Cold and Wet Motorcycle ride on Royal Enfield Himalayan. KemiMoto heated socks,Gloves,Vest

[@leonardmcdermott7703]

Be careful Sandy, three falls in quick succession is something not to be ignored. You have to be fighting fit for your subscribers remember 😊.

[@WiltshireMan]

Hopefully these events will only come in 3's:)

[@campfire52]

Well it sounds like the heated vest is quite helpful for cycling for sure and there might be at least a little benefit from using the gloves and socks possibly. I guess that the concept sounds pretty worthwhile overall and worth a try anyway. Thanks for testing them out and giving us your thoughts and opinions. And thanks for sharing another of your outings with us and allowing us to absorb some of the beauty of the area and a little portion of the history. Those cottages are just amazing and with so much quality in the way they were designed and built. They look like they are very well preserved and should be around for many more decades for all to enjoy. I am looking forward to your future adventures, see you on the next one.

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Terry, The vest works quite well I think, as for the others I'm not sure, I was expecting more warmth from the gloves, maybe as temps drop they will get hotter??

[@andrewewan624]

As a year round motorcycle rider of some 50 years.. several as a full time instructor..so out for hours in the wet and cold..l have tried everything to combat to the rain and cold Modern clothing has improved so much over the years... BUT a couple of my tips are Heated vests / jackets are a game changer...keeps your core warm and comfortable..and you can focus on the ride The biggest issues was always my hands. Yes..heated grips/ gloves help.. BUT the rain is then still an issue Solution...which many will not use as the look crap..lol Quality handlebar muffs..and heated grips Hands kept dry..and warm ..and you can still wear summer gloves for greater dexterity Stay safe

[@WiltshireMan]

I would be happy to add muffs to Chug the Himalayan. It may improve it's looks:)

[@adrianstrand1120]

No such thing as bad weather for the Wiltshire Man 👍🏻

[@piearm1271]

As a 19 year old I rode home from the lakes to south London in rain most of the way and gloves that were showerproof. When I stopped to refuel an older rider told me to put plastic bags over my gloves to keep the wind off. Very thin bags. Held the twist grip well enough and helped me get warm again. While riding take in a deep breath try and shut your mouth and nasal passages and squeeze hard with the diaphragm helps build some body heat quickly. Best thing I ever bought was a hi viz contractors coat to wear over all my bike gear.

[@DanOpdal]

Thank you for sharing your adventure! Sorry about your fall, Sandy. I'm glad that you didn't get hurt. Cheers!

[@SteveSeadog]

Hi Sandy. After watching your previous vid on the Kemimoto heated gilet, I bought one for my wife, who feels the cold more than I do, not that she ever rides pillion, just uses it when she's watching TV, reading, sewing etc. Saves having to turn-on the central heating so often. The only downside is that it take a long time to recharge the battery, so having a spare would be good. Right, have to go and load-up the bike with camping gear now. Off to the woods tonight for my first ever hammock camp. Wish me luck! 😁 Take care.

[@WiltshireMan]

Hi Steve, The gillet works well, I am pleased with mine, I thought the gloves and socks could have been warmer though. Having said that the socks were set to minimum but the gloves were on the max setting! Let me know how your hammock camp goes?

[@ASBO_LUTELY]

Michael J Fox - Back to the Future - self drying coat vibes!

[@michaelcase8574]

Rising damp, the words for the day! I find that heated gear that runs off the 12 volts of your bike's battery seem to put out more heat. All things deing equal, a nice ride. Cheers!

[@WiltshireMan]

Possibly got more oomph behind it, the heated vest/gillet I used di work well though

[@NELSON3947]

I cycle around that area as much as I can in the summer....Don't go giving all the secret places away! ;)

[@JC-sl4hk]

Hi Sandy 👋🏻. You are a brave man venturing out in the wet weather 👍👍👍. Lovely photos of the village of Arlington. Man oh man you sure find some muddy spots to take a tumble 😊. Glad that you didn’t damage your ribs again. Take care, stay safe, well and warm. Judy

[@WiltshireMan]

I was also pleased not to hurt myself Judy. One thing life is teaching me at the moment is that I am as exposed to harm and risk as anyone, but life does has it's risks and we should minimise them but perhaps also accept some of them!

[@JC-sl4hk]

@@WiltshireMan I agree, life does have its risks, even more so as we get older. Minimize the risks but don’t eliminate the thrill of taking a risk …. Take care, stay safe, well and happy 👍👍 Judy

[@AliasMrHackenbacker]

A proper real-world review of the heated clothing. This is something I've been considering but haven't known what is best to go for. The weather over the past few months has been atrocious, and as a year round motorcyclist has been testing for my motorcycle gear. Thanks for the review, ride safe.

