My new heated gear

[peterbaron]

Since last season, I was looking for a heated gear, mostly gloves, but a few times my chest got chilly as well.
Tested variety of battery-operated gloves but all of them had fingers length issue...too long, however some of them were of very good look and quality.
Finally, after some research, I found a battery-operated heated jacket in a store near where I work but due to some issues had to return it.

This time, I found a different local store that had everything I needed and decided to go by 12V, not battery.
The heated gear includes:
* skinny liner that can be used with both of my jackets
* gloves, not perfectly moto but I am OK with it as these fit 85-90% perfect, no bulky fingers ...
* independent, two-channel temp control, SAE adapter harness+++ , all plug N play.
Here are a couple pics for now.

Useful report will come within few days.

12V Heated Jacket Liner Gen-X4 | GEARS Canada

12V Heated Gloves | Gen-X4 - Superior Warmth and Comfort

Dual Temperature Controller for GEARS Heated Clothing

SAE to Female Coax Adapter • GEARS

GEARS • Seize Your Adventure!

If this set up works for me, I will extend my moto season by at least one month and it looks like as of next season, I may tailgate our Defender of the Realm...:hello:

:excited:

 

[the Ferret]

You will be amazed how these items will elevate your riding enjoyment.

Today was day 275 of riding for me. (Need 25 of the next 53 to make my yearly 300 goal). Used my heated grips for the third time this morning. From what the weather terrorists are telling me, I'll be wearing my Warm n Safe heated jacket liner again starting next week. Snug as a bug I tell ya, and riding the curves with a big ol smile on my face

 

[GoldOxide_imp]

I've never had a chilly chest while riding in cold weather - and zero heated gear.

My finger tips tend to take the hit. Heated gloves have recently fixed that.

Oh, and the frozen eyeball (about -50C with freeway windchill). No heated gear can fix that, except maybe a heated helmet I suppose.

 

[Tev62]

I have used a heated vest for years and occasional use of some heated glove liners. Nothing better than a run out on a cold dry chilly day and you end up far more focused on the ride than being focused on how cold you are. As you say, perfect for extending the season.

It is most important to have a snug fit with these heated liners. If they are not snug fitting the effectiveness drops exponentially.

 

[peterbaron]

I've never had a chilly chest while riding in cold weather - and zero heated gear.

My finger tips tend to take the hit. Heated gloves have recently fixed that.

Oh, and the frozen eyeball (about -50C with freeway windchill). No heated gear can fix that, except maybe a heated helmet I suppose.

...ouch, then in this case, you most likely had a cold breast

I have used a heated vest for years and occasional use of some heated glove liners. Nothing better than a run out on a cold dry chilly day and you end up far more focused on the ride than being focused on how cold you are. As you say, perfect for extending the season.

It is most important to have a snug fit with these heated liners. If they are not snug fitting the effectiveness drops exponentially.

Yes, it has a snug fit, and tomorrow is my first day to test it!

 

[peterbaron]

You will be amazed how these items will elevate your riding enjoyment.

Today was day 275 of riding for me. (Need 25 of the next 53 to make my yearly 300 goal). Used my heated grips for the third time this morning. From what the weather terrorists are telling me, I'll be wearing my Warm n Safe heated jacket liner again starting next week. Snug as a bug I tell ya, and riding the curves with a big ol smile on my face

You are perfectly correct ******
Test 1
Today, I went for a longer spin/294 mile to test my newly bought heated gear.
"Unfortunately," the weather was not cooperating due to unusually hi 17C/63F temp for this season, so I could only set the inner liner at heat-1, no heated gloves needed. Would be OK without any heat as well.
The liner worked fantastically, felt warmth everywhere, neck, upper-middle-lower back, chest and both arms. Staying warm creates faster blood circulation, so even my legs, bum and hands stayed very warm.
BIG difference with or without heated gear, when needed.
Very happy with the purchase.
Awaiting cooler days, but I am very sure, I will not be disappointed, cos the liner and gloves have 6 heat setting, each and independently.

