| Author | Message | ||
     Redbuell1203 |
Went out inside the garage to have a cig and Looked back out side and thought well the rode is clear should I tempt it or not? It is like 24' out. | ||
| Buellmojo |
If you can get it started, and your body can handle it, there is no set cold temperature for the 1125's that I am aware of, actually it might like it. Enjoy your ride! | ||
| Mikellyjo |
Red, There are some crazies on here that think 24 is downright balmy for a ride. The bike will be fine, it's more a testament to your will power. Dress warm, as you know it's the wind chill that will shut you down before your bike even thinks its cold. I haven't started mine when it's been that cold, I imagine it may take a bit to warm up. | ||
| Jules |
The only time it's too cold for me is when it's been snowing/icy and the temp hasn't managed to get over freezing.. Other than that all's good in the world.. | ||
| Jules |
Just checked the temp conversion on google and that's -4 Centigrade... That's OK if you stick to well travelled roads and keep an eye out for black ice.. At that temp i normally take the other bike out though 'cause i don't mind crashing that...not that I go out expecting to crash! | ||
| D_adams |
I went out today to get some videos. Not sure they're worth posting, I got a lot of vibration off the XB12. It was 25 degrees out when I left, did two 15 minute loops, once on the xb and the other on my 1125. That said, heated gerbing gear and I was fine. | ||
| Redbuell1203 |
Dean how do you like the new camera? | ||
| D_adams |
The 1080 setting gives very good quality video, but it's huge. 15 minutes of video, 1.4 gb. It will take a while to upload that one if I even do it. I do like it a lot, the settings are similar to the older version, so I kinda had a jump start on using it. I might try again tomorrow with it mounted differently, probably the helmet cam instead of on the airbox cover. | ||
| Redbuell1203 |
keep us posted. How was the footage? More stable? | ||
| D_adams |
I used the suction cup mount on the airbox, it gets wavy sometimes from the vibration. I'll try this way next.  | ||
| Boogiman1981 |
i've ridden in the high teens bike loves it. me not so much | ||
| Mountainstorm |
The Answer is simpler than you might think  I ride all season. 24F is cold enough to keep most people off the roads...which is good...for me. I don't like sharing my roads with all those other people anyway. Just remember to keep as much of the tire on the road as possible (hang off in the turns). Cold weather riding is great training in developing a smooth, flowing style of riding that will make you more confident and even faster when your tires hook up on warm days. | ||
| Zac4mac |
I saw 7 dF on Loretta's AT display last winter. It was -5 this morning but I drove the truck, neighborhood roads are glass ice. In cold weather, tires do NOT grip worth a damn. Ride careful Z | ||
| Boogiman1981 |
Zac that is the truth man!! even here in North Florida we've been seeing what are for us at least some seriously cold days and yeah when down in the teens and twenties the available traction is a fraction of a fraction of what's available on a hot summer day!! | ||
| Firemanjim |
Maybe when hell freezes over, but I will ride if the road is clear. | ||
| Drdorsey |
Yes! If Hell freezes over, it's too cold to ride. I believe the Rotax is used in snowmobiles and airplanes. I would think the engine would not be limiting. | ||
| Gas |
I’ve lived through the high desert/mountain New Mexico winters where it can be -20 at night. I’ve been pretty cold, but never as cold as on a motorcycle. RD350 Yamaha. 1976. I was in a 32F Oklahoma rain and snow storm into a 20 MPH wind, for miles in heavy traffic at 70MPH road speeds. Twisting to check for a lane change resulted in a thin sheet of ice separating from the front of my soaked jacket and helmet and blowing apart in the wind stream. Hypothermia set in after 30 minutes. It took HOURS to warm up. Two years ago, SV 650. I road only 8 miles in 22 degree weather, this time at about 80 mph for 5 minutes of the trip, and the rest on surface streets. I was bundled up well, but neglected to wear any long handles on my legs. After all, it was only 8 miles. I only had the blue layer of my jeans to buffer me from the elements (again the wind was pretty steady that day). I made it to work not feeling too cold. I began to lean the bike over as I thought my foot was going for the kick stand, but my leg didn’t move, even though my mind was telling it to. I was laughing enough to mollify the embarrassment of slowly teetering to the ground and lying under my fallen scooter. I’m sure it was nice and warm under there, but my partially paralyzed and pinned leg couldn’t tell. Naturally, there were some people next to me in the parking lot, huddled in an idling car, who saw the whole thing. As Mikellyjo said, watch out for the effects of hypothermia if you don’t suit up correctly. But we all know that… | ||
