The Surprising Reason Your Hands Keep Going Numb

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[@MotoJitsu]

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[@Stacy_Smith]

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.

[@muskokamike127]

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.

[@diggrass1167]

Yeah she likes my pear

[@johnbaker6071]

Thank you for all your videos, worth their weight in gold, I just tell myself each time I pull away, " RELAX" It works.

[@seatime674]

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

[@rondidonato8552]

As an older (64) rider on a sport bike this kid is very wise! His videos are always informative. Keep it up sir!

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks Ron!

[@blackbirdrider2]

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.

[@NewMillionaire]

He REALLy is!!!

[@Brobore]

kid?

[@usernamemykel]

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

[@mykematics8156]

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.

[@MotoJitsu]

you're welcome!! MotoJitsu.com for my app, books, merch, affiliate links, discounts, courses, etc.

[@ElDuderino999]

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!

[@ivopetrov6026]

Brand new rider here! Thank you for all the topics you cover. Priceless!

[@MotoJitsu]

You’re welcome

[@naderalhilali9108]

W

[@noskinleftover]

You’re such a good coach/instructor! I appreciate how well you explain things

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks Thalia! 370+ videos to go through :)

[@alexanderlee7247]

Most underrated moto instructor on KZbin

[@MotoJitsu]

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 KZbinrs who ride motorcycles, big difference :) MotoJitsu.com for my new app, books, merch, etc.

[@Darkamerica91]

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!

[@Gentamoru]

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

[@vfxklee3191]

@@Gentamoru same here , i'm worried to relax , coz i might increase the throttle to result in accident

[@Nancoman]

I've been riding since 1980, and I really enjoy this channel. There's always room to learn!

[@bwnco]

Go threw life as you know nothing. Then you will know everything. Seneca or one of those stoic dudes! yes always learning

[@VishalSharma-uo8lu]

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!

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome!!

[@SteveLawrance]

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…

[@adsinit]

Same here, got a zx10r2022 numb hands after 10 mins, tried this method and his spot on, so much better.

[@Johny40Se7en]

The facial expressions are priceless. Great tips as always

[@MotoJitsu]

lol thanks!

[@danielleschoenlau7861]

You're really cute for a white guy!

[@MotoJitsu]

Me?! lol

[@danielleschoenlau7861]

Yes you!

[@IndyMotoRider]

@@danielleschoenlau7861 says the white girl...

[@DogGuy19]

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.

[@irvdunk9291]

Just started riding my 2001 R6 last year as a first bike. Everything you mentioned in this video makes sense. Thank u.

[@zeke8341]

Thank you for taking the time out of your day to explain this.

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome!

[@karebear7251]

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.

[@MotoJitsu]

Great points!

[@RLogan-sl7xl]

Nice profile pic, I bought the same bike yesterday!

[@karebear7251]

R. Logan nice man! It's a beautiful piece of machinery!

[@aleksfoxtrot8044]

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.

[@sapito68]

Your tips made all the difference for this 53 yr old newbie! THANKS!!!

[@MotoJitsu]

❤️👍🏼

[@mike325ut]

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.

[@MotoJitsu]

Sweet

[@enh8775]

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..

[@MotoJitsu]

Exactly!

[@planetpeckham1]

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!

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome!

[@sush3450]

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.

[@MotoJitsu]

You're very welcome!! That's great!

[@rudebwoy8]

Subbed, I like the range of topics covered and the clear/ concise explanation of his points.

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks Jay! Please share with others!

[@joanareyes3870]

This numbness in my hands has literally been on my mind for days thank you !

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome Joana!

[@FergusJohnston]

As a musician, I think you have the perfect analogy in "playing the piano". You are a marvellous teacher. Thanks for all of your videos.

[@MotoJitsu]

You're very welcome!

[@darthmaestro6710]

Music teacher. I appreciate it also!

[@varck7935]

Just got a CBR1000rr Fireblade today, never ridden a sportbike in my life (Been supermoto and dirtbikes for the last 5 years) and I found my wrists are destroyed after riding the bike home from the dealer. When the weather gets better I'll try being more relaxed on the bike and hope that my hands dont go numb! Cheers!

[@StimpysGarage]

I found that buying one size larger gloves really helped with numb, tingling hands/wrists.

[@MotoJitsu]

Yes, there's many variables.

