Winter is here folks, but that doesn't mean we can't keep riding. How can we stave off
the bone chilling wind and cold? Heated gear, of course!
Heated gear keeps various parts of your body warm while riding in winter temperatures, so just say no to Hypothermia! I'm a year round rider, and though I've since moved to Austin, Texas where winter riding is pretty tolerable, I used to live in Baltimore, Maryland where winter riding involved below freezing temps for extended periods of time and a good bit of that white stuff. Heated gear is a wonderful thing - trust me on this. I used to own a heated vest and gloves.
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Heated gear is just that; motorcycle clothing and accessories that use a heating element to create warmth.
A few Heated Gear Manufacturers:
Widder
Warm & Safe
WarmGear
Gerbing
Many Motorcycle companies also offer their own versions (Harley Davidson and BMW immediately come to mind), which are usually produced by premium manufacturers. Of course that usually means all the quality at twice the price, but that sort of thing is up to the individual customer.
How Does Heated Motorcycle Gear Work?
Most Heated gear uses anywhere from 15 to 100 watts depending on the brand and the amount of gear you use while riding.
You have two types of power output really. You can power it from your motorcycle battery, or you can run it on self contained, rechargeable batteries placed or sewn directly into the article of clothing. That's not to say they are interchangeable so see what kind of power supply it requires before you buy it!
I owned the plug in type that ran on my motorcycle's 12 volt battery. It provided unlimited riding hours. The drawback is that this means it ONLY works when riding. Walk away from the bike and you walk away from the heat.
The self contained style has a lithium battery (usually 7.4 volt) supply and lasts an average of 4 to 10 hours depending on the heat setting. When the battery is dead you have to plug in to the battery charger and 4 hours later; presto! The self contained provides a little more flexibility and warmth when you are away from the motorcycle.
All of the clothes work with a temp. controller that you can manually set to the desired temp. If you use several pieces of heated gear, they usually connect together so that one control works them all, thus preventing you from looking like a science fiction robot reject.
Heated Gear Clothing Choices:
jacket liners
jackets
vest liners
arm chaps
glove liners
gloves
pants liners
socks.
Prices run from to 0 depending on what heated gear you purchase.
Tips for Wear
Heated gear is worn as close to your body as you can without actually touching your skin. For this reason, I preferred the vest liner and glove liner to the actual jacket and glove option. Also, I always wore leathers as my outer layer for both wind and crash protection.
Always remember that wind chill is as much your enemy as actual temperature. The thermometer doesn't tell the whole story, so dress warm. Also, avoid riding for extended lengths of time in the cold as you run the risk of lowering your core temp too much or getting dehydrated - a thing you might not expect to happen in the cold.
Black Friday Milwaukee 2694-24 M18 18-Volt 4-Tool Cordless Combo Kit 2011 Deals
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Black Friday Milwaukee 2694-24 M18 18-Volt 4-Tool Cordless Combo Kit Feature
- M18 cordless 1/2-inch hammer drill/driver with Milwaukee 4-pole frameless motor delivers 550 in./lbs. of peak torque, 0-450/0-1,700 RPM and 29,000 BPM
- M18 cordless Sawzall reciprocating saw with patented gear-protecting clutch and counter balance mechanism
- M18 cordless 6-1/2-inch circular saw delivers 3,500 RPM with magnesium upper and lower guards for maximum durability
- M18 cordless work light provides a fold-away hook for hands-free use and a 135-degree rotating head to direct light at the work area
- Includes 2 M18 XC high-capacity lithium-ion batteries, 1-hour charger, a general-purpose Sawzall blade, contractor bag
Black Friday Milwaukee 2694-24 M18 18-Volt 4-Tool Cordless Combo Kit Overview
The Milwaukee 2694-24 M18 18-volt cordless four-tool combo kit provides tools that boast patented technologies and electronics, innovative motor designs, and superior ergonomics for power, comfort, and performance. Powered by lithium-ion batteries, this four-tool kit includes the 2602-20 1/2-inch hammer drill/driver, 2620-20 Sawzall reciprocating saw, 2630-20 circular saw, and work light.
