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Riding in the rain
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Bob Denman
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:agree: The Spyders do a pretty good job of shoveling all of the weather around the operator of the bike.
(The passenger WILL get some "BackDraft" rain...)
In light rain; I don't even stop for raingear; it simply isn't needed... :thumbup:
(The passenger WILL get some "BackDraft" rain...)
In light rain; I don't even stop for raingear; it simply isn't needed... :thumbup:
den1953
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Tire Tread Wear
The biggest thing is preventing hydroplaning, usually big deep puddles can cause this even for cars & trucks. If you have to cross a big puddle slow down. Another big factor is tire tread depth as bald or nearly bald tires will slip instead of grip on wet pavement. At any rate it would pay to slow down a bit on wet roads.
The biggest thing is preventing hydroplaning, usually big deep puddles can cause this even for cars & trucks. If you have to cross a big puddle slow down. Another big factor is tire tread depth as bald or nearly bald tires will slip instead of grip on wet pavement. At any rate it would pay to slow down a bit on wet roads.
do like SCUBA divers do on their masks
Spit, rub, and rinse in the rain. We also use some pink drops that will keep our masks clear for a half dozen or so dives. I think that stuff was called 5000psi or some such.
Spit, rub, and rinse in the rain. We also use some pink drops that will keep our masks clear for a half dozen or so dives. I think that stuff was called 5000psi or some such.
Bob Denman
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Why is "SubDriver", asking about riding in wet conditions? :shocked:
Shouldn't he already be used to the wettest ones??
:joke:
Shouldn't he already be used to the wettest ones??
:joke:
SubDriver
New member
No....never ever want water in the people tank!!Why is "SubDriver", asking about riding in wet conditions? :shocked:
Shouldn't he already be used to the wettest ones??
:joke:
joet82
New member
#1 - Stay calm
#2 - Use Rain-X on your helmet's visor
#3 - rain gear
#4 - keep moving, you'll only get really wet if you stop
Those are my tips. and I ride mine in snow. and I'm in WA, so the rain is unavoiable at times....the biggest thing is just be ready for it. carry your rain gear with you at all times.
#2 - Use Rain-X on your helmet's visor
#3 - rain gear
#4 - keep moving, you'll only get really wet if you stop
Those are my tips. and I ride mine in snow. and I'm in WA, so the rain is unavoiable at times....the biggest thing is just be ready for it. carry your rain gear with you at all times.
oldguyinTX
New member
As said before, good rain gear is the ticket, along with waterproof boots & gloves. Our gloves say waterproof on the tag, but I spray them with a water repellent as well. I also work sno-seal into our boots. You would be surprised how (relatively) comfortable you can be riding in the rain with the right gear. Our gear is on the RT at all times. And yes, slow down as well & be on guard for hydroplaning. At SpyderQuest last month, the wife & I rode about 75 miles in the rain on Saturday, most of that on I-87. Only problem was, we (I) forgot to bring the waterproof gloves :banghead:, we were wearing our summer mesh gloves, so our hands got very wet. Thank goodness for heated grips!! The gloves now live with the rain gear so I don't get in trouble again.
PrairieSpyder
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:agree:
If it starts raining while I'm already on the road, I pull under an overpass or at a gas station canopy to put on my rain gear. Then I just keep going and enjoy the ride! I want to try one of these:
The only other thing I'd add is to give the semis and other cages a wide berth because of the tire spray.
Bob Denman
New member
Got it... :thumbup:
AeroPilot
Member
what Bob said...
Most showers here in CO don,t last long, and a rain jacket is sufficient. Pull over when its done and wipe off the shields and you're good to go. Got drenched the last 20 minutes coming to the motel in NM in August. Oh well. Got drowned with standing water going through Denver in late August and we should have pulled over as the water was pooling on the front of the seats, I cracked a crossover pipe on the Harley due to cold stress added to fatigue probably, and later poured a quarter cup of water out of the horn volute. Wifey was damp on the Spyder but drove a little saner and Spydee seemed good with it all.
It we lived back east we probably would wear the full suits and pull over or slow down more often. Overall, slow down and ride your own ride!
Most showers here in CO don,t last long, and a rain jacket is sufficient. Pull over when its done and wipe off the shields and you're good to go. Got drenched the last 20 minutes coming to the motel in NM in August. Oh well. Got drowned with standing water going through Denver in late August and we should have pulled over as the water was pooling on the front of the seats, I cracked a crossover pipe on the Harley due to cold stress added to fatigue probably, and later poured a quarter cup of water out of the horn volute. Wifey was damp on the Spyder but drove a little saner and Spydee seemed good with it all.
It we lived back east we probably would wear the full suits and pull over or slow down more often. Overall, slow down and ride your own ride!
BLUEKNIGHT911
Sadly Passed Oct 2024 - RIP
EVERYONE ...PLEASE DO THIS
SLOW DOW......all veh's and especially Spyders Hydroplane .....There are NO tires made that will prevent it ...NOT even the ones that cost $1000 each that they put on F-1 race cars.............................JMHO.....Mike :thumbup:
SLOW DOW......all veh's and especially Spyders Hydroplane .....There are NO tires made that will prevent it ...NOT even the ones that cost $1000 each that they put on F-1 race cars.............................JMHO.....Mike :thumbup:
Chupaca
New member
Agree..!!
with those that pull over suit up and keep ryding. Slowing down and pulling to the slow lane (freeway travel) is also a good idea. We are assuming you vehicle is in good shape. If squirrly or visiblity is too bad get off and wait it out...don't push your limits...:lecturef_smilie:
with those that pull over suit up and keep ryding. Slowing down and pulling to the slow lane (freeway travel) is also a good idea. We are assuming you vehicle is in good shape. If squirrly or visiblity is too bad get off and wait it out...don't push your limits...:lecturef_smilie:
Bob Denman
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:shocked: Gene...
You live in Southern California; how much rain do you get to ride in?
(You lucky Dawg!! :thumbup
You live in Southern California; how much rain do you get to ride in?
(You lucky Dawg!! :thumbup
Here in Florida one does not have time to get one's rain gear on. So do not be afraid to get wet. It is after all only water. Slow down a little, stay in middle lane if possible. I find that the wind screen kicks the water coming over the top into my eye level. I also have been warned through the years not to use "rain-x" at all. I put car wax on my visor and water rolls right off.
easysuper
Active member
Riding in the Rain
Living in Oregon , the land of liquid sunshine , is one of the reasons we went to the Spyders .ke is SLOW DOWN , Mike is right and carry good rain gear . We have spent 300 mile days in the rain in February and with heated jackets we have extended our riding days . We try to stay off the Super Slab as the spray from the 18 wheelers are not fun . Carry extra gloves and make sure you waterproof your boots and enjoy the ride .
Living in Oregon , the land of liquid sunshine , is one of the reasons we went to the Spyders .ke is SLOW DOWN , Mike is right and carry good rain gear . We have spent 300 mile days in the rain in February and with heated jackets we have extended our riding days . We try to stay off the Super Slab as the spray from the 18 wheelers are not fun . Carry extra gloves and make sure you waterproof your boots and enjoy the ride .
Dragonrider
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I agree with the "stay off the SS" - but I avoid riding in the rain whenever possible. I have a $20 rain suit from Costo that covers the few times I can't...
moe113097
New member
can't avoid rain
down here in south florida you would end up not riding all summer if you plan on riding after 12.during the summer time if we go out planning to ride for the day it's almost 100% sure we will hit a rain shower ( actually feels good ),10 miles later we're nice and dry
down here in south florida you would end up not riding all summer if you plan on riding after 12.during the summer time if we go out planning to ride for the day it's almost 100% sure we will hit a rain shower ( actually feels good ),10 miles later we're nice and dry
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