[@AllSignsSayNO]

Semi new rider, this helped so much! Thnx for the video and keep up the hardwork! [Subbed]

[@MichaelJohnson-mh7mp]

Outstanding information I've been riding for almost 50 years, and after a few years away from bikes, I forgot this and started tensing up. In my early years, I was going 800 to 1,000 miles nonstop without numbness.

[@MotoJitsu]

Thank you Michael!

[@antonioleon3373]

I own a 2016 Street Glide... I love this machine, been riding for a short time, my right hand gets numb after about 30 min of driving, I'm thinking of putting foam grips on to give me some cushion. When I'm at a stop light I put the bike in "neutral" shake it off, then I continue on my way... I like this video, great information, thank you. Tony.

[@MotoJitsu]

Nice bike Tony!! Yes, try different things to see if it'll help! Experiment!

[@notumang]

"The Lion King" look. I fell off from my chair laughing 🤣

[@MotoJitsu]

so many do it! MotoJitsu.com for my new app, books, merch, etc.

[@pedrosousa7493]

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 🇵🇹

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks!

[@CarlosSanchez-kd8et]

I'm 55 and I'm learning a lot from you. Thank you so much.

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome!

[@jacob-spring]

6:50 I ride a gen1 SV650s that doesn't have the most aggressive sportbike riding position but still leaned forward and when I identified that I needed to squeeze the gastank with my knees and using my core to hold my upper body instead of my arms. The numbness in my hands disappeared. When using your knees and core you kind of become "one with the bike" and your arms/hands are free to handle the steering and controls with ease.

[@MotoJitsu]

more relaxed your arms are, the more control you have

[@mikeechevarria4608]

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!

[@MotoJitsu]

You’re welcome

[@henricksmaximilian]

Hey, new rider as well. Gl1200 goldwing!

[@zbikerkwki5120]

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

[@MotoJitsu]

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/

[@portbogie2865]

No idea who this guy is, first time I have come across him on youtube. Listen to him people, he is giving good advice. I have been riding for 37 years and what he is telling you in this video is correct, you gotta relax! I've taught quite a few people how to ride over the years and one of the first things I teach them is to keep your knees in (gives you stability in the seat) and use their core (stomach) for stability. Your arms and hands should be loose 95% of the time, there will be sometimes when you need a firmer grip. Use your core muscles and lean into your accelerations so you are not leaning back and pulling on your grips, use your core for leaning instead of pulling or pushing on the grips to lean. Like he said, you need to keep a proper grip, but it should be very light so you can work all your controls with ease. Good advice MotoJitsu, I'll check out some more of your videos! Stay loose out there riders!

[@MotoJitsu]

❤️👍🏼

[@theponykid]

Makes so much sense. As a newish rider, sometimes my throttle hand goes numb on long straight stretches. I've also realised sometimes I tense up halfway around a bend and have to mentally remind myself to relax, so from now on I will try the piano thing.

[@DrewOnTwo304]

"Lion king" I think this has been my issue. Thanks for what you do!

[@MotoJitsu]

😊👍🏼

[@TheBlondBoyBandit]

Nice video, suits my current situation! Also nice to see you from a different side than fully geared up with a helmet and glasses.

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks!

[@burnerdown2]

I like this guy, he constantly is always learning in great detail. That's how you become very good. Always examine yourself and always learn no matter how good you are. When you stop learning you can't get any better....

[@fredglitz]

Good points. When you take flight lessons they call it "white knuckle" flying. On long trips cruise control is a big advantage, especially for an older guy like me with carpo tunnel syndrome

[@MotoJitsu]

fredglitz Very true!

[@MotoJitsu]

Play the piano!! motojitsu.com

[@RichO1701e]

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. 👍👍

[@Tobeon2]

Haha.. Yes, I am so learning these days that I am the problem.. ((Believe it or not (!!?) , 'play the piano' does WORK!!..THANK YOU!!))

[@SmokeRingsPipeDreams]

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!

[@donjonson9587]

Please tell me that's a Yamaha behind you.

[@shashimenon1000]

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...👍

[@MotoJitsu]

Yes!!!

