Sore Wrist...due to throttling?

[Spyder Tony]

A friend & I both got new motorcycles within 2 weeks of each other (Him, a Harley VRod...Me A Spyder ST -L). We've had our rides about 3 months now & I was mentioning to my friend that my wrist (Tendon running from wrist up along the back of my hand) was killing me today. He says it's because of throttling the motorcycle & it's a motion I had not been making until about 3 months ago.
This made logical sense, but he's no Marcus Welby M.D.

Anyone else suffer from wrist/tendon pain after riding their ryde daily for a while? I've ridden her every day except one since purchasing her...and don't intend to stop due to a little pain. I was just wondering if this was "normal" for the new rider. I don't remember going through this with dirt bikes or my other 2 wheelers in the past.

Thanks!!!

 

[boomerkc]

2 recommendations, grip throttle further over the top so you don't have the extreme angle in wrist when holding it and/or get a "cramp buster" from your local cycle shop.

 

[MouthPiece]

Normal plus unfortunately we're getting older.

Chris EDIT: I had to come back and edit what I posted. I said unfortunately we're getting older. Well after thinking about it, I'm very fortunate to be getting older. The unfortunate thing is that we start experiencing things as you described when we do get older. Beats being six feet under though.

 

[Dan McNally]

Love that cruise control on my RT Limited! I use it whenever the traffic makes it safe to do so . . . a friend, who is a nurse with the VA says: "You better not be a wimp when you enter your 'golden years' . . . because they hurt!"

 

[Doktor]

Another possible problem may be alleviated by relaxing your grip, I learned that the hard way when I bought my Goldwing, it was so much more powerful than my 750 Shadow that I felt the need to "hang on" the tension in my case was causing my fingers to get numb or my wrist to lock up. When I was able to let the constant grip relax a bit I got to where I could do an 8-900 mile day and still want more.


Doc

 

[Bob Denman]

All good advice in here on how to beat it... :thumbup:
I also suggest riding even more so as to get the muscles used to the new routine! :2thumbs:

 

[jerpinoy]

No pain no gain and no fun:roflblack::roflblack::roflblack:you might suffering from wheaties deficient?:roflblack:.

Serious note: Do some wrist exercise to build up you wrist muscles and visit your physical therapist if needed.

 

[boborgera]

I use the cramp buster, on my Tri, And the throttle rocker on my Sportster, Also used it on my ex Spyder.. Been using one for over 15 years on all my Bikes/Trikes... I do have cruise control on my Tri, But I find the cramp buster works better for non highway riding when you cant use cruise..:thumbup:

 

[Bob Denman]

I'm running a single Cramp-Buster on the left grip... :thumbup:

 

[SpyderAnn01]

I think the problem is that you are trying to keep up with the much faster VRod :roflblack: But seriously as the others have said if you relax your grip and also grip it over the top you should feel better.

 

[Chupaca]

Looks like..!!

a tension problem. As stated relax your grip check the slack in the throttle so as not to over twist, and getting a cramp buster and ryde on....:thumbup:

 

[Plyrod38]

Hmmm, I've got a V-Rod and I don't know that it's faster in the lower RPM range. I have a cramp busters on all three of my bikes. The Triumph and V-Rod still give me aches in my right wrist, so they are employed for shorter rides.
My LTD has cruise but the cramp buster is still useful around town. Try to loosen your grip on the throttle.

 

[pwm]

I had issues too but loostened my grip and pain went away.

 

[wyliec]

You've been given the best advice with grab the throttle more over the top (reduces wrist extension) and loosen your grip some.

After you park your spyder, ice the back of your hand/wrist/forearm. If the pain doesn't lessen, check with your dr. who will probably send you to a physical therapist.

To strengthen your hand/wrist/forearm, go to www.doczac.com and get one of those.

The more you continue without treating the pain and riding like you are, the more you shorten the muscles on the back of your forearm into your hand, increasing the pain. Just my $.02, which isn't worth much. It's all pure speculation.

Remember, you cannot trust people from the northeast, which was verified by a few members here.

 

[johnnyrocket]

Normal plus unfortunately we're getting older.

Chris EDIT: I had to come back and edit what I posted. I said unfortunately we're getting older. Well after thinking about it, I'm very fortunate to be getting older. The unfortunate thing is that we start experiencing things as you described when we do get older. Beats being six feet under though.

Glad you clarified that Chris.:roflblack:

 

[finless]

2 recommendations, grip throttle further over the top so you don't have the extreme angle in wrist when holding it and/or get a "cramp buster" from your local cycle shop.

+100 on both these recommendations!

Had the same problem as a new guy. I also recommend getting grip buddies or something to make the grips larger and more comfy!

Bob

 

[baldeagle55]

arthritis

A friend & I both got new motorcycles within 2 weeks of each other (Him, a Harley VRod...Me A Spyder ST -L). We've had our rides about 3 months now & I was mentioning to my friend that my wrist (Tendon running from wrist up along the back of my hand) was killing me today. He says it's because of throttling the motorcycle & it's a motion I had not been making until about 3 months ago.
This made logical sense, but he's no Marcus Welby M.D.

Anyone else suffer from wrist/tendon pain after riding their ryde daily for a while? I've ridden her every day except one since purchasing her...and don't intend to stop due to a little pain. I was just wondering if this was "normal" for the new rider. I don't remember going through this with dirt bikes or my other 2 wheelers in the past.

Thanks!!!

I have R.A. arthritis in my right hand I ride everyday but take my meds if not I will ache but love to ride will till I am in my grave lol

 

[Rockwall]

Take a look at "Cruise Mate" throttle locks. I am really happy with mine and it gives you a chance to relax your right wrist while riding. $50 extremely well spent.:doorag:

 

[Doktor]

I have R.A. arthritis in my right hand I ride everyday but take my meds if not I will ache but love to ride will till I am in my grave lol

When I retired from the Army in '88, I went east from Kansas north to I-80 then east to Maasachusetts for a family reunion, I'd bought an 883 Sportster when I was in Korea, and thought, "what a great time to see the country, again." It rained 75% of the time going out there!:gaah:
On the way back I decided to go back to Kansas on I-70, I stopped in a little town in Ohio, pulled into a motel, got my gear stowed, the jumped on the bike and went to the local truckstop that was famous for it's steak. I'd just put the kickstand down, swung my leg over and was taking my helmet off, when this Ultra Classic pulls in next to me, he put his kickstand down, swung his leg over and started taking his helmet off. This guy looked like he remembered when Harley started back in 1903, I said, "old timer, where are you from?" He answered, "I'm from Los Angeles, heading for Bar Harbor, Maine." I asked if he'd let me buy his dinner. This was a story I wanted to hear! We sat down and ordered our coffee and steaks, and started talking, bikes primarily, as that is what was common ground. This guy, instantly, became my hero, he was 95 years old, and wanted to go clear across country before he died, he was going solo from LA to Maine and back!
There are times as I think about the life I've lived, the places I've been to, overseas, and here, in the states, the people that I've met, personally, and professionally, and realized that there is more to life than making a living, it is making the life you live worth living. I may never make a dual traverse of the United States, but I met someone that did, and did it in his own terms. God has kept my feet traveling on three different continents, but I am grateful for an old truckstop in Ohio when I met someone that was achieving his dream, even at 95 years young.


Doc

 

[SNOOPY]

Serious note: Do some wrist exercise to build up you wrist muscles ....

Wow, I thought this was a family show? :yikes: