Went for a little ride today, the warmest day of the coming week. I wish the traffic had been lighter (and that I'd dressed warmer) but all-in-all it was a good day. Just me and the SV.
What were the temps? I'm curious since you mentioned it. Or were you just underdressed. I think that's the biggest mistake we make as riders this time of year. Overestimating the feel of the temps!
It was mid 80s in Denver, but once I got up into them thar hills the temperatures dropped. Not only was I wearing a very thin t-shirt under my jacket, but I had my summer (mesh) gloves on.
While it wasn't necessarily cold, at speeds it was chillier than I was expecting.
Ya see? That's exactly what I'm talking about. We tend to forget that temps in other areas can surprise us. And I imagine on a sport bike (with little to no storage) that bringing extra gear is something you have to think about in advance.
Usually. If I know I'm hitting elevation I'll bring my tankbag and a shirt or sweater or something, but yeah, usually sportbikes don't have the extra storage. We just have to tough it up.
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While it wasn't necessarily cold, at speeds it was chillier than I was expecting.