Short ride uncovered issues?

[chasmyer]

Wife and I went on a short ride last night about 45 or so miles. I noticed that my right hand started to numb as if falling asleep, it was quite uncomfortable. If I dropped my arm down for a few seconds it went away for a bit. My butt started to burn as well, numbness not heat. I found myself moving around alot in the seat. My wife said she had a great ride, very comfortable. I have the comfort seat and standard handlebars with the grip puppies. Any ideas/recommendations on how to either move forward, handlebar positioning or better seat? (2014 RT)

[BajaRon]

Wife and I went on a short ride last night about 45 or so miles. I noticed that my right hand started to numb as if falling asleep, it was quite uncomfortable. If I dropped my arm down for a few seconds it went away for a bit. My butt started to burn as well, numbness not heat. I found myself moving around alot in the seat. My wife said she had a great ride, very comfortable. I have the comfort seat and standard handlebars with the grip puppies. Any ideas/recommendations on how to either move forward, handlebar positioning or better seat? (2014 RT)

How many miles do you have on your Spyder?

[IdahoMtnSpyder]

Wife and I went on a short ride last night about 45 or so miles. I noticed that my right hand started to numb as if falling asleep, it was quite uncomfortable. If I dropped my arm down for a few seconds it went away for a bit. My butt started to burn as well, numbness not heat. I found myself moving around alot in the seat. My wife said she had a great ride, very comfortable. I have the comfort seat and standard handlebars with the grip puppies. Any ideas/recommendations on how to either move forward, handlebar positioning or better seat? (2014 RT)

I would say if the problem persists you need to talk to a neurologist. You may have some nerves being pinched because of reasons not necessarily related to handlebar and seat configuration.

[chasmyer]

I've got 989 miles on my RT. I only get the numbness issue when riding the RT thats why I think maybe I'm stretched out too much or possibly set back too far.

[SpyderAnn01]

You might like the TriAxis handlebars, you can bring the bars closer to you.

[cuznjohn]

i have the same problem with my right arm, only time i use cruise control. mine is from a bulging disk in my neck

[Bob Denman]

I hate to say this ...
Sometimes; it's not the bike...
Have this checked out by your physician.
My hands go numb also...

[jwood4242]

Wife and I went on a short ride last night about 45 or so miles. I noticed that my right hand started to numb as if falling asleep, it was quite uncomfortable. If I dropped my arm down for a few seconds it went away for a bit. My butt started to burn as well, numbness not heat. I found myself moving around alot in the seat. My wife said she had a great ride, very comfortable. I have the comfort seat and standard handlebars with the grip puppies. Any ideas/recommendations on how to either move forward, handlebar positioning or better seat? (2014 RT)

I agree, probably not the bike although getting your handlebars closer to you may help the problem. Also using your cruise control so you can change the position of your right arm will help. The next time it happens try bending your neck forward or to the left and see if it resolves the numbness. If so probably a nerve irritation in your neck.

[finless]

All that I had to do to get comfortable.

Comfort seat
AirHawk R seat pad
Tri-axis handlebars
NVB pegs
Block off plate




Bob

[sduskin]

Mine is caused by fracturing C5 & C6 and tearing 2 disks in my neck 11 yrs ago. If I hold my arms up in any stationary position I have that problem. Also have the problem if my arm is moving and I am gripping too tightly (like when raking the yard). Surgeon told me it was due to compressed nerves in my neck. His solution was to change my grip up occassionally, or like you have been doing, drop the arm for a short bit.

The relaxing your grip, sitting closer, or the handle bar suggestions might change your position enough to minimize or eliminate the symptom.

-Steve.

[ARtraveler]

Sorry to hear of the numbness issues.

I do note a bit of vibration in the bars on my 2014 compared to either the 2010 or 2011. It has not been a big problem to me, I change the position of my right hand a lot, do use the cruise on longer highway rides, and do not grip the throttle very tight.

I caught a 2 minute or so piece on Dr. Oz. the other day that made a bit of sense. People tilting their heads forward--as in texting-- put additional load on their spines as in 60# or so compared to 8# with the head in the upright position. Some who have back issues will then end up with numbness, etc.

A repositioning (as in TriAxis bars) may help you with a more upright position. Dr. first--TriAxis second or later.

I do hope you can get the issue solved.

[beadaholic]

I find that for my woman's hand the clutch (mine is a Standard 6) that I get a sore hand, and also it goes numb sometimes. I wish the clutch was more soft, I have tried changing the number, but I still do not have a good sweet spot. I haven't bought anything to change my setup yet, and probably will when I know more about my Spyder. I have a 2014 too, is yours the Semi-automatic or the Standard?

[dlby]

Switched to Spyder Nov of 2014
From Ultra Harley
(which was an awesome machine)
My right hand went numb from time to time on hd

Firsrt 1000 mi on Spyder (stiff neck,numb hand)
Next 500 miles a little better
Last 500 miles much much better!


Ive had L4 L5 fusion 17 years ago

NEVER keep anything in your back pocket

Lay your hands on bars, dont grip

Reeelaax

Dont tighten up shoulders (takes practice)

Lay right hand on top of bar or hold on to bar at the crook before the grip
6 inches in from end
(Thats for when your just cruising )

Go c dr.
GABAPENTIN or something may be in order

Dont give up its worth it once you learn how to dance with the Spyder & not try to fight it