[@dennisbuckley]

Im watching this at midnight, and now can’t wait until morning to try the play the piano / potato chip (uk = crisp) idea. I’m a new rider at 56, having completed the UK Mod1 and Mod2 training and tests and now the proud owner of a fabulous Yamaha Tracer 7. It’s such an amazing ‘gateway’ bike for a newb, easy to get on with but nonetheless requires respect - which is probably causing me to tense up unaware and give ‘pins and needles’ in my right hand. Great tips MJ, thanks👍

[@chrisrader8547]

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.

[@europan48bobber40]

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

[@MotoJitsu]

Yes, all medical reasons aside, it's most likely gripping too hard.

[@kurtbormann7751]

Yep, my hands would go numb when riding. I had the carpel tunnel surgery and now I can ride for hours.

[@tqminnz1405]

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.

[@MotoJitsu]

Thank you and You're welcome! Please share with others!

[@stevebrooks5930]

tqm in NZ ñ

[@garethtravis1786]

@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 🤣👍🏻

[@MotoJitsu]

welcome!

[@rikherlaar]

same for bicycle riding...funny that ...I never had this issue on motorbikes but always on my MTB ...till I realized I was not relaxed enough and kept my arms straight all the time....thx for sharing these gems of wisdom ;-)

[@MotoJitsu]

:) you're welcome

[@Jon-et3eo]

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.

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks!

[@Blue-moon12]

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.

[@MotoJitsu]

Blue Moon Exaclty! I was in the same boat for a long time!

[@harrycalibra]

So happy I found this video it explains a lot - i'll be getting my abba stand out tomorrow helps stand the bike up and i'll be practicing sitting on my BMW S1000RR and moving my arse back away from the tank. I do have a problem with my right hand getting very sore and numb just moving my arse back away from the tank helps drop my arms. Thanks so much i'll be practicing that tomorrow using the abba stand then taking the bike out trying it for real. Thanks for the upload very much appreciated ride safe Moto 😎👌

[@JS-ci7jz]

Bro thanks for the advice u hit it right in the nail kudos

[@MotoJitsu]

😊👍🏼

[@tommydacheese2185]

Thank you for the “piano tip!” Worked wonders!

[@MotoJitsu]

Glad it helped!

[@mrsmith7835]

Love the "Lion King" analogy too Eddie, your a funny bloke.

[@MotoJitsu]

Lol thanks!

[@gassemo239]

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.

[@stevegordon2032]

More sense as usual from the voice of biking. Everything you teach makes me want to try it to get better and safer. Thanks for all your wisdom. 🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@MotoJitsu]

glad to hear it! instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@alejandroleguizamo7722]

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. 😁

[@MotoJitsu]

keep at it:)

[@ksdad2two]

Also arthritis in us old bikers ! ( even when relaxed grip)

[@MotoJitsu]

Aside from medical reasons, death grip is the main cause.

[@warriorgoddesscrystalgeome6337]

OMG! Thank you so much for this information I just got a brand new Kawasaki and I was experiencing wrist and arm discomfort circulation getting cut off in my fingers, I will practice this technique.

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome!! :)

[@ladytao6370]

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 👍

[@MotoJitsu]

In my and others' experience I've learned it's 99% due to gripping too hard...sometimes it is improper fitting gear.

[@char_lou]

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

[@Stuboi0]

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.

[@MotoJitsu]

Smart!

[@DENicholsAutoBravado]

Too be loose and calm is to be safe. It's therapy for life and safety for the motorcycle.

[@crackshotmcgee9588]

I've found that when I haven't been on a bike for a little while my hands get numb. For instance I've slowly started riding more and more since I broke my leg a little over 3 months ago and I get some numbness here and there. Especially on the highway at night. I assumed it was just because I'm rebuilding my confidence after a fairly bad crash. Watching your videos has helped me with that. I've been going to a parking lot and practicing even the simplest of maneuvers. You never stop learning and there is always room for improvement. Also I've gotten much better gear than I had and ride in a full race suit now.

[@MotoJitsu]

Awesome! Good for you!! Keep practicing, you'll improve! Try out my White Belt Drills

[@MrSaemichlaus]

Newbies are tight, pros are relaxed. It goes for so many things in life. If you know what's coming at you, you can tailor your reactions better. Also, the death grip might give you a false sense of security on the bike. Once you go light on the handlebars, you realize how fragile you are on it and how your foresight and decisions decide your fate much more than your handy work.