| Redbuell1203 |
I actually did ride last year at 31*F to go and get my new 1125r. I had to ride it home( 117 miles) after they put it together, but the excitement kept me going. I just don't have the gear to ride it when it is so cold. | ||
| Tippster |
I ride year-round. As long as it's not snowing (or there's still snow/ice on the roads) I'm on the bike. Patagonia Capilene long johns under the jeans and layered up on top is plenty. Then again I seek out colder and snowier climes for vacation (I love skiing even more than riding) so maybe I'm just a cold weather fan. I did notice that the 1125r is much harder to start on frigid mornings than the '98 M2 was. Once running and at operating temp it's no problem, however, and the whole "hot frame problem" actually makes it rather cozy. If the fingers get too cold I just hold the frame at the next light to warm them up. | ||
| Gas |
9 degrees F.is as low as I've gone on my CR. Are those Patagonia long johns made of polypropylene? As long as we are talking about it, what do you use to keep your face shield from fogging at the stoplights? Any suggestions on thinner gloves that are also warm? My gauntlets are like wearing spacesuit gloves. | ||
| Datsaxman |
Going to Arkansas Thursday to collect a Buell and ride home to sunny SoCal...up here at 6000', we have about a foot of fresh white stuff, and 25F, so...whatever. Start with good cycling underwear. I like a LS wool shirt and tights. Next layer is jeans and a winter cycling jacket. Jeans in case it warms up...as if. Thin wool cycling socks, heavy wool winter socks, tuck the jeans into tall engineer boots. Snowmobile bibs and long lined textile jacket with super warm snowmobile gauntlet gloves. Winter balaclava and full face helmet. XL rain jacket and glove liners in reserve. Good down to about 0F, with the rain jacket still in the bag...so far! I have had pretty good luck with "Fog Off" for keeping the visor clear. | ||
| Gas |
Bike Travel Weather forecast for warmth lovers. This week good. Next week bad. 1060 MB High over NW Canada means cold air intrusion into most of lower 48. | ||
| Rogue_biker |
The coldest I have ever ridden in was years ago in Death Valley, CA, in the middle of December. DV is known for being both the hottest and coldest place in CA. It was 15 degrees in the morning and 23 degrees mid day. I got sick due to nearly getting hypothermia. I swore to never again make that mistake. I have since started using electric heated vest on all my motorcycles since then. It has really transformed my winter riding. Now, the only thing that holds me back in winter is the road condition. 23 degrees is fun to ride in when your body is soaked in summer-like heat from the heated jacket liner! | ||
| Usmoto |
I stop at 40 degrees. Anything below that and I'm not riding. To me it's just not enjoyable any more. Hat's off to you guys/gals that ride year round no matter the temp. | ||
| Tippster |
Gas: Capilene is a circular weaved polyester. Warmest undergarment by weight I've ever used and very soft/comfortable. Haven't tried the new Nike or UnderArmor thermal underwear yet, so take that fwiw. My Shark RSR2 shield has a factory applied anti-fog coating that just plain works. My previous helmet was a Shoei and I applied a Fog City Pro Shield that worked very well. http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/1/69/3820/I TEM/Fog-City-Pro-Shield.aspx (Message edited by tippster on January 04, 2011) | ||
| Gas |
Thanks, tippster | ||
| Buellmojo |
I also have a Shark, an RSI, with the anti-fog coating which works well... Apparently the Scorpion helmets anti-fog system also works well, claimed to be the best out right now. Tippster, Thanks for the heads up on the thermals, I might have to look into getting some. | ||
| Rogue_biker |
With heated vest and especially one with sleeves, there is no need for special fabric underwear/overalls when riding down into the 20's. You don't need to layer up either--just a long sleeve cotton T, sweat pants under your riding pants, and you're good to go. Seriously, it really opens up a whole new season of riding. | ||
| Curve_carver |
I ran the 1125r in 32 degree weather.It had some real problems starting with the race ecm. I remember using the stock ecm and it fired up with a little throttle aid. I dont think the ebr calibration will be run in my 1125r during the winter months. I just think the ebr calibration hasnt been set right for the colder weather especially startup. During the ride which consisted of 55-70 mph cruising the bike stayed at 159. | ||
| Skntpig |
I road yesterday and it was 67. Had to put my winter jacket on. No wakeboarding this month. Brr |
