<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nAnother option is handlebar muffs. Some people can’t bear to be without them, and some people will happily suffer the cold rather than use them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The simple truth is they’re very effective, especially if you’re out in the cold all day long. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The way it works is that it’s zero degrees outside, then at 60 miles an hour, you’re dealing with a wind chill factor of minus 9 degrees Celsius.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With muffs, it means you’re only battling the ambient temperature inside the muff. The other advantage of muffs is that they are waterproof, which can pay big dividends if you use heated grips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Gloves can get wet from heating moisture going through the waterproof membrane. Scientifically it’s a process known as reverse osmosis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some couriers use fingerless gloves with heated grips and muffs to get the grip heat straight to their fingers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The hands feel warmer because there’s a thinner barrier stopping the heat from the grips getting to the hands, and the muffs stop the heat from being dragged off the back of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Another pain in the fingertips is the constant breaking and clutch demands placed on a commuting rider. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Keeping your fingers away from those icy cold levers is impossible, especially in traffic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The only solution I found for this is oxford lever sleeves, which are foam rubber sleeves for your levers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
They can be a very tight fit, especially on thicker levers, so look at them carefully before trying to put them on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Another way to keep your hands warm is with inner gloves. Some people swear by them; others swear at them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Yes, it’s another layer, but they don’t work for me. I think they add an uncomfortable thickness to the glove and push out the air that keeps you warm in the first place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, many people swear by them, so they may well work for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
That’s how I’ve been keeping warm on the road for more years than I care to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As with anything, motorcycling it’s whatever works for you. There are plenty to choose from, and I hope you picked up some tips to help keep you comfortable on the road this winter.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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