08-29-2013, 09:59 AM
I live in upstate S Carolina--1 mile to NC border and I ride year round unless there is ice or snow. Many day rides my buddies and I have started with temps in the mid 20s, however we all have heated jacket liners and heated gloves and 2 have heated grips. It is amazing what heated gear will do for you, you're warm, the heat from the liner will seep up into your helmet, and the engine / radiator will keep your legs and feet maybe not warm but not so cold as to be uncomfortable. I've installed heated grips on the CB and a power outlet for my Gerbing jacket liner. Heated gear is expensive but it allows riding far beyond the usual riding season.