:excited:

 

[the Ferret]

Awesome. Report back when its in the low to mid 40s

 

[peterbaron]

I will, next week is getting cooler.

 

[GoldOxide_imp]

I will, next week is getting cooler.

We should meet-up PB in Kincardine, Ontario during the second week of February. You have the heated gear now. Ride in on the Deluxe CB1100.

 

[peterbaron]

Today was a cooler day, 14C/57F so had my heat set at 2-3, but when coming back home the temp suddenly dropped down to 8C/46F with rain and fog, so I had to crank it up to 4, while wearing my rain gear.
These setting are for my warmer jacket but without its original liner that I removed to accommodate the heated liner.
For colder days, my jacket with its liner will be used simultaneously with the heated liner, so the heat setting might be 1 steps lower, I guess?

 

[Cormanus]

So how was it when you had to turn it up, peterbaron?

 

[the Ferret]

I used mine this morning at 36 degrees and raining. The Oxford grips inside the handlebar muffs were actually too warm at 30% ( the lowest setting)

 

[GoldOxide_imp]

So how was it when you had to turn it up, peterbaron?

(+1) The Forum folks want a report.

 

[peterbaron]

Yeah...
The control module has two independent circuits.
The red knob with red indicator controls the liner, unlike the black one with green led manages the gloves. These can be switched for ones liking, if desired.

Temporary, I keep the controller in my jacket's pocket, yes it requires stopping to change the setting.
Testing and thinking of a perfect solution with two options so far:
* permanently installing the controller at the handlebar. This requires buying a 2-foot extension und run it under the tank, however this option would not allow having the heated gear when switching bikes, unless I duplicate extension installation on my DLX
* transferable location above my L knee
This requires a 2-inch wide Velcro strap with riveted a small leather strap to clip on the controller. No extension needed, very quick transfer , very handy and visible location. I think, I'll stick with this option
Suggestions are welcome.

 

[GoldOxide_imp]

... the "transferable" option would be nice.

Then the gear could be also be used for winter outdoor activities like ice-fishing, and similar Canadian past-times requiring some source of heat - especially if on the move. You might need to carry a 12V power source though.

 

[Tev62]

... the "transferable" option would be nice.

Then the gear could be also be used for winter outdoor activities like ice-fishing, and similar Canadian past-times requiring some source of heat - especially if on the move. You might need to carry a 12V power source though.

Yes, I regularly walk my dog in the winter with my heated vest which has an optional small battery. Without the wind chill a low setting is good enough to get the benefit.

 

[the Ferret]

Just got in from a 42 mile ride. Had the heated grips (inside handlebar muffs) on 30% and the heated jacket liner at about 60%. Was plenty warm. Great ride.

 

[peterbaron]

 

[GoldOxide_imp]

... the "transferable" option would be nice.

Then the gear could be also be used for winter outdoor activities like ice-fishing, and similar Canadian past-times requiring some source of heat - especially if on the move. You might need to carry a 12V power source though.

Yes, I regularly walk my dog in the winter with my heated vest which has an optional small battery. Without the wind chill a low setting is good enough to get the benefit.

Sounds ideal Tev - good multi-use of motorcycle riding gear, especially during an "off season".

 

[peterbaron]

Next update:

On my white std, I clocked 70km/45 miles at 4C/39F, wind 21km/13 miles, 50/50 cloud&sun, travelling speed 100km/62 miles.
The heated liner did a balmy job!!, out of 7 setting, I used 4-5-6, without using jacket's liner.
Start loving winter rides :banana:

Had to shorten my trip due to cold hands as there is a wiring length and connector location issue with the heated gloves - no comments at this point as I am looking for a resolution with the seller.

For the time being, the heat control panel is mounted as per pic, red for the jacket, black for gloves:

P.S. Just in case I catch some moto flu, I'll need Ferret or GO to do member sitting, as these two are most experienced winter care providers who pushed me into winter riding