Heated kit -5°C in comfort

Gerbing Wireless Remote £35

Gerbing September heated 2017 kit comes bought with after a built-in wireless receiver. Check if yours has ‘can be operated through the remote wireless controller’ stamp on the back of your wired controller. Sticky Velcro attaches this remote to your bike’s tank or luggage.

Exo2 Stormrider Bodywarmer £180

Breathable, windproof, heated… and waterproof? That’s what Exo2 claim for their Airxtream fabric. Its panels generate a constant 50°C and spread the heat generously when powered by the motorbike. However, draw power from the Exo2’s battery pack and you’ll only get heated kidneys. A controller costs an extra £50.

Keis J501 Jacket £200

Stylish red stripes make the J501 a hot choice for outerwear. Just don’t wear it in the rain. It can also slip under an armoured textile jacket for all-weather adventuring. Panels cover chest, arms, kidneys and neck for protection at sub-zero temperatures. Power is drawn from the motorbike, and you can control its intensity with the heat controller – included. Available in sizes 3XS to 2XL.

RST Paragon Thermotech Gloves £190

Derbyshire-based RST’S premium-priced liners Paragon here. The Thermotech glove heated manufacturers includes glove. is a No heating element, waterproof (claimed) fabric and leather outer. You get crash-resistant knuckle armour and a 7.4-volt lithium-ion battery that powers three levels of heating for up to four hours. RST claim two hours, full power, heat.