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Old Mar 30, 2014 | 08:47 PM
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Since apparently the softail has a "buzz" unlike other Harleys perhaps someone on this forum can direct me to a real cushioned pair of fingerless gloves that will assist in keeping my hand from going numb.
 
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Old Mar 30, 2014 | 10:03 PM
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No first-hand experience myself. Couple of people I know have had luck with gloves with gel palms. Another possible option would be to look into different grips.
 
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Old Mar 30, 2014 | 10:16 PM
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Originally Posted by Bluraven
Since apparently the softail has a "buzz" unlike other Harleys perhaps someone on this forum can direct me to a real cushioned pair of fingerless gloves that will assist in keeping my hand from going numb.
fingerless gloves, like a$$Less chaps don't exist. J/K. try loosening your grip on the bars a little. alternatively fox creek leather makes a variety of high quality gloves.
 
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Old Mar 30, 2014 | 10:23 PM
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..or maybe look into a set of those vibration dampers for your risers...

Such as: http://www.jpcycles.com/product/5000196
 
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Old Mar 30, 2014 | 11:52 PM
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I just use weight lifting gloves from the local sporting goods store
 
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Old Mar 30, 2014 | 11:55 PM
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What kind of grips are you running?
 
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Old Mar 31, 2014 | 12:18 AM
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My friend, Sol Rosenberg had a similar problem. He went with these and now complains his hands are too sweaty.
 
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Old Mar 31, 2014 | 02:25 AM
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Chances are that either your gloves are too snug and/or your grip is too tight.
 
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Try a set of "Throttle assists".
 
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I would almost try the riser bushings, the stock ones allow the bars to buzz some
 
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