The Surprising Reason Your Hands Keep Going Numb
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My cousin and I are both drivers. The V-Star he sold me used to cause him numbness now it causes me numbness. The Harley he bought doesn't cause numbness now.
great video, I just got back into riding and it is usually my left hand that goes number. Going to have to pay attention to how I'm gripping it and my arm position. I have a vstar 1100 and the other day I was on a dark twisty narrow back road and I was beat up after 5 minutes. Too many potholes, frost heaves, broken pavement, sand all over the road and odd gravel. The 1100 is NOT a canyon carver lol.
One thing: I AM a little short for the handle bars and pegs. My feet aren't ON the pegs, they are against the sides and I noticed my arms are quite outstretched to the bars. Might have to look at some drag bars or something.
Great video, very informative.
Yeah she likes my pear
Thank you for all your videos, worth their weight in gold, I just tell myself each time I pull away, " RELAX" It works.
This is all great advice but everyone NEEDS to get foam anti vibration grips even if it's a dirt bike, $10 Ebay takes 50% vibration away
As an older (64) rider on a sport bike this kid is very wise! His videos are always informative. Keep it up sir!
Thanks Ron!
Ron DiDonato completely agree, why can’t all riding instructors be like this guy. I’ve done courses before only to be turned off by riding instructors who were up themselves.
He REALLy is!!!
kid?
Sorry, Ron, you're not older. I ride a Kawasaki sport bike/crotch rocket, and I'll be 75 in two weeks.
Chrome side up, kid!
KawiKid
I gotta give you props for the whole “play the piano” analogy...I used to have a hard time cornering at speed because I was unknowingly fighting the bike due to me being too tense. I applied the relaxed “play the piano” thing, along with your vision advice and my cornering has significantly improved, so I’m now working on being as relaxed as I can be while riding. Thank you for all you do.
you're welcome!!
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Gotta love those metaphores that Eddie is coming up with. This video with the ‘piano trick’ and his other video on ‘getting in love with the sensation of falling over’ (I’m paraphrasing ;-) have had the biggest impact on me getting through corners quicker and more relaxed, ultimately: With much more joy!
Thanks Eddie!
Brand new rider here! Thank you for all the topics you cover. Priceless!
You’re welcome
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You’re such a good coach/instructor! I appreciate how well you explain things
Thanks Thalia! 370+ videos to go through :)
16 years of riding and I'm just learning this and never even considered this to be the reason my hands go numb or hurt. Great info!
jesus, been riding for like 2 weeks and I realized this almost instantly, thought it would go away or I would get used to it but I realized I'm just gripping too hard and now this video came up lol
@@Gentamoru same here , i'm worried to relax , coz i might increase the throttle to result in accident
Just started riding my 2001 R6 last year as a first bike. Everything you mentioned in this video makes sense. Thank u.
Most underrated moto instructor on CZcams
Well I'm an actual motorcycle instructor who teaches the basic all the way up through the advanced level classes for Total Control...there's a lot of CZcamsrs who ride motorcycles, big difference :)
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I've been riding since 1980, and I really enjoy this channel. There's always room to learn!
Hey Eddie! I can't thank you enough for your tips on this video. I was immensely troubled with the numb hands issue until I came across this video. I've seen it multiple times and put your tips to practice. I'm greatly benefitted and no more have the issue. Thank you again and again!
You're welcome!!
Subbed, I like the range of topics covered and the clear/ concise explanation of his points.
Thanks Jay! Please share with others!
I’m glad this topic came up! I thought I was just getting older and have circulation issues. I’m 37 and I’m great shape. So I was wondering.
Thanks for sharing you wisdom.
Semi new rider, this helped so much! Thnx for the video and keep up the hardwork! [Subbed]
You are so right, this is great advice. I’ve just returned to biking after a 30+ year “break”, and I’m experiencing fatigue in my right hand plus some numbness in my thumb. Modern bikes are so much more responsive and I find keeping the throttle under control so much more “refined” than my younger days. My bike has a rain mode which I might try as it dulls the responses, till I get used to it. Another great vid, keep saving lives…
Same here, got a zx10r2022 numb hands after 10 mins, tried this method and his spot on, so much better.
Thank you for taking the time out of your day to explain this.
You're welcome!
