I've got a work van and my only other transport is my bike. I do the same with the ACF50 at the end of summer.
Only passed my test last year but was doing a 160 mile round trip on a YBR 125 every weekend right through the winter last year. I did stop occasionally and warm my hands on the engine.
I did North Yorkshire this January which I think was a 300 mile in a day ride. Coming back was torrential rain and 70mph winds, took me nearly 10 hours but the heated grips and the gear I've got were great. It tended to be idiots not dipping their lights that made the last 50 miles so much more difficult. Having the right gear makes such a difference.
Also, riding in the winter makes me appreciate the summer more