[@WiltshireMan]

The heated vest seems to work well

[@francismccrossan1669]

It was nice seeing you back out sandy three falls it's telling you something not to take chances not worth it in cold wet weather stay safe and stay healthy and stay warm one life enjoy blessed be

[@davebarney3369]

That was so relaxing watching you ride in the wet whilst I’m in the dry. Falling off isn’t great but I reckon you’ve had your run of bad luck now 👍

[@WiltshireMan]

Hopefully with all the gear I shall be warm and dry Dave

[@ellisc.foleyjr9778]

Well done Sandy. I think you gave a good honest evaluation of the heated gear, considering all things. I find now that I've reached that age where all of a sudden nands feet get cold easy I might consider heated items if and when I decide to go out for any prolonged period of time. And once again you provided more matching town names. Arlington. the one here in New England is just up the road in Vermont about 15 miles away. thanks again for taking this old man on a nice jot about! was listening to a bunch of G-zero's on 10m cw today. band was good here in Hancock ma. 73 agn Sandy de Ellis WA1RKS

[@WiltshireMan]

I can tune up 10 m on my doublet I think Ellis, maybe we should try that sked?

[@whoarewe7515]

A beautiful area you live in.

[@LFH02]

Must treat myself one day, good to see you out and about. thanks for sharing

[@WiltshireMan]

The vest is good Oz

[@Andyb2379]

I do like the sound of a heated vest. I think if you can keep your core warm it tends to do wonders. Go careful on the bike, we need you fit & well for a whole new year of adventure

[@WiltshireMan]

Hi Andy, the vest certainly worked well for me

[@railway-share3820]

Don't know if you've seen it Sandy but on the side panel when watching this was a video by Itchy Boots riding the new Himalayan bike in the Himalayans. She's a Dutch women, I think.

[@WiltshireMan]

Yes I have already seen this, I have been subscribed to Noraly's channel for over 4 years

[@angelanicholls9647]

Oh noooooooooo , another fall😢🏍 please be careful, Sandy. I'm glad the vest jacket kept you warm. I ❤️ love your photography 📸, so many floods here near me, We Live near The Longdendale Trail in Derbyshire, 5 mins from the famous Snake 🐍 Pass, a death wish for manic 🏍 bikers😮😮😮

[@angelanicholls9647]

Glad your OK.

[@WiltshireMan]

Sounds like you live in a beautiful part of the country Angela. Fortunately all good after this tumble:)

[@angelanicholls9647]

@@WiltshireMan glad to hear it. 😍

[@RobertsBulgaria]

Flooding!! That's just a mere puddle, there will be a hosepipe ban next week. Nice ride out and the brown stuff happens, thanks for not editing it out. I saw tonight some Turkish Bushcrafter using a battery heated blanket and I thought to myself, that could be useful and then I find your video with the battery heated clothing. Try them out in your tent/sleeping bag next cold camping trip instead of the hot stove. 👍

[@WiltshireMan]

Hahaa yes Robert it's a funny old world we live in, hosepipe bans will be happening soon no doubt! The battery gear is OK but it only seems to last for a few hours

[@simonwiltshire]

Thankyou sandy i wondered wether that gear would work or not, a nice wet ride out cheers!

[@xeroxene]

Watching from rural Australia, going into a very hot and dry summer. Cold and wet looks pretty good from here. 👍

[@garydumbauld4212]

Back 25 years ago I used to wear heated gloves and jacket. Here in Colorado if the temperature is 90F down on the plains and in the river valleys on the western slope, the temperature up on the mountain passes is always cold. Certainly can be down to freezing and below. Every day. With me, the secret was keeping the back of my neck warm. Made a shoulder-clenching tooth grinding shivering ride into a totally relaxed easy ride. The brand was Gerbing. Great stuff. Ten degrees F with no problems at all. Running on 12 VDC right off the alternator.

[@WiltshireMan]

Hi Gary, I must say the vest does have a heating element right on the neck and it is lovely so I can appreciate what your saying:)

[@martystacey4429]

Objects in your mirror are wider than they appear😄😄 Great review chuffer, thank you! So glad you are ok too😉 KTF🙏

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Marty, Luckily bike and rider are undamaged. Hopefully going forward I shall be accident free now :)

[@lindacharles6581]

Do take care. So glad you are able to go ou to your trusty bike though. Thank you for another video I always appreciate and enjoy them. God bless you.

