheapest rain jackets block the wind. Hope this helps someone.
@mattdyer489
2 жыл бұрын
I wear fleece sweat pants under my ski pants, a sweatshirt, ski jacket, insulated hiking boots, and winter riding gloves. That combo is good to 15 degrees.
@zzzz1192
4 ай бұрын
where your going wrong with the wheelie, youre leaning forward, you can see it in the video need to sit your weight on the seat sturdily, stiffen your arms a bit (dont lean forward), when the bike throws your weight back during accel, let it transfer to the seat, and let your body pull on the handle bars (without leaning forward) start hitting the throttle, adding more and more each time until your front starts lifting, learn to lift off throttle (not lean forward) when it becomes too high or uncomfortable for you, youll start to get the taste of it wanting to come up, and how to put it back down, body weight placement and throttle control! GL!
@somewhatcredible3137
2 жыл бұрын
Super heads up on the tire pressure. I thought just like spite said, and my tire came off it's bead midturn. I was going slow and managed not to go down, but definitely don't recommend the experience. 10/10
@baddmint
2 жыл бұрын
My tips are thermal socks £15 for 2 pairs of 2.5 tog they keep your toes toasty and an added bonus of some cushioning when shifting through gears and glove liners Thinsulate ones help massively if you don't wanna wear your winter gauntlets.
@kjaubrey4816
9 ай бұрын
I live in North Alabama. People here think 60 degrees is cold. Every time somebody sees me out on the bike in the fourth degree range they ask me, "Aren't you cold?". Next Summer when it is 100 I am going to walk around asking everybody, "Aren't you hot?"
@luthorpayne6712
Жыл бұрын
Nobody appreciates my story but I'll tell you guys anyway. I live in MA and i bought my GSX750S to "get me by" while i didnt have a cage. I ended up riding through two full winters. 20 degrees? Leave at 5am. Dressing took at least 20-25 minutes. After riding for about 20 minutes I'd have to stop and warm my hands on my radiator hose. My commute is an hour each way. I put 35k on my bad girl before i got a car. The only thing that really got cold was my hands. I absolutely loved when its raining so hard the cars are doing 40 in a 55 and I'm soaked to the bone and approaching hypothermia doing 80 past all the cagers. Thinking to myself can i go ANY faster right now? I really do love riding in the cold though. It makes you feel so alive. The engine is warm too. Without the radiator hose being warm i dont think i could've done it.
@stephant3665
2 жыл бұрын
Wisconsin rider here, layers and over the years 3 things; Knees, knuckles and NOSE! I've rode in the 20's layered in my regular gear and full visor. Put in the wind chill and that's about 0°! Ride safe and stay warm lol 😆 🍻🤙🤘
@informedcarpet
Жыл бұрын
I ride all year round, winter is one of my favourite times of year to ride to work.
@P45K141N3N
2 жыл бұрын
All nice and well mr Spite but here in northern Europe we have -10 celsius (14F) and under. And a thick layer of snow and ice on the roads. So no thank you for riding atm.
@59markr
2 жыл бұрын
Icebreaker merino wool base layers, head to toe under your bike outer layers, are mandatory to ensure the windchill doesn’t tear holes in you.
@biking-northwest
2 жыл бұрын
Drop the heated grips and get heated gloves. Keeps the chill of the top of your hands and fingers ( you know the part that is exposed) and maybe heated socks too.
@themystx2
2 жыл бұрын
Lol, @ a Texan talking about cold weather riding, I wear heated thermals (top and bottom) heated Highway 21 motorcycle gloves, heated grips covers, THICK socks, pinlocked helmet visor, heated balaclava, ALL of which is necessary below 30 degrees.
@randygarcia4565
2 жыл бұрын
I wear cycling cold weather gear (I'm a cyclist too) it's light weight, slim, flexible, ultra confortable and best of all, you can just stuff it in a bag when you're not cold or if weather changes (NC style).
