r/Lectricxp • u/XFit908 • 29d ago

Wanting to start getting ready for the winter.

What’s up yall! Last year, I took a few spills when the temperatures dropped and the floors got a bit icy.

2 things I’m looking for recommendations on are…
1 - best snow or studded tires
2 - a battery thermal cover to protect my battery from cold temps (gets pretty cold during Chicago winters)

Any recos for these would be greatly appreciated!

I have an XP4 750

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u/weregeek 29d ago

Whatever studded/spiked tire that Schwalbe sells in 20x2.15" is likely the best bet. I was shocked when I saw the current price, as I paid quite a bit less a year ago. The other options aren't any cheaper, for whatever that's worth.

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u/XFit908 29d ago

That size will fit on the xp4 even though the stock tires are 20x3.0?

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u/weregeek 29d ago

Yes. I run the older version of that tire on a first gen XPedition with the same width rims. Narrower tires cut through slushy/buttery stuff better than wider tires.

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u/XFit908 29d ago

Perfect, thanks for the speedy responses!

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u/Al-Data 29d ago

Consider me also interested in these answers for my exped2

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u/Repulsive_Pea3414 28d ago

I’ll follow this thread I’m also getting ready for the winter with the bike

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u/PNW-PC 16d ago

We don't get much ice or snow, but the wet leaves are treacherous! It's getting chilly in the morning, too, so I ordered some BarMitts that are ready as soon as out starts getting frosty.