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49Reo

#35
April 03, 2012, 23:57:04 PM

Fiddlestix!! It's SNOWING again!!! :'(  ;D

Regards and such,
49Reo

Location: B.C., VDR#: 666
02 Drifter 1500, 02 Softail Frankenstein Trike.."Beauty" and "The Beast"

"If you don't believe your country should come before yourself, Ya can better serve your country, by living somewhere else."  In memory, Stompin' Tom Connors
RIP

chief

#34
April 03, 2012, 00:25:07 AM

Happy trails!!

86 and sunny here today... 57 at my bros house in Michigan. Of course, when we were 105 last year he was at 85!
Slainte mhaith - Good Health - Cheers

'02 Vulcan Drifter 1500

49Reo

#33
April 02, 2012, 21:11:41 PM

Ice is gone from the driveway, mud is drying, just got my parts back from the powder coaters, have to put them on tomorrow, then update my PCIII on my bike for the new pipes, then "SHAZAM!" I go riding!  (but I'm not excited) ;D ;D ;D

Regards and such,
49Reo

Location: B.C., VDR#: 666
02 Drifter 1500, 02 Softail Frankenstein Trike.."Beauty" and "The Beast"

"If you don't believe your country should come before yourself, Ya can better serve your country, by living somewhere else."  In memory, Stompin' Tom Connors
RIP

49Reo

#32
April 01, 2012, 23:34:56 PM

That helmet liner/neck sleeve looks a lot like the ones we used under our fire helmets; I have a couple of those left in my gear; think I will throw one in my saddlebag....thanks for nudging my flea-bitten brain. I have a memory like a rabbits tail; short and fuzzy! ;D

Regards and such,
49Reol

Location: B.C., VDR#: 666
02 Drifter 1500, 02 Softail Frankenstein Trike.."Beauty" and "The Beast"

"If you don't believe your country should come before yourself, Ya can better serve your country, by living somewhere else."  In memory, Stompin' Tom Connors
RIP

TripWire

#31
April 01, 2012, 21:06:35 PM

I use to snowmobile a lot so as the weather gets cold out comes my snowmobile stuff.  Neck mufflers, helmet liners, heck I have even used snowmobile gloves but I wouldn't recommend the ones I have for riding around town too much.  They are really stiff and not much "feedback" can be felt through them, but they are really warm!  Like Troll I have the soft lowers and they keep my lower legs pretty warm.

Troll

#30
April 01, 2012, 20:12:30 PM

Here's a look at the helmet liner/neck sleeve...and my (?)smiling face....don't let any little kids see this to prevent nightmares!

Recovering H-D owner...W-650 Cafe' No excuses...Ride it or sell it to someone who will!

Troll

#29
April 01, 2012, 20:02:38 PM

    The problem with buying a cold weather specific helmet is having it with you when you get a surprise. On the way to Casper it was in the low to mid 70's, The day I left, the weather had changed so drastically, it was like early winter. If I had been able to anticipate the weather change that was coming, I would have had some other things packed with me....The sleeve I'm talking about is an all purpose device that takes up less room than a handkerchief, and I use it as a helmet liner, or pull it down over my neck. Everybody has a different way to deal with crappy weather, some more effective than others...I stopped for gas in  a little town, and there was a guy in leather, riding a softail, frozen in the gas station...trying to smoke a cigarette...He looked at my Drifter and asked me if the soft lowers made a difference... ::)

Recovering H-D owner...W-650 Cafe' No excuses...Ride it or sell it to someone who will!

49Reo

#28
April 01, 2012, 11:39:36 AM

I use a heated jacket, insulated blue-jeans, chaps and a heavy leather jacket for cold riding; I seldom use rain gear as I find the leather, when kept oiled, seems to keep me dry. I do carry rain gear and will use it if it is raining hard. I understand the visors on full face helmets fogging up; however, if a person wants to spend the money, you can buy a helmet for ski-doo riding in winter time. Apparently, you can get them with a heated visor, or buy a heated visor kit to install on your present full-face helmet. Check out the site below.

www.motorcycle-superstore.com/

Regards and such,
49Reo

Location: B.C., VDR#: 666
02 Drifter 1500, 02 Softail Frankenstein Trike.."Beauty" and "The Beast"