@MaxwellAerialPhotography
2 жыл бұрын
Even in Alberta most of the year is usually (barely) warm enough to ride 10-11 months of the year. Only 3 issues preventing a full 12 months riding calendar. 1. We tend to have at least 1 month a year where its -30 celsius for a month straight, thats just too damn cold to ride in. 2. The snow, the temperature isn’t usually the problem, its the snow that really makes winter riding difficult. (Also before anyone says anything, there is a difference between riding in the snow offroad or back roads, and icy snow covered major highways and urban streets) 3. Calgary in particular just goes nuts with throwing gravel on the road after each snowfall, and every year my windshield takes an absolute beating from rock chips, and I would rather have a windshield between my body and the moron in front of me who doesn’t have mudflaps on his truck that’s spitting out rocks like a machine gun.
@lombebwalya1265
Жыл бұрын
Hey man I live in Calgary, could you give me some tips? Getting my first bike soon and also what month were you talking about? Like Jan-Feb?
@TheSocketshock
2 жыл бұрын
Gore-tex nuff said! winter comes once a year time to start saving!
@andycampanella3602
2 жыл бұрын
I live in northern utah, we ride when its 10 degrees out. as long as the roads are clear no ice or snow. throw on some snowmobile gear and tear it up. The cool thing about riding in winter is no sitting in traffic at 160 degrees and sweating your ass off.
@russelrides3218
2 жыл бұрын
Is your thumbnail Stacey Wilt? (Ridetofood)
@petervautmans199
2 жыл бұрын
Heated grips, goretex, layers, merino wool underclothes and a shoei Neotec 2 flip lid, closes very narrow around the neck, pinlock and integrated sunvisor (cold saison is also low sun saison)
@gaspfaen
2 жыл бұрын
I concur. Driving in -15 degC is enjoyable with this. I also put on Heidenau Si02 tires to get better grip in low temperatures.
@aarond4072
2 жыл бұрын
#1 Tip, just don't get cold.
@BONESEEKER-js3gw
2 жыл бұрын
If going to be cold: Dont XD
@buckrogers7498
9 ай бұрын
I kind of like riding in the cold. Nothing like the cold blast of Columbia River Gorge air to keep you alert. I have a full fairing and good leg coverage, so long johns pretty much keep the core warm which helps keep extremities warm. Heated grips or heated gloves area a must. I heard snowmobile gloves work great too, but haven't tried them. Then a scarf, balaclava, shemagh, or anything to keep the neck warm.
@briancoleman2712
2 жыл бұрын
I wear my ski bibs and parka only, and have never been cold. No layers or warmers. Just jeans and a t-shirt under the ski apparel and gloves of course. 14 degrees was the coldest temp so far.
@matthewcarrick2722
2 жыл бұрын
Bought motorcycle as main mode of transport. Had to deal with winter. Didn't want to do heated grips, inside of hand not an issue anyway. My solution was base layers. Any ride under 50f I usually have: 3 layers on core, 2 layers on legs, silk sock liners, the thinnest merino glove liners I could find and a winter wind resistant buff as a gaiter/eat cover. It works wonders. I technically have a 4 season jacket but I've found the inner lining for water and warm to be too hot. So my top layers are usually base wicking, mid down puffer and outer mesh jacket shell
@Shloopers
2 жыл бұрын
Pajamas under your jeans or Frog Toggers is the cheapest way to keep your legs warm
@es-br8ck
2 жыл бұрын
Paper towels layered over the crotch area is going to help with keeping that part of you warm. Everything else is easy with undergarments, but sitting on a bike instead of a scooter means open legs where the wind hits the delicate parts.
@michaelconner9796
2 жыл бұрын
Bro, let’s be real. It’s Texas and it’s the one Ice storm we get every year. I’m honest, we can’t crawl on ice without busting our ass. Don’t drive until Wednesday, it’ll be spring then.
@macc1370
2 жыл бұрын
A bandana or extra t-shirt can work as a free neck gaiter if you find yourself needing one in a pinch
@FugglesRift
2 жыл бұрын
I won't ride without a pinlock anymore, massive difference in staying warm since you don't have to crack your visor to prevent fogging or Ice on your visor.
