"Only" 40 inches? O.o

I must have spent too much time along the arid Rockies and in the desert - 6"-18" is what I'm accustomed to.

I did live in Eastern Tennessee for a bit over a year, and Upstate New York for a year or so, and became accustomed to the nearly daily rain.

Regardless, I love riding in the rain.

Fenders, lights, rain gear for chilly temps, and a willingness to embrace the exposure go a long way.