wrist problems w/stock apes on Wide Glide
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wrist problems w/stock apes on Wide Glide
I was wondering if anybody else has had wrist problems on long rides with the stock mini-apes on the Wide Glide; and if so did you change out to higher apes? If higher how much higher without going above the shoulders? The rise on my '04 is 10.25" and after riding most of the day, my wrists start hurting. It may be the angle of the pullback. I'm thinking of going with a higher ape because of my arm length, no I'm not an ape, it feels like I'm holding onto a drag bar with extended risers. Any suggestions?
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RE: wrist problems w/stock apes on Wide Glide
My Bob has the stock mini-apes, and I have experiencedwrist "ache"going up about 2 inches above the wrist bone. Most recommendations I've received are to go with a padded grip, but riding with gel gloves hasn't helped, so I'm not sure the grips would either... I'm very interested to see what responses you get.
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RE: wrist problems w/stock apes on Wide Glide
I am not sure if what I have to say here is what you want to hear, but I had the same problem with the wrist. I tried just about everything I could come up with and finally after swearing about it alot a buddy had me ride his bike. He has what are called reduced reach bars with a 2" up and 1" back risers and then these reduced reach bars on and dam what a difference! I know that some say that the street bob needs apes, and dont get me wrong, I really like the look but they are just not for me if I am doing any kind of long rides, I want to be comfortable or else it is no fun. So I bought the riser and the bars and installed them on my bike, set the hieght and to be honest they are really not that much lower looking but they are closer to me so I do not have to reach out as far to grab them and it has worked. I took a 350mile ride after putting them on and the only thing that really bothered me was my **** a bit. I just made sure also that I removed my right hand for just a second and stretched it out.
So again, I am not if this is what you want to hear but this is what has worked for me. Good luck.
So again, I am not if this is what you want to hear but this is what has worked for me. Good luck.
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RE: wrist problems w/stock apes on Wide Glide
My throttle wrist aches on long rides... but I do not believe it's due to the bars I'm using. I think it's mostly due to clamping down on the throttle and remaining in one position for an extended period of time.
This will happen whether it's riding a motorcycle, or any other scenario where you're required to keep your joints under pressure and in position.
My left wrist never aches.
I like the stock bars on the Wide Glide. They do not put any strain on my back, shoulders, arms...etc.
This will happen whether it's riding a motorcycle, or any other scenario where you're required to keep your joints under pressure and in position.
My left wrist never aches.
I like the stock bars on the Wide Glide. They do not put any strain on my back, shoulders, arms...etc.
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RE: wrist problems w/stock apes on Wide Glide
My WG had t-bar style when I bought it. Cause pain in my neck from leaning forward a little with hands so low. Went back to mini-apes. Much better no neck or wrist problems. Got the throttle rocker and that is great for stopping cramping. I may rotate them back a little for longer rides because I lean back against my sissybar bag as a backrest. I am more comfortable on my WG than in a car on a long ride! Try rotating the bars back a little for your wrist problem. Get the throttle rocker, it's great.
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RE: wrist problems w/stock apes on Wide Glide
I ended up pushing my stock mini-apes a bit forward of the fork line and I like them much better than they were when I got the bike. My hands sit a bit higher and my arms are more extended, but I'm comfy. I'm 6'2" and the stock configuration made me feel cramped, so this works for me. I thought about taller apes, but not by much and not sure yet.
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RE: wrist problems w/stock apes on Wide Glide
I installed 4" risers on mine. On long trips I lean them back a little so I can lean agains't my T-bag on the seat behind me. If you install taller risers, I recommend using polyurethane bushings also.
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RE: wrist problems w/stock apes on Wide Glide
I would suggest going to a larger diameter grip. Since I put heated grips on, I haven't had any fatigue problems. By nature they are they are "fatter", and make your hands open up more= less cramping, etc (my theory).
Also since going to larger grips, I don't find a need for the "rocker".
Hope this helps,
DougJ
Also since going to larger grips, I don't find a need for the "rocker".
Hope this helps,
DougJ
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RE: wrist problems w/stock apes on Wide Glide
I ordered a set of SAC grips to see if that helps. I've had them on previous bikes and they are extremely comfortable.
Hey WideGlide95th, by installing 4" risers was there enough clearance to not have to go with extended lines? I would think that the brake line would have to be replaced if anything?
Hey WideGlide95th, by installing 4" risers was there enough clearance to not have to go with extended lines? I would think that the brake line would have to be replaced if anything?
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RE: wrist problems w/stock apes on Wide Glide
Yes probably so. You could check it by removing all your cable clips and removing your top handlebar clamp and placing some type of spacer between the bar and the clamp. Make sure you account for the present height of your risers and deduct that for your spacer. Have someone help you to hold the bars for you and turn your front wheel in both directions to check for proper cable adjustment.
I changed to all stainless cables at the same time and ordered longer so that I would be sure to have enough. I don't recall the lengths, but let me know and I will measure and get you close to the length if you want.
I changed to all stainless cables at the same time and ordered longer so that I would be sure to have enough. I don't recall the lengths, but let me know and I will measure and get you close to the length if you want.