"If you don't believe your country should come before yourself, Ya can better serve your country, by living somewhere else."  In memory, Stompin' Tom Connors
RIP

Troll

#27
April 01, 2012, 07:49:01 AM

I usually ride down into the low 30's, When it gets near freezing, I start to lay off the 2 wheels since ice is an enemy of traction...that said, I have a good heavily insulated 3 season jacket with armor, and 2 years ago I broke down and bought heated gloves. My hands are my weakest spot since I had "corrective" surgery. I have to take drugs during the cold weather to keep the blood circulation going. Last year, I rode from Casper Wy. to home (1,000) miles in 35-40 deg rain. Good jacket, heated gloves and a rain suit... Just a thought about a full face helmet.  I wear one, I own 3, a Bieffe B20, and two HJC symax, the 1 and the 2 models. For most all my riding, the helmets work very well, but cold, fog, and rain tend to cause the helmet visors to fog up on the INSIDE...you have to keep the visor cracked a little to defog...I have a camo textile sleeve that fits over my head and neck that I bought at the PX years ago. This works very well to cut the cold blast coming in from under the visor, and with it covering the lower portion of my face and neck, it seals the junction between helmet and jacket...Just some random thoughts....Going to an ABATE regional meeting today, should be interesting to see how many bikes there are in the parking lot ;D

Recovering H-D owner...W-650 Cafe' No excuses...Ride it or sell it to someone who will!

SpookWarrior

#26
April 01, 2012, 02:45:13 AM

Although it's cold, and riding may not be as enjoyable... it beats a picture on the desk of an empty bike taunting me.  :'(

JK guys... but being as I will be coming back as fall is breaking into the "chilly" side... are there any of those heater jackets and gloves that I keep hearing about that anyone would recommend.  I do plan on doing a good bit of riding year round (save rainy days) and I've been told that chaps, heater jacket and gloves with a full face are all I really need for the 50's we tend to flirt with in the fall.

Thanks in advance.

Regards,

Lee

'99 1500

chief

#25
March 31, 2012, 16:31:24 PM

I've lived in about 6 northern states... you gotta ride when you can, you can't let too many good days go by, that's for sure.

Slainte mhaith - Good Health - Cheers

'02 Vulcan Drifter 1500

49Reo

#24
March 31, 2012, 14:19:53 PM

Not even hitting 50 around here yet; 45 has been about it, 20-28 at night.  But, as soon as the road is clear, here I come!!

Regards and such,
49Reo

Location: B.C., VDR#: 666
02 Drifter 1500, 02 Softail Frankenstein Trike.."Beauty" and "The Beast"

"If you don't believe your country should come before yourself, Ya can better serve your country, by living somewhere else."  In memory, Stompin' Tom Connors
RIP

ratze

#23
March 31, 2012, 12:12:46 PM

We ar loven it here in east tnn, steady riden. lil rain. bout 5o at nite, 70s an 80s in day time.   RIDE ON.

49Reo

#22
March 31, 2012, 10:22:50 AM

Yeah, yeah, yeah, rub it in, guys, rub it in! My turn's a'coming! Was gone all day yesterday, must have been a warm one; snow ad ice is almost gone, now just mud....

Regards and such,
49Reo

Location: B.C., VDR#: 666
02 Drifter 1500, 02 Softail Frankenstein Trike.."Beauty" and "The Beast"

"If you don't believe your country should come before yourself, Ya can better serve your country, by living somewhere else."  In memory, Stompin' Tom Connors
RIP

Troll

#21
March 31, 2012, 10:13:28 AM

Weather channel is forecasting near record high for tomorrow...78. We've had a bunch of 70+ days this last two months, and I even mowed the lawn! Wife's flowers all over the place...

Recovering H-D owner...W-650 Cafe' No excuses...Ride it or sell it to someone who will!

49Reo

#20
March 30, 2012, 23:35:39 PM
Quote from: chief on March 30, 2012, 21:00:50 PM

Been in the 80's for a while here! Already did a run down the Natchez Trace for a picnic on the Goldwing - and did a run on the Drifter!

