That's it. It's time to accept it. Winter is here. I do not care because all screaming about global warming. Cold is cold. And if you feel during the winter riding so cold. Wind chill is a bitch. Consisting of the speed factor. The faster you go, the more the temperature drops. So the basic idea behind this months TAB. How to survive the winter on the bike.
Some of you silly bastards cold. I will never understand. Maybe it's because they area skinny guy white. Not much to keep bacon in the heat. I live in the south for a reason. But it's cold in the dirty dirty once in a while. When the temperature cools down and the wind grabbed every piece of warm clothing I can wear at once. If I like the little brother from a Christmas story when I finished watching, so be it. Hell, I wear my underoo is on the outside, if you keep my ass warm. Perhaps it is a bit 'extreme.
For those of us hardcore (read: stupid) enough to driveThis year we need a little 'more creative when thinking about how to stay warm while driving in the winter months. Ok, so we drive all the fighters and are not particularly that the coating. For example, to get our determination, we must try to break the wind as possible.
Hands, with the first line of defense. Winter gloves are usually a good idea. Something with Gore-Tex and Thinsulate is a plus. Almost every major manufacturer of motorcycle clothing offers a winter glove.The most that can be less than $ 80 with varying degrees of protection and insulation from the elements to have. But other than go buy a glove brand. There are other steps that the first shell a little dough 'on specialty mechanical engineering with the gloves. Take a ride down to the local grocery store both parts, hardware or car and take a box of disposable latex gloves. These are for use in the natural heat of the body. And because they are mounted form, you can wear gloves in the saddle, asadditional insulation. Some people have problems with latex. In this case, wear a sports shop or gloves taken outdoors inside. Slide the sleeve, are susceptible to wind blow your wrist. Even when wearing gloves full, in a sitting position and movement that can creep up your sleeves and let the wind. Try a couple of bracelets. A trick called cheaper to keep the wind out of their sleeves.
As for the bust. This will be the weight of thethe cold. The lack of a windshield will take you directly there for the elderly in winter to create a constant body temperature shock. Heavy T-shirts are a must, of course. But can too many of these at once not only uncomfortable, but restrict movement. Thermal t-shirts are always a plus. Combined with a sweater and a padded jacket. But some of those cool max shirts as a basis to test for levels. Everything from the wick moisture from the body is about you that much hotter. If the jacket can be caused by windsome areas are trying to point the inside. Seams, vents, perforation. The fix for this is what holds the world together. Tape. Yup, patch them on the inside so that the wind from his path. Moreover, even if you do a piece for a quick fix on the road. there you go.
Finally, a thin nylon windbreaker under the jacket to be a great help. Or the rain jacket on top.
His head and face are super sensitive. Good full-face lidclosable ventilation openings are always in the right way. If you are in an area that gets lots of snow and super low temperatures, you may want to look for winter snowmobile helmets. Be the ones with heated visors would be a good option. Of course, one of the most common ways to keep your head warm wearing a hat under the hood. If this is too thick for a comfortable fit, try the sports and ski shops for the bonnet storm. Those that are made of nylon is usually very thin. If you get one that fitsHis neck and face are much before the game. If you want to be super-bikers, there is always the traditional veil. This at least keep the wind from your face and your breath, keep your face warm. Hold your breath mints handy though. Another cheap trick to reduce fog and keep warm. If you do not have a helmet breath deflector you can use a tape. Doubling the band and form to suit your face. Then the right stick on the inside of the chin. Just beMake sure not to leave any exposed adhesive. Most of us do not need our mustaches waxed.
The feet and knees are always in the wind. Ski socks are a definite plus. The longer the better. Boots blocks are really the only way to go.
The wind was less, it can get better. A great piece of gear I found was the MX at the knee and shin protectors. These are similar to ice hockey shin guards.
Plastic cap with padding and fabric lining. In addition, for an alternative security. The interesting partThis is thin enough to be worn under loose fitting trousers. The plastic blocks the wind very well, while the foam helps to retain heat. These are pretty cheap too. They can be had for less than $ 40. Some even under $ 25. For the rest of the lower limbs, doubling his pants. Sweatpants, pants, track, thermal, etc.
Of course there is always the possibility of heated gear guide. This can get expensive, but if you plan to drive in very cold climates, it is probably a wise investment.The most economical method is the hand warmer packs. They are relatively inexpensive, and some for up to 8 hours. If you plan to do some long trip, I'd suggest getting some for the trip. You can keep your feet warm shoes, gloves to help, hands and all over the place that you feel is in direct cold.
So now that you look like a reincarnation of the Michelin Man, what we can for the bike to help goobering do with it all?
Well, once againanything that can help block the wind. As already said, your hands are the first line of defense. Dirtbike-style cuffs keep some 'wind, gloves. If you want to keep toast, you can also invest in some heated grips. Now plug heaters are a bit 'limited, because only really work the palm of your hand. With the guards in place by hand and fingers will thank you. Also, if you have the bike to offer this type of collar and tumble look, I'm really fitin
Another idea struck me. Heated seats. This idea is actually quite simple. You can draw from any work by car. Try the local scrap yards. Just make sure to test before you walk out the door. They want to be with this thermostat, which is mounted under the tail to adjust to while driving. Basically, heated seats no more than an element of heating pad that is under the padding, the padding on top. The heating elements average about100-140 ° C. I did a search for "heating pads" and arrived with some good results and also the installation instructions and tutorials for different places. OEM and retro-fits.
Be the greatest help to everyone, always sheltered from the wind as possible. And to do that, we will need some kind of windscreen. Now, for some, I do not agree with this idea, but there is an upside. This could be a seasonal movement in restyling your bike. I'm not saying that yougo to full fairing, but extend your creativity and maybe try a simple upper fairing. Restyle a top factory, or make your own.
Even a small fly screen is a little diversion. When it gets warmer, you can return to the original project. At least, has survived another winter cold, and perhaps ... fun?
All stay warm out there, and have a safe and happy holiday.
