Snowy weather in an 18-speed?

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  1. '88K100

    '88K100 Road Train Member

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    I have 18 speed and Jake is always on except the rare black ice...Does not make any difference what transmission you have..speed and rpm is whats critical.
    Temperature warmer than -8C is when you get the slippery snotty snow and need to be more careful regarding speed on curves and braking,,,thats banana belt weather
     
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    Even uncomfortable is ok, as long as you’re not driving faster than you can see to start with. Then you at least have a chance to miss those other loons when they crash. Don’t undo the seatbelt too quick though, there’s more of them coming behind you.
     
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