Ah, SHADDUP!!!LOLOL ;D ;D

Location: B.C., VDR#: 666
02 Drifter 1500, 02 Softail Frankenstein Trike.."Beauty" and "The Beast"

"If you don't believe your country should come before yourself, Ya can better serve your country, by living somewhere else."  In memory, Stompin' Tom Connors
RIP

chief

#19
March 30, 2012, 21:00:50 PM

Been in the 80's for a while here! Already did a run down the Natchez Trace for a picnic on the Goldwing - and did a run on the Drifter!

Slainte mhaith - Good Health - Cheers

'02 Vulcan Drifter 1500

greenbarn

#18
March 30, 2012, 16:36:29 PM

anybody sell tire chains for a 150/80-16????

No Worries

49Reo

#17
March 29, 2012, 23:21:09 PM

The only thing keeping me from riding through the yard is the foot or so of snow left with a liberal dose of ice under it... and since no one has ever accused me of being graceful, ;D, I think the smart money is on waiting for things to warm up and dry up.....

Oh well, it will happen soon, just not soo0n enough.

Regards and such,49Reo

Location: B.C., VDR#: 666
02 Drifter 1500, 02 Softail Frankenstein Trike.."Beauty" and "The Beast"

"If you don't believe your country should come before yourself, Ya can better serve your country, by living somewhere else."  In memory, Stompin' Tom Connors
RIP

greenbarn

#16
March 29, 2012, 21:48:19 PM

Ride through the yard, man... what's keepin you?   J ;D  Just kidding.  It's been warm enough to ride here, but not warm enough to stay warm...

No Worries

49Reo

#15
March 27, 2012, 20:29:10 PM

It's been warm enough up here to ride for the last week. Problem is, my driveway is about a hundred yards long, and still has about 4" of snow and ice on it. I go out every afternoon with the plow and scrape off the slush, but still can't get the bike out to the main road (safely) Don't want to chance dumping it; not worth it so I will wait another week or so. I envy all you folks who are already out riding!  :(  ;D

Regards and such,
49Reo

Location: B.C., VDR#: 666
02 Drifter 1500, 02 Softail Frankenstein Trike.."Beauty" and "The Beast"

"If you don't believe your country should come before yourself, Ya can better serve your country, by living somewhere else."  In memory, Stompin' Tom Connors
RIP

45 Bravo

#14
March 27, 2012, 11:54:35 AM

I live in North East MS. (about 40 miles from the TN. border & 50 from the Al. line)
I have driven my 99 Drifter daily to work this past winter except for 5 days (freezing rain/snow).
Rain or shine, it gets me there and back.
Don't get me wrong, there were a few days where it was in the teens, but hey, it is all part of the game, and i still enjoyed the ride..

I have people always say something similar to "but it raining today" and i answer back, "yes and your point is"??

Yes during hard thunderstorms, or freezing rain or snow i will drive the car.

After living in Colorado for many years and riding motorcycles there most of the year (except when there was snow on the ground) as long as you have the proper equipment for the weather you are riding in, it ain't that bad..

Now that the weather is turning better, i have to make new time to ride more.

Oh, there will be a cancer ride ending at the Rattlesnake Saloon this saturday (march 31) in Tuscumbia, Al. a very cool place.

http://rattlesnakesaloon.net/Saloon/Saloon_home.html

Everyone ride safe

45 Bravo

greenbarn

#13
March 10, 2012, 09:09:10 AM

Troll - so I guess that means you'll be on the bike all weekend!  Too sore to work on Monday! LOL.

It's supposed to be 60s here in central OH as well.  I think I"ll at least take my boy's new bike around the block or two, just to get me "warmed up" for when I can get my new drifter..... if I ever decide which size to buy.....  and if I ever fine the one I want.... within a days drive..... for less than a young fortune......   

No Worries

Troll

#12
March 10, 2012, 08:11:48 AM

60+ today, and tomorrow, 50s on Monday, and back up to 70 by Wed...I LOVE IT!

Recovering H-D owner...W-650 Cafe' No excuses...Ride it or sell it to someone who will!

greenbarn

#11
March 09, 2012, 23:49:52 PM

Here in OH, it's been mild too.  Not too good for my two boys, who plow snow for money, but not too bad for a lot of the rest of us.

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