In my limited cold weather riding I learned to always wear over the calf sweat socks, use the ear flap on the open face helmet, no matter how much of a Dork, I feel like when I wear it. And limit or put plenty of space between those ice cold beers. That is the one I really wish the guys would have given me a heads up on.

 

I really think this one is the answer!! :-)

 

If you hit the highway and you're cold:

Turn around, go back home, and put more clothes on.

Repeat until warm.

 

Full face helmet ,thongs ,knee high leather boots and a sleeveless t-shirt. The full face helmet is so no one see's who you are

 

Most people already took care of the clothing. Remember that there will be plenty of leaves on the road and wet leaves are just as bad as ice. Also give the tires more time wam up as the harder compounds will be slicker the colder it gets.

 

I use these and they help keep the wind from going up your legs and around your ankles. Mine don't have the H.D. logo just an alligator type clip like on a pair of suspenders. You can probably make your own with a couple of clips and some elastic.

http://cgi.ebay.com/Harley-Davidson-...3A1|240%3A1318

 

If you hit the highway (ouch) and you're cold...you are probably in shock.

 

[quote=Pine Tree;3755621]Read a little on Raynaud's - a disorder that causes restricted blood flow to the hands, fingers, feet, toes, and face.

If diagnosed, electric gear may be your only real option to prevent Raynaud's cold-related problems.


Heated gloves are the only way to go. Forget about the heated grips. I've had 'em, they just keep your palms warm, had a real problem with keeping my thumbs warm. I use First Gears H2 over pant, waterproof and warm! My leather jacket with long johns and rain jacket if necessary. Heated gloves though are a must! I also wear a balaclava when it gets really cold, whether its my modular helmet for rain or half helmet for dry weather. Love my half helmet over the modular for mobility and vision. Waterproof boots (I have Danner and Tour Master Solution) with good wool socks. You might need electric socks if you have a problem with your toes getting too cold. I ride rain or shine, as long as there is no ice on the road. It gets pretty wild on the coast with the wind a rain. Keeping dry is the most important issue I deal with, I believe I have the best gear for the purpose.

 

Just bundle up and ride!

 

I wear a 3/4 helmet, thermals, jeans, chaps, couple layers on top, jacket and gauntlet leather gloves. If it is pretty cold, I wear a neck tube or baclava. Just can't do the full helmet, they seem to heavy to me. Course I'm in Georgia, so my version of cold might be different from yours