Short ride uncovered issues?

[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?

 

[chasmyer]

Mine is a semi-auto SE6. Thanks everyone, some really great ideas. I especially like the wallet idea and think that it will help putting it in my jacket or vest pocket. I like the Tri-axis handlebar idea but damn those things ain't cheap, wow. And to have them installed probably will be the same cost as the bar, lol. But if I can't find someone selling a set I may just have to suck it up and buy them,,,,,Thanks for all the great replies!!:bowdown:

 

[chasmyer]

Is there a seat that moves you closer to the handlebars?

 

[Bob Denman]

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.

These folks offer custom levers... It might be worth a look! :thumbup:
http://www.pazzoracing.com/

 

[jaherbst]

I'v heard that with Harley's, everything goes numb!

What is it with all this Harley Bashing?

Jack

 

[Machinegunner]

With only 989 miles on the bike, I would guess your grip is too tight. When I got my first Spyder in 2008 I tried to wrestle the bike. When I learned to just relax and drive the numbness went away. Too tight a grip will restrict the nerves in your hand. It worked for me.

 

[MyEleanor]

I Find it Interesting

How different people are. I have had five motorcycles over my riding career so far. Four of them since 2008. I have had right hand numbness with all of them except for the spyder. Three were v-twins (Kawasaki Vulcan 900, Victory Vision and Victory Cross Country) and one was a BMW (R1200RT). Used grip puppies on the BMW but not the others. For me I think it was the seating position. When I first got the spyder I also got the driver backrest. I felt way too close to the handlebars and thought about getting the comfort seat or another seat that would put me back a couple of inches. But I let it go until I got used to the spyder and now find myself very comfortable. Maybe all I needed was to be closer to the handlebars. Whatever the reason, the stock spyder seat with the backrest and stock bars work great for me. I also used the airhawk seat pad to help with comfort.

 

[jwood4242]

Harley bashing

What is it with all this Harley Bashing?

Jack

Seems like usually it's Spyder bashing!

 

[Tango]

Well, I have the same problem. Empty your rear pockets like others have said. I have also had surgery to remove 2 of the 3 herniated discs in my neck. That third one gives me problems now and then. Tri-Axes handles help, so does an Ultimate seat. Butt, expensive! :yikes: I use the cruise when I can. I also use a wrist rest/throttle rest add on. It all helps, butt doesn't get rid of the numbness. Also have highway pegs. You need to experiment to see what works. :thumbup: Tom :spyder:

 

[DJFaninTN]

get yourself one of these and you can thank me later.

 

[WEB-WVR]

Look at your riding position, the posture. Sit on the bike, sit up straight...grab the bars.....does it feel like a comfortable position ? Have your wife take a photo of you from the side, on the Spyder....so you can see:

Are you sitting up straight thus no/little forward weight pressure on your wrists and hands ?
Or, are you leaning forward even slightly which could put more strain on your hands ?...if so....you may want to consider handle bar risers to alleviate this.

As other said....it could be a neurological issue. I have neuropathy in my hands and really bad in my lower legs and feet. My fingers are slightly numb now just typing this to you. In my case.....not much they can do for it...the drugs side effects are so bad...I wont take it until the pain is unbearable. :shocked:

Check out that riding position. :thumbup:

 

[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