[@Sonnybee01]

I learned through practice about stopping numb hands, like you said relax and play the piano 😀👌

[@MotoJitsu]

That's great!! What kind of bike do you have?

[@channelclosingastrollshave9447]

Like the piano in the background. Lol

[@usernamemykel]

I've been meaning to ask for awhile now, how did you develop your terrific "Sharpie" skills?

[@MotoJitsu]

Art since 4th grade

[@usernamemykel]

@@MotoJitsu I see. Good that you "graduated" from crayons to sharpies. Well done!

[@MayLinh_ASMR]

New to your channel, your videos are helpful, I’m a new rider, constantly learning. Thanks for sharing! :)

[@MotoJitsu]

❤️👍🏼

[@edjackson4389]

I remember when I first got my zx-10 years ago. I was chocking the grips to death out of fear ,and my hands went numb. I also had the "lion king position" that made it even worse. Good advice here in this video. I wish someone would have told me this in the beginning. I finally learned to relax on my own, and bought some good riding gloves and it's not a problem now.

[@MotoJitsu]

Ed Jackson Awesome!

[@Goalier95]

Thank you for your tips and advice! Glad I found your channel via DanDan Fireman...Subbed! Keep on making great vids and tips!!

[@MotoJitsu]

Thank you so much!!

[@jaseamondo]

"Push left to go left" guy knows what he's talking about...... subscribed.👍👍

[@MotoJitsu]

lol simple counter steering!

[@jaseamondo]

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.

[@MotoJitsu]

Thank you so much!

[@TheCarlito1380]

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

[@jaseamondo]

@@TheCarlito1380 there's plenty of videos about this on KZbin, go give them a watch then try it for yourself. It may seem counterintuitive but trust me counter steering works.

[@Kenny_Mars]

I'm 60 and ride a Concours 14. I couldn't last 100 kms until I learned to relax my grip. Reminding myself allowed me to ride 1000 km only stopping for fuel with no pain.

[@MotoJitsu]

Nice!

[@daryljhunroperos9754]

I saw this video 2 weeks ago, been watching you for over a month. I am a new motor cycle rider who experienced numbness and fatigue in my hands during rides and even after riding, it would last for over a day. Next morning every time I woke up i just felt no strength in my hands. When riding I normally over gripped my handlebars not in relaxed mode which is the reason of what I felt. Now after watching this video, I immediately applied what you've taught and suggested, and guess what? BANG! It was effective and I just want to tell you how helpful your channel. I didn't feel the same way anymore. Keep up and Godbless you.

[@MotoJitsu]

I’m so glad!! Thank you so much!

[@MrClayblasdel]

the best advice in the motorcycling community. Good stuff

[@MotoJitsu]

Clay Blasdel Thank you!

[@shuvrojyotikar9787]

oh man! such a helpful tips, btw u r good actor too.... love from INDIA

[@MotoJitsu]

Lol thanks!

[@joeybreezedad]

I'm an old rider too(55) rode all kind of bikes since the age of 14 till I was 27 and never had that numbness problem, unfortunately, The girl I decided to make my wife had a trauma with bikes and made me sell my beloved Yamaha RD350 and never rode again till two years ago when divorced. Thanks so much; you just solve the problem that almost made me sell my bike and give up riding forever (I was blaming my age and my Exwife, lol); I've been shutting up and practicing. Playing the piano. The results are already there. Please keep uploading and sharing with us your knowledge and experience with all of us Motorcycle lovers.

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks! Will do

[@alexanderi7332]

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

[@princeofdenmark9142]

MFW my brain says "can you play the piano right now??" when I'm riding.

[@MotoJitsu]

:)

[@BerserkerGuts_]

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.

[@MotoJitsu]

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.

[@xaverpan6131]

You do have a good point here about relaxing the grip. Still, with +40 years riding, I found that numb hands occur in cold weather more than hot. Plus, blood pressure does play out; typically not a concern for younger people ;-) Basically - "Playing Piano" is a nice formula, thanks for that !

[@Outhavingago]

Thanks MotoJitsu, I have been riding along time. But thanks to you, I now play the piano every time I ride my Yamaha RoadStar 1600. Cheers mate, great show!🍻👍🏼

[@MotoJitsu]

Awesome!

[@MotoQuickShifter]

I have numb hands issues! Eddie youre right 100% thank you again

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome!