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Linda, I'll try not to fall off next time:)

[@dutydruid9375]

Hi Sandy. I think you need to reavalue the gloves and socks again. Go out again with the same kit on without them switched on. See how cold you get then. A lot of heated products don't try to make your hand hot. They try to keep them feeling neutral. Thats all you need really isn't it, to not feel the cold. The wind chill on gloves is tremendous, try bar muffs aswell as heated gloves if you want your hands hot. I personally prefer them to just feel neutral.

[@bolleolympus]

You have one and a half month longer summer than here with me. 👍

[@allanv6620]

Glad to see you were ok after your tumble. Easily done ! Good review of the heated kit👍

[@WiltshireMan]

I blame the concrete block:)

[@barryconway]

Nice report, Mr. W.M. Thanks. A few years back I got some heated undergloves (Keiss) and for me they were a genuine game-changer when it came to winter riding. My initial experience was similar to yours - I didn't think they were doing much: I disconnected them for the return journey and... ouch! They -were- working, and I now tend to think that "comfortable" hands are what we want, not hot and sweaty hands. Ony real downside, for me, of the heated gloves is this: I started noticing my feet more! I do like the idea of that vest though (o: Aside: you may already know, but I think (if not) you'll enjoy The Prehistory Guys' latest YT - all about Long Barrows, most of which you'll know about, I am sure.

[@WiltshireMan]

Hi Barry, Yes i have already seen the History guys video about the barrows:)

[@jayc1116]

I look forward watching your interesting ,honest and down to earth videos. TU.

[@James-gf9jl]

Like you, I wear specs and riding in the rain for prolonged periods is tiring due to the distorted view through the visor.

[@patrickshaw7983]

You're making a habit of falling over at the moment, take care now. Interesting findings for the heated gear. I seem to remember that the resident of the cottage on the right at Arlington Row parked a yellow car outside his house and the others in the village got a petition up to get it moved. (I may be mistaken there, memory plays funny tricks as you get older).

[@WiltshireMan]

I have a memory of that too Patrick

[@markieell5614]

Love your content Sandy but hell me Your the Evel Knievel of Wiltshire Watch what your doing all the best From up north (Cumbria) 🇬🇧🍺👍🏻

[@WiltshireMan]

I am at the moment Mark, hopefully I will not have so many accidents going forward

[@drchunkybiscuit9973]

Things come in three's, so that's that now! 😊 #BeCareful

[@CVO17-GSA23]

Another scenic ride with honest reviews. I use 12 volt gear plugs in to the bike battery it gets hot. This time watched while sipping my Johnny Walker black.

[@WiltshireMan]

Hahaaa sounds like you stayed warm and dry and had a tipple too. I guess the gear that plugs into the bike is designed to draw a bit more power perhaps

[@MWodenberg]

Hi Sandy, your vest battery connector looks very much like mine which is a usb. I added a USB adapter to my battery charging cable and plug my vest into that; no battery anxiety. For my hands I have Volt Fusion motorcycle gauntlets. They are truly windproof. They can use batteries or a 12 volt supply. On 12 volt I only ever need to run them on blue. I use batteries when mountain biking and they don't work nearly as well. ATB

[@WiltshireMan]

Sounds like you've got things sorted on the heating front Michael, Yes the vest does have a usb connector so I may do something like you did, not sure though how much extra capacity the Himalayan alternator has, I think current draw isn't too high on the vest

[@domster200]

If it's USB then most likely only 5v so with an adaptor unlikely to trouble the alternator.

[@marcuskiritsis2076]

Well that’s your 3 sandy. No more falls please. That weather looked grim, think I will stick to the car nice warm and dry with a great heater, heated seats and steering wheel. Happy days 😊👍

[@WiltshireMan]

Cars are so much nicer to be in when the weather is nasty out. I will try and be a good boy and not fall off again Marcus, but atleast I didn't try to save the bike. Saving the bike often results in personal injury:) Luckily the bike is undamaged

[@moonbear1st]

glad you wasnt hurt but also glad you left those end bits in...our ego and pride goeth before a fall...worse one for me is putting my foot down and the road on one side is lower than you realise..

[@WiltshireMan]

Yes I have come a cropper a few times misjudging how far away the ground is:)

[@quwers]

Followed the classic cycle route towards Chedworth. Very nice.

