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BryD959

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to the experienced riders: how much does the temperature of the pavement effect your traction? or does it at all/
since it has really gotten colder in the last few days i have noticed my tires slip a bit in a few turns. can the ground and air being very cold even effect the traction the motorcycle tires have with the pavement? maybe its in my head. my tires are definitely worn in but not at the end of their life yet. and I stay on top of my tire pressure.

hoping those seasoned riders can share experience. thanks in advance.
 
Road temp and material plays a huge role in your traction. Even in the winter, if you stop for gas, take your glove off and feel your tire, it will be hot. Now in summer that is multiplied, and then take road material in account. Asphalt is very 'grippy', holds heat really well, but it breaks down quick. I always have to clean off my Chin fairing after a little stint over asphalt, but really never worry about losing my traction. I absolutly hate that smooth cement the like to put on interstate highways. I really like that that pavement that is really gritty, id hate to go down on it, but I never feel my tires slip on it. Hope this helps
 
Yes, your tires won't get up to the same temperature since the road and air keep cooling them. Also, the oil becomes more dense as temp drops and your suspension will react differently.
 
I dont ride after the road commission starts salting. Even though the roads are dry, the salt gets pulverized where its almost like sand on the road. Its bad for traction and horrible on metal.
 
Ya, stupid salt anyway!!!lol

I rode last all the way up till it started snowing. If you want to ride that long, just take it easy and slow around corners. I was going slow enough to drag my feet till I was going straight again. Then also keep in mind your stopping isn't going to be the same either. The rear tire can get away from you easier on the cold/slick pavement. Look for black ice as well. The pavement will be darker then normal and it could be a thin layer of ice on it. So give your self some more room between you and the veichle infront of you. Don't forget about the rear veichle either.

If you haven't invested into some good cold weather gloves I would do so. When your fingers start getting cold or go numb, your ability to react slows down, and your ability to control your fingers degrades as well. I.E. gripping the front brake might result in more pressure then what is needed. Thats all I can think of right now for riding in cold weather.
 


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