50 yrs on the road this year and you are someone I would ride with. I’ve had numb hands at times when riding a very technical road and that tells me to loosen up. Also new gloves might cause it till they’re broken in. Keep up the great videos.
Love your videos...I need to show this to my piano students lol/ you just explained everything I explain to them for the correct technique to avoid hurting shoulders and wrists and proper playing. Perfect analogy. My hand mostly bothers me some just from rolling the throttle, so not quite sure what to change.
Thanks
Cindy
Z650 rider/piano teacher
lol!! they'll be like, "Motorcycle riders are playing the piano?" lol let me know how that goes! Usually the right hand gets sorer faster for most, you're using the throttle and front brake at same time...maybe consider a throttle lock (cruise control type thing) to help out. leeparksdesign.com/omni-cruise-throttle-lock/
Hey Eddie!
Great tips! Works for them all, the bikes ;)
Being too tight on the bars triggers a whole lot of problems and chain reactions starting with the numbness.
Our riding ability is immensely reduced compromising our own safety.
I ride a CBR and I hook myself to the tank with the legs (tank grips are a huge help here) leaving this heavy work to these stronger limbs allowing me to relax the upper torso.
Now I can focus my senses to a whole lot of variables (cars, pedestrians, road signs, road conditions, tire grip, etc.. you name it) because I’m not tired, yet!
This also helps to get the feeling of being one with the bike and not that jiggling around the seat.
The more you can feel the bike and being relaxed, the more in control you are.
Keep up with the good work!
Regards from Portugal 🇵🇹
Thanks!
Man love your videos and your community here, always nice comments and it makes me confident and happy... So I wish I have met all of you on the road. Riding for 2 years in NY, and NJ made me aware of the danger and just bad people on the road so these videos and comments make me happy and positive. Thank you guys
Just wanted to tell you thank you so much for this vid. I got my first motorcycle this past spring and have had so many issues with my hand numbing up on me. This helped more than anything else I’ve tried.
You're very welcome!! That's great!
I ride a standard bike and found that my hands were going so numb that my hands began to hurt. I adjusted the handle bars down and towards me just a bit and it made a world of difference.
Sweet
I have been taught the same. Instead the example they used was your holding an EGG in each hand. So soft grip. Relax and body positioning + grip the tank with your knees so it takes that stress and pressure of your arms / hands..
Exactly!
Another great advice . Thanks
Great explanation ! Thank you so much
Thank you for your tips and advice! Glad I found your channel via DanDan Fireman...Subbed! Keep on making great vids and tips!!
Thank you so much!!
As someone who grew up racing harescrambles, I can tell you that this is probably the single most important thing you can learn. Being calm and relaxed on the bike will not only reduce arm pump by a huge amount, but it will help reduce fatigue altogether, and you won't be near as sore later on after you're done riding. Also learning about counter steering will help, trusting your tires in the turns, and learning how/when to be braking vs giving it gas are also things that will make someone a better rider.
Great points!
Nice profile pic, I bought the same bike yesterday!
R. Logan nice man! It's a beautiful piece of machinery!
I've been riding for about 3 months on the road and watching ur videos on adjusting the brake and clutch has been amazing thankyou for these has helped with being comfortable on the bike I brought a gsx250 22 model here in nz 🙌
Thank you for this advice! This helps a ton.
Glad it was helpful!
Nice video, suits my current situation! Also nice to see you from a different side than fully geared up with a helmet and glasses.
Thanks!
Thank you. I recently came across your channel and I've watched a bunch of your videos. You are very good at explaining what you're teaching. You should become a teacher at a MSF course or something. You would be very good at it. Thank you for taking the time to make all of these videos. We all appreciate your time and lessons. You have my subscription.
Thanks!
I’m new to biking and I had this for ages. Thought my gloves were too tight at first, then realised it was The Death Grip!
Thanks for your interesting and thoughtful vids, keep up the good work!
You're welcome!
Good call! Thank you.
This numbness in my hands has literally been on my mind for days thank you !
You're welcome Joana!
The facial expressions are priceless. Great tips as always
lol thanks!
You're really cute for a white guy!
Me?! lol
Yes you!
@@danielleschoenlau7861 says the white girl...
Thanks mate , really helpful information
Thank you for the “piano tip!” Worked wonders!
Glad it helped!
I found that buying one size larger gloves really helped with numb, tingling hands/wrists.
