I Saw You: V.2.0

TwistedKestrel said:
Which end? Past the general store, or close to Highway 10?
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Hmmm, Hockley isn't worth it less than 120 kph in the bends, and that isn't worth the suspension. I'm so off the local twisties. Getting stung on County rd 15 has left a very bitter taste / lesson.

Sorry to hear you got nicked. It's a blessing in disguise though.
 
Dsquintz said:
I just plan to not stop next time ;)
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+1...The other guy posted at least you didn't run like the other group...
After I saw your fine amount I'm sure you wished you did.

In regards to cold weather riding you guys need to get rid of bulky cotton sweaters and hoodies. Get some Under Armour Cold Gear. It a bit pricey but just find it on sale and you're good.

3 full sleeve Layers up top: Compression, Fitted then another thicker fitted top. Less bulk than a single light hoody..
2 leggings below: Thermals with a piss hole, Compression on top of that..

I'm good at 0 for up to a half hour on the highway 130-145 km/h. I was a sceptic but have come to love it!!
 
LoneRonin said:
...In regards to cold weather riding you guys need to get rid of bulky cotton sweaters and hoodies. Get some Under Armour Cold Gear. It a bit pricey but just find it on sale and you're good.

3 full sleeve Layers up top: Compression, Fitted then another thicker fitted top. Less bulk than a single light hoody..
2 leggings below: Thermals with a piss hole, Compression on top of that..

I'm good at 0 for up to a half hour on the highway 130-145 km/h. I was a sceptic but have come to love it!!
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The only real problem with thermal underwear is when you stop for lunch you overheat and if commuting then you spend a lot of time getting dressed and undressed. I ride until there will be snow on my roads. The coldest I have ridden in was -16 (one hour commute to work) but routinely ride in weather below 0.

I wear a suit and tie to work and normally commute on my bike so I have learned what works well to keep my warm.

My all-year riding gear is an Aerostich two piece riding suit. This is Goretex and waterproof so I don't need rain gear. It breathes well enough to be comfy in hot weather and using layers underneath makes it work well in the cold. Until this fall I didn't generally use electric gear. In cold weather I wear Aerostich Fleece pants over my street pants and under the riding suit. This is expensive but it has full length zippers on the outside of both legs so it goes on while wearing boots and without pulling up the legs of street pants. It also comes off easily as well.

I wear a synthetic undershirt and normal shirt. Before the heated jacket two layers of fleece under my riding suit was all it took to stay warm. Now with the heated Jacket (Tourmaster Synergy) I wear one layer over the heated jacket when it is freezing and find I use very little heat (this AM it was -1 when I left home and I just put the heat on the lowest setting.) The heated Jacket I now have means that I can be comfy but not overheat when stopped as I can turn the heat down or off.

..Tom
 
Never been one to run from cops. Chances of gettijg away can be good but if you get caught... Is it really worth it? I mean unless you're gonna get towed either way then maybe lok

LoneRonin said:
+1...The other guy posted at least you didn't run like the other group...
After I saw your fine amount I'm sure you wished you did.

In regards to cold weather riding you guys need to get rid of bulky cotton sweaters and hoodies. Get some Under Armour Cold Gear. It a bit pricey but just find it on sale and you're good.

3 full sleeve Layers up top: Compression, Fitted then another thicker fitted top. Less bulk than a single light hoody..
2 leggings below: Thermals with a piss hole, Compression on top of that..

I'm good at 0 for up to a half hour on the highway 130-145 km/h. I was a sceptic but have come to love it!!
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V-Tom said:
The only real problem with thermal underwear is when you stop for lunch you overheat and if commuting then you spend a lot of time getting dressed and undressed. I ride until there will be snow on my roads. The coldest I have ridden in was -16 (one hour commute to work) but routinely ride in weather below 0.

I wear a suit and tie to work and normally commute on my bike so I have learned what works well to keep my warm.

My all-year riding gear is an Aerostich two piece riding suit. This is Goretex and waterproof so I don't need rain gear. It breathes well enough to be comfy in hot weather and using layers underneath makes it work well in the cold. Until this fall I didn't generally use electric gear. In cold weather I wear Aerostich Fleece pants over my street pants and under the riding suit. This is expensive but it has full length zippers on the outside of both legs so it goes on while wearing boots and without pulling up the legs of street pants. It also comes off easily as well.

I wear a synthetic undershirt and normal shirt. Before the heated jacket two layers of fleece under my riding suit was all it took to stay warm. Now with the heated Jacket (Tourmaster Synergy) I wear one layer over the heated jacket when it is freezing and find I use very little heat (this AM it was -1 when I left home and I just put the heat on the lowest setting.) The heated Jacket I now have means that I can be comfy but not overheat when stopped as I can turn the heat down or off.

..Tom
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Leather jacket + parka is toasty and keeps your core warm enough to supply warm blood to the fingers. That combo will take you down well below 0.
 
how much more slippery is it below 0 with a SS?? I've never had my 250 break contact due to the cold nor have any of my numerous crashes been in the winter...but I imagine with a 180 hp beast its a whole different story.
 
LoneRonin said:
how much more slippery is it below 0 with a SS?? I've never had my 250 break contact due to the cold nor have any of my numerous crashes been in the winter...but I imagine with a 180 hp beast its a whole different story.
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I would imagine the tires make a huge difference
 
I've ridden in -15 with Metzler M3 and M5 sport tires.
As long as you take it easy, it's okay.
No sudden acceleration, braking or hard cornering.

Hit black ice though and all bets are off.
 
This morning @ around 7am, 401 WB in Whitby.
You: Silver BMW w/ Aluminum Side Boxes tailing a car in the center lane ~90-100kmh
Me: Black/Purple Ninja 250 Left Lane

You looked cold..
 
Re: I Saw You, Are you on this forum? V.2.0.

Whitby Brock & 401

Saw a BMW 800 at around 7:30 this morning, black I think. Car showed -3c, brrr.
Mind you, went back home, put on some woollies and 30 minutes later got on my bike as well to ride to work. -2c.


Around 8:30 eastbound this morning also 401 just past DVP - you cruiser, me Blue/Black BMW 800 ST with side and rear hardcases on.
 
Re: I Saw You, Are you on this forum? V.2.0.

~4:30, Ducati Panigale on Markham and Nugget followed by a yellow Lamborghini Murcielago...
 
Yesterday afternoon southbound on university. Guy and girl on black monster. I was on my on my monster. Nice Akros
 
This morning, Ossington and Bloor, asian girl on a white CBR125 wearing Uggs.

Uggs. On a motorcycle. wut?
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