i live in the springfield area. Germany's weather pattern is relatively similar to ours but the cold isn't as harsh unless your in the northern part of the country. my oxford heated grips, mil spec poly pro & full leathers are a perfect fit during the winter riding months.Schism, what part of Massachusetts are you in? How do you deal with having a riding season? In Germany, it will be cold at times but it warms up for a few days throughout the winter. In Massachusetts, it's cold everyday until April.