Comments on: Where Have All The Riders Gone?

By: Harley Motorcycle Tires

Harley Motorcycle Tires — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 06:23:28 +0000

I love that picture; very vivid. It shows how deserted the paths are. Many riders fear that type of weather and wouldn’t dare ride in that kind of temperature. Me too. Am one of them.

By: scgt

scgt — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 15:30:55 +0000

It's strange; but if you take a poll (as I did earlier this year), a high percentage of voters would say they will ride in any weather (any temperature). In reality, it's more like what you see--sub-60 days, no riders found.

_Lorenzo

By: sparkey

sparkey — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 18:09:07 +0000

Hey there, Thanks for the tip on the black diamond mitts. I know it was from a few years ago, but they still sell them, and yes they are working great as temperatures drop here in portland oregon. I commuted to work all last winter, and by the time I reached home in the evenings (16 miles) my hands were numb every night. I'm sure it will be a better winter...

Great blog...

Joe

By: Sojourner rides

Sojourner rides — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 15:51:26 +0000

I am always pleasantly surprised when I see another motorcycle out there. I notice that our waves to each other are more vigorous; I guess, we’re just happy to see that we’re still holding out. Thank goodness for heated gear! I will retire my iron horse during much kicking and screaming.

By: Steve Williams

Steve Williams — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 02:41:57 +0000

Earl Thomas: When cold weather arrives I think the remaining riders are interested in something other than recreation.

At least it is the case for me.

Kelsey: I don't see a need around here to put a scooter or motorcycle into mothballs. Lots of cold days the roads are clear.

Good luck with your cold weather adventures!

By: Steve Williams

Steve Williams — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 02:36:51 +0000

Stew: I hear you. My commute is even shorter so I can take a lot of cold for the time it takes me to get to work.

Ride carefully and maybe I'll see you sometime.

Chuck: The MP3 seems like a great cold weather machine as it offers a lot of protection from the wind and elements. An electric vest and gloves would make it almost luxurious!

By: Steve Williams

Steve Williams — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 02:33:16 +0000

bobskoot: Hand guards would be a nice thing to have. I have seen pictures of Vespa scooters with them but I have never taken the initiative to get some. Maybe this year.

You need to make a bobskoot picture. Those will be far more interesting. And there is nothing wrong with buildings and concrete!

By: Steve Williams

Steve Williams — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 02:30:37 +0000

Anonymous: It's nice not having to worry about finding a motorcycle parking space now.

Danny: My hands have always been my weak link in cold weather riding. Electric gloves solved a lot of the problem and now I am good to about 5F.

By: Steve Williams

Steve Williams — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 02:28:31 +0000

Mike: I rode through some light rain and didn't have the right clothes. It was miserable. I ride in bad weather but I don't like the cold and dampness getting past my gear.

Peter: I think the economy has just had an impact on riders. Or at least new ones. I thought there were fewer scooters on the road too.

Gut feeling. No scientific evidence to support that idea.

By: Steve Williams

Steve Williams — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 02:25:39 +0000

Richard: I feel myself slipping too. The cold cuts through my heart and bones. The excitement of riding keeps me going but I wonder how long that will be the case as the old mellows continue to develop...

Jack Riepe: You have a reasonable and rational approach to cooler and colder weather.

A heated seat?? That's almost cheating.