Perfect Conditions for a Winter Motorcycle Ride 🏍️

🌞 30 degrees and sunny—perfect conditions for a motorcycle ride! With the right gear, of course. 🏍️

I set off from my usual central NJ starting point at 9:30 am after installing a pair of new HVMP bar ends to eliminate handlebar vibrations. 🔧 The installation gave me a chance to use the hex and star keys from my new set of Cruz tools (an Amazon purchase from last weekend's non-riding downtime). 🛠️ Also making its debut in my setup today was an iPhone 7 Plus 📱.

Today's main mission was to continue testing Venture's heated jacket and gloves. 🧥🧤 With recent weather alternating between the 50s and 60s or snowing, finding ideal riding conditions has been challenging. Nevertheless, any riding day in January is a gift. 🎁

Despite the low temperatures, Venture's heated liner kept me comfortable. Its superior heating elements and effective wind-breaking properties allowed me to ride in a three-season BMW Air Shell jacket. Unlike Januarys of the past, I no longer feel like the Stay-Puft Marshmallow Man in bulky winter gear. 😅

I spent the first 50 miles of the morning meandering through the western NJ hills, shaking off my riding rust. 🏞️ After a fuel stop and a quick lunch, I tackled the next 100 miles on back roads with growing enthusiasm and energy. 🚴 Sticking to my commitments, I wrapped up my ride at 3:30 pm with 150 miles under my belt. ✅

For more details and photos, check out the Bike Equipment page. 📸

The iPhone 7 Plus 📱 features two rear-facing cameras 📷. With the Portrait mode, users can capture photos with a clear foreground and blurred background. 🌟

These pictures 📸 were taken in the scenic western hills of NJ. 🏞️ Hills, horses 🐎, and farms 🚜 in New Jersey? Indeed! 🌟 It's a hidden gem that surprises many.

The 2013 R1200R 🏍️ is the perfect photo subject. 🖼️ Note the horse 🐎 in the background. Picture taken with an iPhone 7 Plus 📱 using the Portrait mode. 🌟