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Numbness Vibration....NO FUN
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PS I may be adding bar end mirrors
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I am getting numbness in my hands after riding more than 20 mins…..i have seen ant vibration kits and adders for handle bars….guys on forum said to shoot some silicone culking down the tubes and that should help….wondering if you guys heard of this or think the anti vibration kits work?
PS I may be adding bar end mirrors
Hello, James, and WELCOME to KZR!
We're glad you're here!
What bike, year and model?
May want to address the several other vibe producing suspects before resorting to the handlebars.
Good Luck!
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1. Motor mounts - Make sure they are torqued to spec and if you have rubber mounts make sure they are not hardened, cracked or missing.
2. Chain - Make sure your chain & sprockets are not bad. Is chain to tight or does it have tight spots? Is it properly lubricated.
3. Carbs - Are the carbs properly synched?
I'm sure there are a few other things that can cause excessive vibrations (wheel bearings and rear wheel alignment come to mind) and somebody else will jump in with their ideas. Just my $.02
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In your new riding position, you could be putting pressure on the nerves to your hands which makes your hands go numb. Just an idea since you mentioned changing bars.
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