[@rivernet62]

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.

[@MotoJitsu]

Good tips to practice!

[@arisnickerz]

Sweet. I'm a novice rider and just got my first sport bike. This video is great thank you for the tips!

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome! Check out my Video Top 10 Skills To Master and SPEED & The Little Red Wagon, those will help dramatically!

[@realtorhectorreyes9785]

I get numb hands when splitting lanes and driving at night. I will start little by little to remember to play the piano! Thanks again, Eddie!

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome!

[@Noble-6]

Lmfao "play the piano in the corner" helluva sentence bro. I love it super informative and your drawings help allot too.

[@MotoJitsu]

Glad to hear it!

[@JustinDowDIYcentralhighway]

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.

[@MotoJitsu]

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!

[@JustinDowDIYcentralhighway]

Agreed! Thanks for another Awesome Video Bro. Cheers!

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome! lol

[@darkdrewish1]

Fast Eddie’s Motorcycle Fun video

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks!

[@ratrodramblin]

That makes sense. I use to ride at 5 am in winter 25 miles to work on a supermoto in the rain down sketchy roads full of wild animals and besides being freezing cold my hands would numb up. Thanks. Good info.

[@MotoJitsu]

ratrodramblin Thanks!!

[@maheshbiaspal]

Good Session. I had this problem the longest time. Then I realized even though the gloves were of my size that was the problem. I got one size bigger gloves and the problem went away immediately. Thank you for all your tips.

[@MotoJitsu]

that would definitely help!

[@claudesmoot1880]

No hands no problem

[@MotoJitsu]

True that lol

[@jonathanmirel2741]

I’m installing a piano on my bike 🏍

[@MotoJitsu]

Ah

[@calebstamey4757]

I put a flat thumb tab thing on the throttle of my Vulcan. It just locks around the grip and the tap lands about where my thumb is and that helped a lot for my right hand because I can use more of a push with my thumb rather than a twist of my wrist. It might just work for me though because I think most of my numbness was vibration from my boat of a bike lol! I really like the playing piano method, that’s an awesome way to tell if you’re gripping too tight. Great video man!

[@MotoJitsu]

sweet!

[@PinMoto_9752]

Have this problem too, thanks for the advice. Will try this in my next ride! Drive safe everyone.

[@MotoJitsu]

Let me know how it works out for you!

[@allomentproof2573]

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

[@MotoJitsu]

lol!

[@keystonedaytrip238]

Good info man , I just subscribed 👍

[@MotoJitsu]

Awesome! Thank you...go through my videos and share the ones you like best!

[@keystonedaytrip238]

Fast Eddie’s Motorcycle Fun I will definitely do that

[@RenegadeZulu]

Thanks from uk fella. I’ve been having a musical ride wherever I go

[@MotoJitsu]

you're welcomce

[@andre8025]

My man Eddie drops facts. I agree 100%. I ride a ninja 250 SL, sporty but not too much, and I've noticed the way to get rid of the hands going numb/sore thing is just hold tight with your knees to the tank, and drive your weight down to your feet, thus supporting your body without using your hands. Keep up the fantastic work bud!

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks! lol

[@ninja250r2008]

Thank you! My hands stopped going numb as soon as I followed this advice. Now my back hurts like crazy...

[@dragangasic5680]

I have the same issue on cbr650r. I guess that has something to do with seating position or in my case sport bike forward lean. Most probably I will switch to something with more upright seating position.

[@eltioseba]

Thanks for the info Greg! I've bought a new bike recently and I'm experiencing this for the first time. I think that the fear to the new motorcycle (this a big one for me, suzuki DL 650) is making me tense, and my hands going numb. I'll keep practicing and playing the piano :D thanks for your videos man, greetings from Barcelona, Spain !

[@MotoJitsu]

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[@warmongerfenrir8524]

New rider here, your videos gives me so much confidence! Appreciate it

[@MotoJitsu]

Glad to hear it! Check out my website that has the links to my new app, all 4 of my books, merchandise, etc. MotoJitsu.com

[@bodieb1233]

Eddie, So easy and so true.... Simple and I will relax my grip much more. Just rode today and was suffering so much couldn't turn the directional on with my thumb... Great job and nice style.

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks Anthony!! Share with others! Maybe they can benefit too!!