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I am just getting back into moto after a 27 year hiatus. My bike ('22 FC350) is awesome, I am being smart about all of the gear I am getting (6D, Tech 10s, etc.). I am aware that knee braces are where it is at for knee protection, and I may get there, but not just yet which leads me to my question please.
Is there a knee guard/pad that functions well, but is ultra comfortable for folks that squeeze the shit out of their bikes? I am pretty fit for a 47 year old dude, but my hands have massive issues (carpal tunnel I am sure), so I am relying on my knees more than I would like. I have tried Alpinestars 'basic' knee pads, but they would not stay put, so I purchased Leatt Dual Axis knee pads which offer a lot of protection, a little lateral protection even. They are comfortable enough just walking around, but after 3 hours of riding, my knees are like hamburger (tried twice to make sure it was not a fluke). The backside of my knees are raw, and the inside where you squeeze is all bruised from the hardware at the pivot point which is also where you squeeze the bike with your knees. So it is like having a bolt with a little padding between your knee and the bike. I like the idea of the extra protection over a basic knee pad, but need something that is not going to punish me for squeezing my bike.
I am not a big guy, 5'7", 155 lbs, with skinny runner legs if that helps. Any hands-on advice is appreciated fellas!!
Is there a knee guard/pad that functions well, but is ultra comfortable for folks that squeeze the shit out of their bikes? I am pretty fit for a 47 year old dude, but my hands have massive issues (carpal tunnel I am sure), so I am relying on my knees more than I would like. I have tried Alpinestars 'basic' knee pads, but they would not stay put, so I purchased Leatt Dual Axis knee pads which offer a lot of protection, a little lateral protection even. They are comfortable enough just walking around, but after 3 hours of riding, my knees are like hamburger (tried twice to make sure it was not a fluke). The backside of my knees are raw, and the inside where you squeeze is all bruised from the hardware at the pivot point which is also where you squeeze the bike with your knees. So it is like having a bolt with a little padding between your knee and the bike. I like the idea of the extra protection over a basic knee pad, but need something that is not going to punish me for squeezing my bike.
I am not a big guy, 5'7", 155 lbs, with skinny runner legs if that helps. Any hands-on advice is appreciated fellas!!
The Shop
1) unless you have big boy legs, get the small/medium. I got the large/Xl and I max the straps out. Want them tighter but they still don’t shift around
2) just get the version with the shin guards. I thought I was fine without them until my pro pegs ate my shin on a tip over
This is literally the only knee protection I’ve ever felt comfortable in. With full length brace socks, you don’t know you’re wearing them until you’re off the bike.
As for rubbing, get some knee brace sleeves to protect the skin from getting raw. Leatt makes some good ones.
Pit Row
I use TP199’s and it could just be overthinking it cause it’s not what I’m used to, but the lack of any hard plastic protection is worrying to me
My TP199's have a hard knee cup and shin area.
I also have the newer Astar SX-1 but I seem to get joint pain if I wear them much, and they make the bike feel wider. I am not sure if going down a size would help but I don't want to spend $100 to find out. They definitely have the side impact protection I am after and air flows right through them if you have a hot weather pant on.
These alpine stars ones look great too:
https://www.motosport.com/alpinestars-bionic-flex-knee-protector
https://www.motosport.com/alpinestars-sequence-knee-protectors
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