@jonr4651
2 жыл бұрын
Buy winter coveralls that fit over your gear (Dickies are what I use)... buy oversized leather work gloves that fit over your motorcycle gloves... I ride year round, good on every day over 15F, lower than that and you need special gear.
@michaelconran5252
2 жыл бұрын
I will ride as long as no ice on road. I personally bit the bullet and bought electric gear and heated grips. I ride in the 20's many times. One thing I do and it is cheap is used Sno-Seal on my leather gloves and boots. Not only does it water proof the leather, it blocks the wind. I just stick gloves and boots in oven at 200° or a little less. Opens pores and melts Snow-Seal to absorb into leather. All it is is bees wax, so it doesn't hurt the leather. Need to do every few months, but worth it. I have found works better than the sprays available.
@rafehasmat3388
8 ай бұрын
Sometimes I'll put the hoodie over my head before putting the helmet on. It helps keep the neck and head warm
@ZildjianMan30
2 жыл бұрын
What about salt/brine on the roadway? That keeps me from riding, but the cold doesn't. Damn corrosive crap!
@valefore82
2 жыл бұрын
I ride all year in BC, Canada on my xt250, rain or snow or not. i got a pair of self powered, heated gloves that arent super thick and they're great. i take them hiking and stuff too, so its a win-win. have a cheap heated vest for those extra cold times, or wet and cold rides. but other than that, rain/windproof gear and decent warm underlayers and you'll be fine 🤘
@jamesbalsley6135
2 жыл бұрын
i cant recommend hippo hands enough, they are like massive bark busters but it encapsulates your entire hand
@monstermonium1693
2 жыл бұрын
Much love from San Antonio, Tx💪🏾🏍
@laviniaxxo7899
2 жыл бұрын
lol Duck tape all over your jacket. My legs get cold, I might try duck taping my jeans. Thanks for the idea.
@CWJester
2 жыл бұрын
This comes at a perfect time. Went to a dealer today and put a deposit down on a 2021 Indian Scout Bobber. It's still a little chilly so this is great. On another note it's odd how anytime I think of a motorcycle subject, y'all put a video up exactly on that subject... 🤔
@CheetoPhingers
2 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on the new bike! That's a good feeling!
@tarnishedsquid2967
2 жыл бұрын
Ahh the joys of being a motorcyclist in California
@hvymax
2 жыл бұрын
For the price of heated grips you can get heated gloves without the need for installation and keep your whole hand warm.
@FriskyDecisions
2 жыл бұрын
I been just wearing 8 layers and still being cold
@sunsetdarkness0231
2 жыл бұрын
Honestly a suit will keep you warm until about 40°. I got a 700 down jacket I wear over my leathers for when it drops below that. It's from The Rocks UA line so it's absolutely gigantic and fits well over my suit. With it on I can ride in 10° and still be warm. Need to get some heated grips or gloves though.
@CJSchdstr
Жыл бұрын
Thin glove liners are a cheap way to keep your hands warm also. Much cheaper than heated grips.
@vader5454
2 жыл бұрын
Bitterly cold in Texas? Come to Ottawa Ontario Canada in January. Then you will know what cold feels like. Great video, thanks for the tips 🤙
@kavemanthewoodbutcher
2 жыл бұрын
Odd one I learned on accident: Wetsuit. 3 millimeters of neoprene makes a huge difference, and it works wet.
@grandemage
2 жыл бұрын
Red Green would approve of Spite's duct tape fix: "If the women don't find you handsome, they'll at least find you handy..." LOL XD
@fortyinthestreets
2 жыл бұрын
I wear a super thin windbreaker under my mesh jacket, full length gloves, close the vents in my helmet and I’m fine
@JohnnyBlankify
2 жыл бұрын
This video came on the right time for me to be at the right place and moment! Keep up the wonderful content!
@OG_Space_Viking
2 жыл бұрын
perfect day to post this, we got snowed in here in Colorado
@katajiro8178
2 жыл бұрын
The only parts of the body that feel cold when I ride a bike in winter are my right index and middle fingers - they're covering the front brake lever, which is metal, and you can't install a heater on it.
