Will any gloves out there that reduce cutch hand fatiqueness?

[Violinbite]

Hi,

 

Seasonally, I experience extreme fatiqueness when clutch-in during waiting traffic, sometimes it is very unbearable that I need to put gear to 'Neutral' in order to rest the left palm. This is quite a challenge especially on rush hour where traffic is intermittenly stand still.

Any recommendation for remedy? I was wondering if its the gloves fault if the material is being thin.

Hope to hear from you guys if can suggest some good helps.

 

Violinbite

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[ticks]

Are u seriously practicing all that they teach at driving school?

[Violinbite]

Hi tick,

 

Certainly I don't think I can put up all kind of checks like those taught in the school:-) I do practise flexibility and defensive riding certainly. eg. If i knew the trafic light is going to be longer in waiting or just turn red, I ll certainly switch to neutral. But what i m refering is occasional extreme fatiqueness comes on and off though not everyday. Is it muscular tension or gloves? Or if any gloves that can ease this symtoms?

 

Violinbite

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Hi tick,

 

Certainly I don't think I can put up all kind of checks like those taught in the school:-) I do practise flexibility and defensive riding certainly. eg. If i knew the trafic light is going to be longer in waiting or just turn red, I ll certainly switch to neutral. But what i m refering is occasional extreme fatiqueness comes on and off though not everyday. Is it muscular tension or gloves? Or if any gloves that can ease this symtoms?

 

Violinbite

 

Haha. Good to hear that you've some flexibility there. Lol. Anyway.. Back to what you're saying.. I only get muscle aches at riding schools.. Or maybe its down to the muscles not getting used often..?was very hard on me when I first started using bikes with clutches. Now.. Could do with some harder clutches. Lol

[xiaoviper]

It could be that you have a hard clutch... Or some muscle thingy going on. I doubt having gloves will make it easier. But gloves shouldn't affect clutching strength much, but you could try to see if it helps you. Good to have another pair anyways Once in awhile we also do need to rest, maybe you use your forearm muscles a lot while working etc. You can buy those gripping muscle training stuff at daiso $2, not expensive, to train your gripping strength also.

[XxPJYxX]

What bike u riding? Stock clutch or aftermarket?

[Paikia44]

What bike u riding? Stock clutch or aftermarket?

 

Exactly my same thoughts.

 

Also... what kinda of clutch lever, hydralic pump or cable? If cable it might be also due to residue in the cable which made the lever 'hard'. Just have to lubricate the cable. Tension of the cable also plays a part and make sure it's of the correct lenth. Spray some WD40 at the clutch lower lever might also help (this should be at the right side of the engine). If its a pump type, then check the fluid level, seals, settings etc.

 

If all mechanical items are working well, then perhaps what xiaoviper suggested to train up the muscle would work. LOL. But seriously, i honestly doubt it can be that bad in Sillypore traffic. You should try doing offroading... that one clutch in clutch out half clutch can really cramp up your fingers and forearm.

[Violinbite]

It could be that you have a hard clutch... Or some muscle thingy going on. I doubt having gloves will make it easier. But gloves shouldn't affect clutching strength much, but you could try to see if it helps you. Good to have another pair anyways Once in awhile we also do need to rest, maybe you use your forearm muscles a lot while working etc. You can buy those gripping muscle training stuff at daiso $2, not expensive, to train your gripping strength also.

 

Hi xiaoviper,

Sounds good to do some clenching exercise for a start for this troubleshooting. I am a doubtful about the usage or even under usage of left forearm as i play musical instrument where left fingers are mainly used for pressing. Currently riding a Honda Tiger 200cc which is only 7 months old bike, bought new in april tis year.

 

Violinbite

[Violinbite]

Exactly my same thoughts.

 

Also... what kinda of clutch lever, hydralic pump or cable? If cable it might be also due to residue in the cable which made the lever 'hard'. Just have to lubricate the cable. Tension of the cable also plays a part and make sure it's of the correct lenth. Spray some WD40 at the clutch lower lever might also help (this should be at the right side of the engine). If its a pump type, then check the fluid level, seals, settings etc.

 

If all mechanical items are working well, then perhaps what xiaoviper suggested to train up the muscle would work. LOL. But seriously, i honestly doubt it can be that bad in Sillypore traffic. You should try doing offroading... that one clutch in clutch out half clutch can really cramp up your fingers and forearm.

 

Hi paikia44,

 

Currently riding a 7 month-old Honda Tiger 200cc. Bought new in april, but prior to that i rode on a Pulsar 180 which i cant recall this problem. The Tiger is still on its original stock cable with currently 6100km clock in mileage. Not sure if in future i change new cable will it help. :-) For a good start, I ll take some clenching exercise whole keep an eye on the cable lubrication you suggested.

 

Violinbite

[xiaoviper]

LoL, now that I read my own post, the exercising part sounds funny. But then again, you've been riding for 7 months, and if daily, if not at least close to that, no reason for you to experience such problem... The technical part suggested by paikai might be the answer.

[Paikia44]

Also... Check the angle of the lever. Perhaps that's causing the strain on your fingers. It should be at a natural angle to your riding position.

[papabread79]

Also... Check the angle of the lever. Perhaps that's causing the strain on your fingers. It should be at a natural angle to your riding position.

Paikia could be right. Ur lever at rest position might be at a rather large angle to the grip.

[Violinbite]

Paikia could be right. Ur lever at rest position might be at a rathit er large angle to the grip.

 

Hi papabread/paikia44,

 

It seems to strike a note that the clutch level position might be a cause the fatiqueness. I ll observe closely on my left handling position to the clutch level. I think personally nothing wrong w the clutch action as I felt it wasn't really hard in any sense. :-)

 

Violinbite

[Paikia44]

It should be at a natural angle with your riding position.

[XxPJYxX]

First thing to do, adjust the freeplay... U can set the biting point of the clutch to about 1-2cm from the grip... First segment of your finger from your palm... Should help you alot... Did that to my 2b kr150 and tzm150... Nearer biting point, pickup sooner and faster, change gears easier, free play more... But u have to get used to the biting point first... Try it...

[XxPJYxX]

Btw, once u adjusted it, your half clutch wouldn't really be exactly half, but more like 1/4 so u don't have to stress your fingers by gripping at the second segment of your fingers... Reduce your effort by half... Hope it helps... ride safe...