Yes, there's many variables.
New rider here, had my bike 3 weeks. My hands would get numb after 5 minutes. After watching this video (and PRACTICING daily) it now takes over an hour for the same level of numbness. I 'play the piano' constantly now. I also keep my butt all the way to the rear of the seat & pinch the gas tank with my knees. Thanks for this info, it's been a big help & made a huge difference.
Thanks for making the video. Great tips!
You're welcome!
"Lion king" I think this has been my issue. Thanks for what you do!
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Wow bro, amazing advice. I’ve been riding for 2 weeks, feeling super confident and natural on my GSXR 600 but this is one of the issues I’ve been having is hand and wrist pains. I’ve been death gripping the handlebars subconsciously, and heard from other riders to relax your hands but have been feeling like I have to make a strong concerted effort to relax the hands on the bike. Just watched your video, I leaned forward, bent the arms and squeezed the gas tank with my knees and it feels a lot easier to stay loose. Thanks bro! Still need to make it a habit to lean forward.
On another note, I’ve been having some pain in the back of my neck/spine area after riding for an hour or so. Any way to alleviate that? I’ve had back and neck pains for a while to begin with due to being out of shape and slouching a lot.
Thanks! I'm glad it helped!! That's the problem you're going to have to deal with riding a sports bike, why do you think I went to an upright bike!? lol Sportsbike like yours are just barely street legal, they're made for the track, not necessarily going to work and back. Very limited...it's made for performance, not comfort.
I really appreciate this channel!
Thanks for the lesson sir!
Great video and so true. When I first started riding I was squeezing that grip for dear life. Now and what you're supposed to do is have a grip where you can slip your hand on and off the grip easily. I find this works best for me. I ride a ZX7.
Blue Moon Exaclty! I was in the same boat for a long time!
"The Lion King" look. I fell off from my chair laughing 🤣
so many do it!
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Hi Eddie, another great video mate! I remember asking this question at my first rider training day way back. The response was the same as yours "it's you and the death grip" a scenario all newbies would likely encounter. But the solution given to me was more about the practical side and "grip the bike with your legs" was the response. That is to say, my instructor was saying that by gripping the tank with your legs, you place far less strain on the arms, thus less numb hands/arms going on. After practicing, sure enough, he was right. Even after 16 years of riding, I do sometimes catch myself out getting sore/numb hands and then I remember the training. I read comments here about the wrists being below the arm on sports bikes, and that's also true as I have sports bikes and know the pain involved. Especially at my age now of 40. Some bikes are just plain painful, like my 2004 ZX636R which loves to vibrate like a mad dog at around 100Kph & 6000rpm (or about 60Mph in your language). That's our highway speed here and so it gets hard after going on longer rides. I did a 5 hour ride on this bike one day, found that I couldn't get off the bike to take a piss because my legs were stuck in the "race position" and it was painful trying to move them to stand up!
Yes using your legs can help out big time and not death gripping the handlebars!
This video is beyond helpful. I've been suffering with my hands taking away the joy from riding. Thank you.
Thank you! Exactly what I was looking for. I’m a new rider on a HD Iron 1200 sportster. Hands were getting numb after short rides. I will try to play the piano from now on!! I’m also a big guy and should be on a less sporty bike!
You’re welcome
Hey, new rider as well. Gl1200 goldwing!
Love the "Lion King" analogy too Eddie, your a funny bloke.
Lol thanks!
Good advice ! Well explained, Thanks!
Thank you so much!
You are always on the point!!! In every video you upload! I think you are always in our minds before we ask for it . Keep up my friend!!!!
Thanks!
oh man! such a helpful tips, btw u r good actor too.... love from INDIA
Lol thanks!
Play the piano!! motojitsu.com
Thanks man. I'm currently learning to get my full A license in the UK and this is the best advice I've seen/heard yet. I'm way too tense and death gripping the hell outta the bars. Hold a potato chip and play the piano. 👍👍
Haha.. Yes, I am so learning these days that I am the problem.. ((Believe it or not (!!?) , 'play the piano' does WORK!!..THANK YOU!!))
Thank you for making this video. I've had this problem and figured that it was from squeezing my throttle hand to much. Though I had already figured this out for myself, I thought I was the only one with this problem. I feel much better knowing that I'm not the only one. Thanks I feel much better now and I will practice what you recommended! Thumbs up and subbed!
