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These are the same reminders that have been posted before but it's good to remind each other of the hazards we face as the weather changes.
1. Remember tires will take longer to warm in cold weather. Go easy a little bit further than normal and let the rubber warm up.
2. Leaves from the trees are falling or have fallen. They are hazard enough - treat them with care. Add the moisture they collect and can maintain, they can be very slick. Again, avoid them if you can, watch for them in your corners and don't be over confident around them.
3. Street snakes (tar stripes on the roadway) and painted lines are more slick during the fall and winter months. Easy does it especially at the lights or in stop and go traffic.
4. Check your visor to see how it handles cold weather/fogging. There are several products and home-remedies that can help combat fogging. In a pinch, spit works smeared lightly over the surface. Another method is mildly soapy water (Dawn is recommended I believe) wiped on the inside surface. This also may be a good time of year to buy a new visor (each year) to ensure the coating is good prior to the cold months.
5. Let your scooter warm up a bit longer before taking off - your engine will thank you.
6. Good glover liners or glover warmers are priceless. You need to feel the road to ride your ride.
7. Layers are your friend but make sure you're able to move freely after application of said layers.
8. Make sure if your riding in the cold to drink plenty of fluids... you can dehydrate FASTER in the cold when trying to stay warm than you might in warm weather trying to stay cool.
9. Remember, it's getting dark earlier for most of us. This may mean you need to pack both a tinted visor and a clear visor if you're commuting or riding late in the day.
That's all I can think of right off. Add yours to the list.
1. Remember tires will take longer to warm in cold weather. Go easy a little bit further than normal and let the rubber warm up.
2. Leaves from the trees are falling or have fallen. They are hazard enough - treat them with care. Add the moisture they collect and can maintain, they can be very slick. Again, avoid them if you can, watch for them in your corners and don't be over confident around them.
3. Street snakes (tar stripes on the roadway) and painted lines are more slick during the fall and winter months. Easy does it especially at the lights or in stop and go traffic.
4. Check your visor to see how it handles cold weather/fogging. There are several products and home-remedies that can help combat fogging. In a pinch, spit works smeared lightly over the surface. Another method is mildly soapy water (Dawn is recommended I believe) wiped on the inside surface. This also may be a good time of year to buy a new visor (each year) to ensure the coating is good prior to the cold months.
5. Let your scooter warm up a bit longer before taking off - your engine will thank you.
6. Good glover liners or glover warmers are priceless. You need to feel the road to ride your ride.
7. Layers are your friend but make sure you're able to move freely after application of said layers.
8. Make sure if your riding in the cold to drink plenty of fluids... you can dehydrate FASTER in the cold when trying to stay warm than you might in warm weather trying to stay cool.
9. Remember, it's getting dark earlier for most of us. This may mean you need to pack both a tinted visor and a clear visor if you're commuting or riding late in the day.
That's all I can think of right off. Add yours to the list.