[@WiltshireMan]

Yes it's a route liked by a few notable folk:)

[@DesmondsDonders]

We were issued Gloves, Cold & Wet in the RAF. They did exactly what they said on the tin LOL. I hated riding in the rain.

[@WiltshireMan]

Hi Dave, well lets see how these items stack up over Winter. I have a feeling the Vest is going to be a game changer, the jury is out regarding the gloves and socks though

[@larry3363]

I have had a kemi moto heated jacket for 2 years now and it is very good. Water proof, wind proof and still using original battery pack plus other 5 volt USB packs for extend time. I also have 2 pairs of the gloves, one like you have and one made for motorcycle use. The warmth is about as you describe but at 10 degrees F they tend to get cold. They are water proof. After 2 years on the gloves both battery packs are failing. A 5 volt USB system like the coat would be much better choice as USB power packs easy to get. I have bought a different brand of glove with USB power but really have not got to use them yet. Again the coat is warm even on the low setting. Larry

[@WiltshireMan]

The jacket works well Larry, I hope it will last a while

[@loki1066]

The view from on the stone bridge would have been good if it wasn't for the metal hand rail and the sign for the tourists.

[@stevegee7593]

A sew video's you was thinking what the new Royal Enfield Himalayan 452 looks like. Noraly who runs the KZbin "Itchy Boots" as been asked to test one out, which Noraly has been doing for the last month around north India. The highest speed so far is 87 mph.

[@StuartM0TTQAmateurRadio]

Very interesting, been looking into a heated stuff for going out doing portable radio in the winter. Definitely going to have a look at the vest. I am still getting by using the "chemical reaction" handwarmers in my gloves at the moment but they aren't any good for riding with.

[@WiltshireMan]

The vest is certainly worth having Stuart, but the gloves and Socks didn't impress me much

[@colinmcnally5931]

Great Video Sandy. I feel that once you have all your liners back in your jacket and trousers you will feel much warmer all round. Lechlade Bridge was closed from June 20th through till Friday 3rd of November. Totally agree that it could have been fixed quite quickly and without the need to close it for all that time. Just close it for the time the repairs were being carried out!! Hannington Wick has been closed longer than our bridge I think!! Again, is it necessary to be closed at all and for this length of time? Dont even know what the reason for closure is on that one!!

[@joeschenk8400]

Ok....three strikes and you are now finished tumbling for the next 30 years! I enjoyed your ride today even with the rainy weather. The heated vest, socks and gloves seemed to work pretty well. Could I suggest for real cold weather, some sort of heavy duty over mitt to put over the the gloves and give your hands some added protection. One more thing...Bjorn mentioned your site today on his video.

[@WiltshireMan]

Hi Joe, I think your spot on, some added insulation would help the gloves perform better and yes I also saw Bjorns video

[@jimrowland6089]

Cold and wet ride, sometimes you have to but not my favorite time to go. It does allow for more heavy gear to protect you. The heated gear looks like a good idea. I loved the heated grips on my BMW. They really spoiled me.

[@WiltshireMan]

It is nice to feel warm on a cold ride Jim, what you might call a "Game changer" :)

[@anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204]

good vid on you channel out and a bout thanks lee

[@kemimoto_official]

Thank you very much for your sharing!

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Kemimoto, I am very much liking the gillet

[@TheAncientBiker]

Bugger clipping the concrete mate but shit happens. Gloves are pointless without protection for motorcycling. I had a heated body warmer a couple of Christmases ago, best gift in years, I have heated grips which means just thumb tips get cold 😀

[@e.n.oosterbosch5281]

be careful sandy you live onley ones

[@simonmartin5284]

Don't bother with the lotto for a while Sandy with your luck lately would be a waste of money. Mind you must be install for some great karma. Let's hope so anyway mate you deserve it. Stay safe and see you on the next one. 👍😊.

[@WiltshireMan]

I reckon I'm in credit on then good karma Simon, so all should be good going fwd:)

[@victormonster4658]

👍👌

[@chrissteer9215]

Hi Sandy the Kemimoto heated gloves sound better than the ones I tried last winter my wife suffers cold hands when out on her cycle I wondered if the Kemimoto ones would be good for her ,interesting video.

[@WiltshireMan]

They seem waterproof Chris, I was hoping they would be warmer than they were though. I have some more heated gloves to try which are designed for motorcycles, they are more premium so will see if there is any difference

[@ianthomas1959]

Many thanks for another interesting video Sandy.......have you given up on paramotoring?