Please tell me that's a Yamaha behind you.
Appreciate the advice.
You're welcome!
Thanks Eddie this will definitely help me!!! Great Q&A
ELBEY LOUWRENS Awesome!!
Also arthritis in us old bikers ! ( even when relaxed grip)
Aside from medical reasons, death grip is the main cause.
Absolutely right. Especially on longer rides. Found out after many hours of aching arms and cramping fists. I got back to riding after a 28 year gap and found many such issues to get past through rediscovery. Really like your sessions. So practical...👍
Yes!!!
Thanks for this. I rode for 25 years and then took about 14 yrs off.. Got back on a bike and my tennis elbow was screaming at me within 5 minutes. And the finger numbness was off the chain. Im having to consciously tell myself to bend my arms and relax. I appreciate the “play the piano” analogy. Its getting better as I get back in the swing of things.
People get the same issue on mountain bikes Eddie. Unsurprisingly the answers are the same: relax your grip and adjust your body position to have less weight on your hands. Good video.
Thank you and You're welcome! Please share with others!
tqm in NZ ñ
I have numb hands issues! Eddie youre right 100% thank you again
You're welcome!
Your tips made all the difference for this 53 yr old newbie! THANKS!!!
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Thank you , good info.
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I like your 'flipbook' style in your videos. Brings a nice balance of attention between yourself and illustrations and not bombarding the entire screen with loads of images and text. :D
I ride a sports-style (now a sport tourer) bike. Before I ride I try and enter a 'zen' state of mind. If i'm uptight or angry, I walk away from the bike, make a cup of tea or drink water etc...
It helps the back and core muscles relax too. Keeping the core fresh and stable relaxes the arms, neck and shoulders.
Smart!
Too be loose and calm is to be safe. It's therapy for life and safety for the motorcycle.
Thanks for the video, great analogies.
I used to have my left thumb, index and middle fingers go numb with certain gloves. I changed gloves and viola! wierd no numbness. Needless to say, I tossed those in the garbage...lol
So maybe some of your viewers can check into that. Thumbs up 👍
In my and others' experience I've learned it's 99% due to gripping too hard...sometimes it is improper fitting gear.
Yes, different gloves worked for me too .. the seam around the palm was the issue.
I've also got a throttle rest which allows a more relaxed grip.
I love your videos, FE :) I've been practicing weight shifting around bends on my boulevard 800 .. just taking it easy on the twisties going to work ..no need to get the knee down, but getting a feel for the concept. Cheers x
Thank you. New to the channel and liking it big time so far
You're welcome! 350+ videos to go through
great video! this is very helpful. Thanks for sharing!
You're welcome
I learned through practice about stopping numb hands, like you said relax and play the piano 😀👌
That's great!! What kind of bike do you have?
Like the piano in the background. Lol
Just started riding regularly on a new bike. I’m working hard on holding on with my legs so my arms and legs are relaxed, like I’m riding a horse. My right hand still gets numb. I’ll remember about playing the piano. One day, I hope to ride like Fast Eddie, though I’m not fast, not an Eddie, and I’m 50. 😁
keep at it:)
helped a lot! Thanks man!
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Excellent advice really well presented, Thankyou !
You're welcome!
I have a Naked bike. I don't have a problem with numb hands, but after a longer ride...Maybe 25 to 30 miles my toes kind of go numb. I repossession my feet for a little and move them back to position periodically and it helps a little. I think most of it will have to do with getting used to riding longer distances. I don't know though. I'm still new to riding. I have only been on the bike for about a month and I average about 3 rides per week and about 14-60 miles per trip.
Yes, foot position is another video I made...long trips you'll be moving them around correct! I ride up to 400+ miles, sometimes in one day and I don't go numb or have any tingling...lol...but I'm kinda crazy and really focus on relaxing while I'm riding!
Agreed! Thanks for another Awesome Video Bro. Cheers!
You're welcome! lol
Fast Eddie’s Motorcycle Fun video
Thanks!
the numbness could also be a sign of carple tunnel syndrome so if it persists go see your doctor. I suffered the numbness for years and put it down to the cold and bike vibration but eventually it turned out to be carple tunnel had the operations and its been fine for the last 6 years
Yes, all medical reasons aside, it's most likely gripping too hard.
