Knee replacement and Baggers!?
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Knee replacement and Baggers!?
Hi All,
I hope this is the forum for this thread - I ride a 2019 CVO Street Glide but this last year both of my knees have been really painful and the Dr. says I can't delay knee replacement any longer (both knees, unfortunately but getting them done 6 month apart). Just a few weeks ago I couldn't even back my bike from a flat paved spot - needed to get help to get it pointed in the right direction!
So... I'm curious if others are riding these big baggers and have had both knees replaced? I've been thinking it may be time for a Tri-Glide or maybe something like a Low Rider? I'd be interested to hear your experience... and, if you see a 2019 CVO in the "classifieds" in the near future, you know I've opted for the Tri or smaller bike (i.e. lighter). Thanks, Al
I hope this is the forum for this thread - I ride a 2019 CVO Street Glide but this last year both of my knees have been really painful and the Dr. says I can't delay knee replacement any longer (both knees, unfortunately but getting them done 6 month apart). Just a few weeks ago I couldn't even back my bike from a flat paved spot - needed to get help to get it pointed in the right direction!
So... I'm curious if others are riding these big baggers and have had both knees replaced? I've been thinking it may be time for a Tri-Glide or maybe something like a Low Rider? I'd be interested to hear your experience... and, if you see a 2019 CVO in the "classifieds" in the near future, you know I've opted for the Tri or smaller bike (i.e. lighter). Thanks, Al
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15 years ago they put one of mine back together leaving cool screws and hardware and said I will need to replace
both of them in 10 years. I'm holding off as long as I can but yeah you'll see from others here you'll be good.
The big trick is don't pussyfoot around on the therapy and recovery. You baby it, you lose it.
both of them in 10 years. I'm holding off as long as I can but yeah you'll see from others here you'll be good.
The big trick is don't pussyfoot around on the therapy and recovery. You baby it, you lose it.
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I had my left replaced, then worked on and now looking to replace it again.
Did all my PT and then some.
I do not trust it anymore 2 up so went to a trike.
I believe I am in the minority as most replacements work better than mine.
Did all my PT and then some.
I do not trust it anymore 2 up so went to a trike.
I believe I am in the minority as most replacements work better than mine.
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Road Warrior
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u can do it, don't give up put in the work. it is worth it. I hope it all works out well for you.
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Had my right knee replaced in 12. Followed doc's orders and did my PT. No issues riding, moving or backing up the bike. Other than being short in the inseam!!! Left knee has been scoped a few times and is a bit bothersome at times. But no issues riding or going 2 up. 2013 Street Glide.
