I took my bike (V STAR 950) to work this morning at a balmy 72 degrees which was real nice. Only problem was the time of day. 6am. By 4:30pm the temps were 105 and I'm sure 120+ 12"
from the asphalt. My ride is in town with lots of stop and go. Question... how hot is too hot for the bike? For me, it was over the top. I don't plan on riding again until it cools. Something about a convection oven blowing in my face for 40 min just isn't fun.
The entire ride I kept thinking about the bike and if there was a chance to do any damage to it due to the excessive heat.
I know there are those of you who think 105 is just a cool breeze (like Phoenix) so what are your experiences with riding in this type of heat?
from the asphalt. My ride is in town with lots of stop and go. Question... how hot is too hot for the bike? For me, it was over the top. I don't plan on riding again until it cools. Something about a convection oven blowing in my face for 40 min just isn't fun.
The entire ride I kept thinking about the bike and if there was a chance to do any damage to it due to the excessive heat.
I know there are those of you who think 105 is just a cool breeze (like Phoenix) so what are your experiences with riding in this type of heat?