Mid back problems - any suggestions???
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Joined: Apr 2008
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From: Frederick, Maryland
TNTHarley is right. I have 3 herniated discs that two doctors have told me they cannot operate on. So the pain can get bad and I refuse to stop riding. I saw the Back-A-Line at a show and bought it online a few weeks later. It's been over a year and 300 miles is a warm up. I also wear it when working around around the homestead. It really works.
P.S. Took my expensive HD backrest off
P.S. Took my expensive HD backrest off
Road Master
Joined: May 2007
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From: Florida Panhandle
have you considered physical therapy,and or exercise? Sounds stupid but honestly it is the only thing that keeps me from aching. The gym I go to has trainers that have pointed out specific excercises that have strengthed my "weak" areas and it has made a huge difference!
It's not the bike its the rider.
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Joined: Oct 2006
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From: NE Ohio
"And yes, a BMW like an RT is better, because the weight is distributed across 3 points of contact: your feet, butt and hands, whereas a Harley puts all the weight on your butt. But a Beemer doesn't have the same fun factor..."
I'd say from that comment, it's not the bike but your riding position. You haven't found the right combanation of seat & handlebars yet. You probably need something to put you in the "cruiser" postion instead of the "touring" position. For me it ended up being pull back bars and a Mustang Vintage seat.
I'd say from that comment, it's not the bike but your riding position. You haven't found the right combanation of seat & handlebars yet. You probably need something to put you in the "cruiser" postion instead of the "touring" position. For me it ended up being pull back bars and a Mustang Vintage seat.
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From: Chicago
TNTHarley is right. I have 3 herniated discs that two doctors have told me they cannot operate on. So the pain can get bad and I refuse to stop riding. I saw the Back-A-Line at a show and bought it online a few weeks later. It's been over a year and 300 miles is a warm up. I also wear it when working around around the homestead. It really works.
P.S. Took my expensive HD backrest off
P.S. Took my expensive HD backrest off
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Tourer
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Thanks TNTHarley and RoadGypsy. I'm gonna give Back-A-Line a try. Maybe I have crap posture, but I'm not unfit. I run, walk, cycle and do weights, and generally do something 3 - 5 times a week. That's why it bugs me so much.
But I'll give that a try and see if it helps.
But I'll give that a try and see if it helps.
Road Master
Joined: Feb 2008
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From: Parris Island
Back problems
NativeCustomBaggers.com is your answer. I have one for my '04 FLT. Adjusts to ride at different heights on your back. Very sturdy and comfortable. Check out their web site.
Good luck.
Good luck.
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