| Author | Message | ||
     Rox |
I've has the Crossroads Performance Bars put on my XB9S instead of standard bars. The ride position is much better for me, but after 20 miles my throttle hand is absolutely numb and I have to stop riding. After than it only takes 10 miles to go numb. With the previous standard bars I've traveled well over 100 miles a trip without this happening. Has anyone else had this problem, and what was the answer? I've tried some softer grips, which have only helped a little. Could altering front suspension help? Or fitting some sort of damper? Any advice welcome. | ||
| Tomd |
Hi, It's more likely that the different riding position and wrist angle are what's causing your issue more than vibration. Make sure your new riding position has your wrists as straight as possible and that your controls are properly placed so when you pull the levers, your not flexing your wrist up to reach them. Another possibility is that your new position is placing greater weight on the heal of your hand and your pinching off blood supply or a nerve. (not a Dr here but I do play Dr from time to time...LOL) Tom | ||
| Nutsosane |
I have the crossroads on my 12 Lightning and can corroborrate your sensation. I also agree with Tomd's assessment. Try more relaxed hand positions when not absolutely assaulting the road. I get the same sensations from riding my mountain bike on the extended downhill sections, the only reprieve comes from taking pressure off the ulnar and radial nerves in the palm of the hand. I initially thought I installed the bars wrong, but found everything to be neat and tidy. You could try a lower seat that might put less weight on your hands. good luck.NUTS | ||
| Buellshyter |
Try Barsnake.com. | ||
| Glitch |
Barsnake won't work with the Crossroads. | ||
| Dagwood |
Do you have the 0 degree or 7 degree versions? More upper body weight on the wrists with the 7 degrees would translate to increased fatigue. Try to grip the frame with your knees more to ease the burden from your wrists. | ||
| Rox |
The seven degree. It sounds like I need to lose some weight (I'm only small anyway) and stop holding on - on the dodgy road surfaces where I live its a recipe for disaster! I've already got the low seat so there's no hope for me. Thanks for the advice anyway - I think I was hoping for a magic wand.  |
