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San Antonio newbie riding a 08 FZ6

Being a newbie. I realized I was leaning too much on the handlebars. I've been reading Sport Bike Techniques and it said too use your core and back muscles to hold yourself up. I'm also gripping the tank more firmly with both my legs. It has helped a lot, when I start feeling the numbness I...

Went out for a ride this morning and was working on seat positions. Noticed that I do lean a on the handlebars ever so slightly. I decided to go out without the gloves. With the gloves(which are extra lrg) cut the circulation at my finger tips. Considering different gloves for now. I neglected...

Thanks for the info. I have tried not hanging on so tight. Left hand isn't a problem with a loose grip. I did notice an awkward position of my wrist. I am going to research different bars. I'm a regular mountain biker, and have never had issues with hands, but they are at a different angle. I...

Recently bought my 08 FZ6 and when I ride for 30 mins or so my right hand goes numb. I used to ride yrs ago and never had that problem. Ive tried with gloves and without. I have also tried to loosen my grip, but there is only so loose you can go on throttle hand. It gets so bad I can barely...

I just bought a 2008 FZ6 and I love the bike. First sport-bike. Last owner was a little shorter than I, maybe 5'6 and had lowered the handlebars a good 3 inches. Placement doesn't bother me, but should I be concerned on the tightening of the bolts. And also what are the benefits at diff heights...