lol good stories. looks like proper gear for it goes a long way. i just got back into riding after a few years off so i have no gear just yet. maybe next year. i can layer up and what not but that's it for this year. plus i can never find clothes that fit me.
Well, I drove 400+ miles to look at a panhead a few years ago and when I got to my destination in Colorado it was 18 below zero. Bike was in a warm garage and the owner started it and commented don't suppose you want to ride it. Hell yes and went for a 5 mile cruise. Worst icecreme headache I've ever had and that was through two stocking hats. Bought the bike by the way.
I've ridden to work at 25 degs 10 miles and wouldn't you know it I couldn't buy a red light to warm up, but after work it was in the 50's. My buddy said that if you need gloves its to cold!
It depends on either duration of the ride and clothing I wear. Also makes a difference if it's sunny or cloudy. With my current warmest gear I feel comfortable for a 2 hrs ride at 50 °F. Have done 44 °F one day for 1 1/2 hrs...couldn't enjoy the last 30 minutes.
Bike went into winter storage today...back in saddle again in March...