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 M18 Circular Saw delivers 3,500 RPM with magnesium upper and lower guards for maximum durability. View larger. |
Included in the kit is the 2602-20 1/2-inch hammer drill/driver, which is able to drill 20 percent faster in concrete than the competition. It owes its robust performance to a four-pole motor that delivers 550 inch/pounds of peak torque and 29,000 BPM, and it features a variable-speed trigger that provides speed control between 0-1,700 RPM (high speed) and 0-450 RPM (low speed) and an all-metal 1/2-inch single-sleeve ratcheting chuck for bit retention. For added flexibility and long life, this hammer drill/driver has the only metal gear case in its class.
 M18 Cordless Work Light provides a fold-away hook for hands free use. View larger. |
Able to make fast, clean horizontal cuts, the kit's 2630-20 circular saw boasts rough-and-tough magnesium guards for maximum durability and an electronic brake to quickly stop the blade. An aircraft aluminum shoe provides accuracy, while an ergonomic, compact, and lightweight design includes a soft-grip handle for all-day comfort and control.
Finally, the work light included in the kit illuminates your work space. Its compact, ergonomic design combines with a 135-degree rotating head for easy adjustments, while a fold-away utility hook enables both hands-free use and space-saving storage.
 Reliable, long-lasting LITHIUM-ION power is just one part of a full feature set. |
Cordless power frees you from the hassle of extension cords, but a cordless tool is only as reliable as its battery--that's where Milwaukee's M18 XC high-capacity lithium-ion batteries come in. Engineered to deliver torque, speed, and extended runtime, these batteries make use of Milwaukee's trademarked Digital Power Management technology to ensure long battery life. Additionally, overload protection, a temperature management system, and individual cell voltage monitoring guard your battery and your tools during tough jobs.
A convenient power gauge on each battery displays remaining runtime, and a second battery is included with the kit, so you never have to worry about running out of power in the middle of a task. Plus the M18 lithium-ion battery charger is designed to recharge batteries in one hour or less.
Since lithium-ion batteries are significantly smaller and lighter than 18-volt NiCad batteries, they play an integral role in keeping Milwaukee's M18 tools ergonomic and comfortable to use. For added versatility, M18 tools also work with even lighter M18 compact lithium-ion batteries (not included).
M18 Series Tools: Innovative, Powerful, and Easy to Handle
Launched in 2008, the M18 series from Milwaukee balances power and ergonomics. M18 tools pack the best-in-class, heavy-duty performance that you expect from Milwaukee into lighter, more compact bodies than those of traditional tools. This translates to improved versatility on the jobsite and reduced user fatigue at the end of the workday.
About the Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation
In 1924 Milwaukee Electric Tool introduced the Hole-Shooter, the first lightweight, portable, one-handed 1/4-inch capacity drill, and the company has been dedicated to producing innovative, heavy-duty electric power tools that meet the needs of professional users ever since.
Milwaukee's product line has grown to include more than 500 tools and over 3,500 accessories. Milwaukee uses state-of-the-art technologies and sophisticated manufacturing techniques to ensure that quality is built into each of its tools, resulting in durable and reliable professional products.
Warranty
This tool is backed by a five-year warranty that protects against defects in materials or workmanship. M18 XC High-Capacity LITHIUM-ION batteries are backed by a five-year, 2,000-charge warranty.
What's in the Box
One 1/2-inch hammer drill/driver; one Sawzall reciprocating saw; one 6.5-inch circular saw; M18 work light; two M18 XC high-capacity lithium-ion batteries; one one-hour charger; one general-purpose Sawzall blade; and one contractor bag.
 The Milwaukee M18 line includes a full complement of compact, powerful cordless tools that are built to last. |
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