Going cross country? You'll need proper motorcycle weather gear to keep you warm, dry or cool depending on your destination.
Do you have proper motorcycle weather gear to protect you against rain, keep you warm on those chilly nights or keep you cool in those hot summer days?
A few pieces of motorcycle weather equipment are a must have if you want to be prepared for any weather condition. They are:
Rain Gear
Thermal underwear
Electrically heated handgrips
Electrically heated clothing
Water holding device such as a CamelBak
Lightweight ventilated jacket
Let's start with rain gear. They come in 2 ways, one or two piece suits. Personal preference is a one piece where you don't have the issue of getting water in where you don't expect it plus it's one piece of gear to maintain not 2. Rain gear is not a hot topic around many bikers and you won't see many wearing them but when you do they are prepared and love the fact that they are dry. You don't want to be wet all day, i personally hate to be soaked from rain.
Thermal underwear. If you ride in areas where temperature drops below 60 degrees at any time of the day you should consider thermal underwear as one of your motorcycle accessories. Thermal underwear will keep you warm and prevent you from getting hypothermia. Thermal underwear is also great because you can layer clothing on top it such as a sweat shirt or a jacket.
Ok, electrically heated handgrips and clothing sounds a bit strange right? Well, not if you want to be warm and comfortable during your rides. Keeping your hands warm with gloves is one thing but even in colder weather they will not be sufficient. As far as clothing goes there are several companies out there that make electrical clothing such as jackets which will provide you with an additional level of heat.
Water holding devices are my favorite. If you were ever in the military or a runner or love to do things outdoors you probably already own such a device. In fact you probably have a CamelBak. They are great. Such water holding devices hold your water cool and more importantly provide you fast access to water to ensure you stay hydrated. Staying hydrated is very importand in warm weather climates.
Tips:
1) Make sure your rain gear contains a liner that will protect it from sticking to your leather or other clothing
2) Get yourself some thermal underwear and you will be happy you did
3) You can't go wrong with a CamelBak.
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