Painful finger when riding
 

Hey guys, having a bit of an issue. As some will know im new to riding and probably do have a tighter grip than required when riding.

However it is only my little finger on my left hand which gets painful particularly after riding (and stays sore for days) but also during riding.

Any help would be great.

Re: Painful finger when riding
 

start with trying to take the weight off your hands and wrists, grip with the legs and try to keep your back stright this may help.

and as its the left, if you find that it might be due to movement when use the clutch try resting the finger on the lever, i use to get this but my gloves hold the last 2 fingers together so the little finger just gets dragged around.

Re: Painful finger when riding
 

Also consider adjusting the levers angle so you can grab them in a natural position without twisting the wrist. It will go away with time as you will relax and loosen you grip and body position on the bike.

Re: Painful finger when riding
 

Chop it off, its of no use apart from picking your nose ;)

Re: Painful finger when riding
 

I had a painful thumb on my left hand after riding for about the first month - it went away. I put it down to muscles growing where they weren't any before!

Re: Painful finger when riding
 

it's probably a tensing issue, however, try the other suggestions as well, also try a different pair of gloves, I had a pair some time back that were slightly tight on my left little finger, not enough to notice straight away and it ached after a hour or so, it could be tight or a seam pressing, but worth a try anyway.

Cheers Mark.

Re: Painful finger when riding
 

Buy some Tech-Spec tank grips. Grip with your knees and take the weight off your wrists.

Re: Painful finger when riding
 

thanks for all the help. ive decided to sell the gloves as i think they are the wrong size :( not pleased as i love the gloves, will just be buying the same ones in a bigger size. if anyones looking for any then i just put them in the for sale section :)