As the winter winds gradually rise, motorcycle riding enthusiasts face a new challenge – how to stay warm and safe in the biting cold wind. Therefore, choosing the right warm equipment according to budget and needs is not only about comfort during riding, but also an important part of ensuring riding safety. Perfect warm clothing, coupled with professional helmet Bluetooth headphones, enjoy wonderful music, so that you can enjoy riding in winter. Let’s take a look at what essential equipment is!
1. Cycling clothes
Cold-proof cycling jacket: Choosing a cycling jacket with windproof, waterproof and breathable functions is the primary equipment for winter riding. The jacket should have good thermal insulation performance and not hinder physical activity.
Cycling pants: Cycling pants should be loose and comfortable, easy to exercise, and velvet can be added inside to increase the warmth effect. Some cycling pants are also designed with a waterproof layer to protect the legs from rain and snow.
2. Helmets and protective gear
Full-face helmets: As mentioned earlier, full-face helmets are a must-have for winter riding. They not only protect the safety of the head, but also effectively keep warm.
Knee and elbow pads: In cold weather, knee and elbow pads can not only provide additional protection, but also reduce the direct blowing of cold wind on the joints to a certain extent, keeping the joints warm.
3. Heating equipment
Heated cushion: The heated cushion installed on the motorcycle seat is powered by a battery or vehicle power supply to provide continuous warmth for the rider.
Heated handlebars: The heated handlebars are a magic weapon for winter riding. They provide warmth to the hands through heating elements, greatly improving the comfort of riding.
4. Wind and rain protection equipment
Large windshield: Installing a large windshield or raising the windshield for the motorcycle can effectively reduce the direct blowing of cold wind on the rider’s face and improve the comfort of riding.
5. Lighting and signal equipment
High-brightness LED headlights: In winter, as the sky darkens earlier, high-brightness LED headlights can provide better lighting effects to ensure the safety of riders at night or in low light conditions.
Turn signals and tail lights: Ensure that the turn signals and tail lights of the motorcycle are working properly, improve the visibility of the vehicle, and reduce the risk of being hit by other traffic participants.
6. Emergency equipment
First aid kit: If conditions permit, prepare a first aid kit in advance, which contains basic medical supplies such as band-aids, disinfectants, and painkillers to deal with minor injuries that may occur during riding.
Insulating blanket: In an emergency, the insulating blanket can provide temporary warmth for the rider to prevent hypothermia.
Flashlight or headlight: When riding at night or in low light conditions, a flashlight or headlight can provide additional lighting to ensure the safety of the rider.
7. Communication and navigation equipment
Bluetooth headset: Using a Bluetooth headset specially designed for motorcycle helmets, you can easily answer calls or listen to music, which does not affect riding safety and provides riders with additional entertainment and communication methods.
GPS navigator: When riding in winter, due to changes in weather and road conditions, using a GPS navigator can help riders plan a more reasonable itinerary route to avoid getting lost or entering dangerous areas.