Yep, my hands would go numb when riding. I had the carpel tunnel surgery and now I can ride for hours.
Thanks for the info and video man
You’re welcome
Thanks from uk fella. I’ve been having a musical ride wherever I go
you're welcomce
the best advice in the motorcycling community. Good stuff
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Art since 4th grade
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I see. Good that you "graduated" from crayons to sharpies.
Well done!
@Motojitsu thanks so much for this! I had MAJOR issues with this as a beginner (and a LOT of difficulties relaxing shoulders which then cuts off hand circulation) Your potato crisp touch tip in conjunction with cornering tips has made a HUGE difference - every time i get a monster gust of wind et al i specifically chant "potato chips" and relax upper body, reset hand grip strength and trust the bike - really helped me reduce beginner anxiety 🤣👍🏻
welcome!
This helped me a lot. Thank you.
Good info man , I just subscribed 👍
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Fast Eddie’s Motorcycle Fun
I will definitely do that
"Push left to go left" guy knows what he's talking about...... subscribed.👍👍
lol simple counter steering!
Fast Eddie’s Motorcycle Fun , simple but so so many people get it wrong. Haven't watched your video on it but it's something I intuitively did anyway and it was years later before I ever saw any sort of video about it. I'm glad theres people like yourself out there helping the cause and keeping people safe. Keep up the good work.
Thank you so much!
I was wondering the same thing. Now am all confuse cause if I push my left hand isn't the bar going to turn to the right? Damn man
@@TheCarlito1380 there's plenty of videos about this on CZcams, go give them a watch then try it for yourself. It may seem counterintuitive but trust me counter steering works.
That would be helpful. Thanks for sharing.
Great advice - thanks.
You're welcome!
Lmfao "play the piano in the corner" helluva sentence bro. I love it super informative and your drawings help allot too.
Glad to hear it!
MFW my brain says "can you play the piano right now??" when I'm riding.
:)
Great advice.
thanks
Thank you sooooo much been making exactly the mistakes you pointed out with very numb hands and arms ~! Going to apply all of your suggestions and I am sure it will help ~! Kit
No hands no problem
True that lol
I do conscious relaxation every 10-15 minutes. In order for your shoulders, arms and hands to be loose and relaxed, your core has to be engaged. So the exercise goes: Core strong! Hands open & relaxed. Arms limp and floppy. Shoulders loose. Roll them! Head & neck flexible. You will immediately notice the blood flow surge into your extremities. Bonus: you’ll be a better and more responsive rider.
Tension creeps back in quickly so do this often.
Good tips to practice!
New to your channel, your videos are helpful, I’m a new rider, constantly learning. Thanks for sharing! :)
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Have this problem too, thanks for the advice. Will try this in my next ride! Drive safe everyone.
Let me know how it works out for you!
I’m installing a piano on my bike 🏍
Ah
1. hold potato chips in my hands - check
2. play the piano - check
3. when going through a corner pull a face, play the piano and shout Mhurrrrrrrr 10:31 - check
lol!
Great video. Being relaxed by self confidence through practice is the key indeed as you are always pointing out. I also keep my knees to the tank en I show beginners how I can drive on a smal road and through miled curves with my hands just on the tank. This, by shifting my balance slightly only. So no need to squeeze the steering bar as you pointed out very clearly. I’m 73 years and live in Czech Republic hills land. Younger guys follow me sometimes and are surprised when I take my helmet of. I have been driving motorcycles for >50 years myself and have ridden throughout Europe (summer and winter) and also through Asian and African countries without the idiocy as in many CZcams accident videos (DKW 350, BSA A10, triumph Bonneville , African twin, BMW R1250. Now: Triumph Tiger) and I still practice an emergency brake procedure, U turn etc. each day that I drive , just as you recommend.
Dude, it's amazing how easly is to understand your advises. Thank you for sharing your experiencia. Greetings from Colombia.
Thank you so much!
This will deffintly Help. Thank You
Thanks mate, that’s helps a lot!!
You're welcome!
Keep going with your videos.Very useful and makes our riding more fun and more safe. Thank you.
Great video man. Very informative, wished I found this sooner at an earlier stage when I started riding a few years ago. Liked and subscribed!
Thanks!!
Great vids Eddie.Love your channel Buddy!
Thanks Garth!
Good advice
Thank u
You're welcome!