@dr.snoopy9658
2 жыл бұрын
Been riding my bike here in WA IN 27 degrees and it’s so much fun lol
@tonyhamilton7785
2 жыл бұрын
For people who rides in snowy areas, you aren't worried about salt eating up your parts?
@szaesz8190
2 жыл бұрын
In this age the only thing that should stop you riding is ice on the road. Electric gear is not a luxury it's a necesity having only one layer under the riding gear does make a difference. Riding cold while you are snug and warm is magical, once you tried you'll never go back.
@rvarnum
2 жыл бұрын
Until you get about 50 miles from the nearest civilization and you realize that your 10 Amp fuse should have been changed to a 15 Amp fuse before you took off wearing full Gerbing gear in 5° F temps, even though your friend Steve warned you repeatedly.
@szaesz8190
2 жыл бұрын
@@rvarnum i'm using Keis, top to bottom... and was nice and toasting at -5° as well... i guess it would hold up till -15°, but we don't really have temps that low here in the Uk. P.s. i'm doing 200+ miles on daily basis and so far it is brilliant
@rvarnum
2 жыл бұрын
@@szaesz8190 It's common to have -40° F here in Montana. I haven't tried my Gerbing gear below zero yet, but I have a feeling it might might still be comfy around -5. Maybe. Usually, though, there's ice and snow on the streets when it's that cold. My Goldwing gets a bit too squirrely for me in those conditions.
@szaesz8190
2 жыл бұрын
@@rvarnum daaaaaamn...
@TheEpicDuck23
2 жыл бұрын
Winter jacket and winter gloves paired with a neck gator does wonders. I had such a low expectations of them and they blew my mind. (I used to be a mesh jacket all season just slap a hoodie underneath type of guy)
@Mcnul1na
Жыл бұрын
As a Michigander with a snowmobile, I can vouch for every word of this
@serious_in_seattle6917
Жыл бұрын
I just bought a Triumph Street Twin and want to motorcycle commute year round except when the roads are covered with snow or ice. I think I can do it with your tips. We get lots of days in the mid to upper 30°s with rain in Seattle winters. I’ll put a wind screen on it in winter and wear waterproof gear. Maybe install bark busters, too. I already have heated grips from the factory and they are like toaster ovens on the high setting. My commute is 26 miles each way. Motorcycles park for free in my building in Seattle so that saves me a significant amount of money each month by taking the motorcycle instead of the car. In the warm months I will just remove the windscreen. That’s my plan. We’ll see how it goes. Maybe I’ll get heated gear if really needed, but I only plan to commute in the winter, not go touring 😅
@helipilotuh1
2 жыл бұрын
In my youth I once decided to ride my bike from a night at my girlfriends house to drill 90miles away the next morning without checking the weather. That morning I woke up late to 25 degree temps. 20 minutes in my hands were so cold (despite good winter motorcycle gloves) that I was reaching down and grabbing the exhaust headers to try and warm them up. It took me over an hour to stop shivering once I got there.
@mrtree1368
2 жыл бұрын
We've all been there I've staight up had to fight hyperthermia just trying to get home in my less experienced days
@scarryomen1
2 жыл бұрын
I have done a few slimy crude runs, and Pabst beer runs in Wisconsin. a few suggestions you might want to think about latex gloves under your riding glove, a rain poncho/ wind breaker, a fat burning workout suit, hand warmer packs, Neoprene Scuba Diving Suits works amazing if caught in rain and keeps you warm. here in the central valley of Cali. I run fleece lined jeans, set of armored over pants, thick boot socks, a pullover thick sweat shirt, my meshed riding jacket, a insulated wind breaker. I've had to install bags on my bike because when its 65 degrees in the afternoon I wear half of that home after work, but its 35 degrees when I leave in the morning. almost forgot the neck gaiter is great but a scarf is better you take the two ends and tuck it inside your coat way warmer then ductape.
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