[@WiltshireMan]

Yes about 2 years ago, an ankle and hip problem made foot launching too difficult

[@englishwoodsman]

I would love a bike

[@WiltshireMan]

You will have to go and take a test Dan, you can ride a 125 on a car licence, just need CBT

[@midknight2K]

Hello, nice video and test of the gear. Did you have your hot grips on while testing the gloves?

[@WiltshireMan]

No, the hotgrips were turned off, the gloves were just OK but not sure how they would work if the weather was colder

[@cleophusA]

Perfect dismount brother! You didn't try to "catch" the bike, you just let it go to the ground and stepped off. I had a buddy break his ankle on one of these silly dumps by trying to lever the bike with his onside leg to keep it upright and caught his ankle under the peg, and "snap!" You can always pick the bike back up, but it's rather more difficult to mend a bone on the side of the road, as well you know ;-)) I'm going to check out the Kemimoto vest, it looks like what I've been searching for. How does it fit under the arms when you're wearing it with the jacket? Also, can it be hooked into your bikes electrical system?

[@WiltshireMan]

The vest is a good fit for me and I can honestly say mine works well and kept me warm. It has a usb adapter and is designed to run of 5 volts . Yes my thoughts exactly, if the bike is going to go just let it go, it can be fixed much easier than me, luckily no damage was caused

[@charlespark7338]

Hi Sandy, can you wash the socks and gloves. I have wondered about heated socks and gloves as it’s my hands and feet that always get cold on winter rides. I have tried many different gloves and even change then after about an hour or so, my hands sweat a lot and soon make the inside damp, consequently the old hands get cold quickly. Heat gloves could be the way forward. Good test review. Thanks.

[@WiltshireMan]

Hi Charles, I managed to get the socks wet on this ride, rain got through the boots. I believe they are washable. The gloves kept my hands comfortable but how they will fair on a real cold ride I'm not sure!

[@lewisgardner1660]

What I do is use marigold gloves inside my outer gloves they stop ant water and also keep the wind off

[@WiltshireMan]

Thats a good tip

[@johnhorner769]

Cold feet have always been my biggest issue, heated clothing is a definite plus. What's Chug like to pick up off the deck Sandy?

[@WiltshireMan]

Hi John, The bike wasn't too bad , but there is a technique which makes it manageable otherwise it would have been hard

[@MrPElms]

When's your black Friday sale ?

[@WiltshireMan]

I got the best bargain

[@justhikingaround68]

Things do come in 3s it seems 🙈

[@WiltshireMan]

Lest hope so:)

[@christopherhinton6456]

who sells the heated clothing please.

[@kennypool]

Did you have a stroke ? Or are you about to have a stroke? I had one when i was 25 , 66 now. Whatever, enjoy your videos. I have 3 Honda's 2x250cc 1 shadow 750

[@CVO17-GSA23]

Read his profile and learn about the health issues .

[@kennypool]

@@CVO17-GSA23 No thanks

[@WiltshireMan]

Many years ago I had to have surgery to remove a tumour, unfortunately the surgery paralysed my face but saved my life

[@kennypool]

@@WiltshireMan Well we're all very happy you're ok now, think you might make an episode about it, I'm sure others are also curious.

[@kennypool]

@@JC-sl4hk madway

[@brickrhymes984]

I returned the $130 USD version of their gloves, the heated socks, the jacket and the pants... IMO these are not good for motorcycling, there was not enough heat being produced by any of those products for cold weather riding. 30 degrees F out, maybe doing 40mph, could not even feel the heat in the gloves.. if your going to drop this much money on heated gear, just got full out and buy something like Harley, or Gerbing. They are more expensive, but you do get what you pay for.

[@WiltshireMan]

I agree, the gloves were not sufficiently warm enough and also the socks were not overly warm either but I did find and still do find the vest to be OK

[@scaff3450]

Go Careful that man you must stop all this falling off Sandy not good at your age 🤨

[@fog360]

You need a break from riding bikes , get that rib healed a bit more , before you do any damage, go camping !

[@WiltshireMan]

Hahaaa, life has got to be lived. The ribs are a lot better, only hurts when I sneeze now

[@mikehurley5052]

Gore-tex is a con.

[@WiltshireMan]

Yes it is, did you see FortNine's video?

[@mikehurley5052]

@@WiltshireManYes, bit of an eye opener. I also have waterproof boots that arent.

[@65indi]

Always take care Sand

[@bolleolympus]

You have one and a half month longer summer than here with me. 👍

[@WiltshireMan]

Yes, I am pleased about that:)