Knee pain when riding

I had the 250, i'm not a tall guy 5ft 8" at best. I had pain in my right knee after about 30-40 minutes. I couldn't explain why, I would just bear it but it was annoying, had to stop and stretch but once it hurt it was only a few minutes until the pain started back.

I moved up to a 650r, not as cramped and I have never had pain in the knees. The 650R was minimal difference in insurance and actual cost, definitely try one out.
 
hardk0re said:
I had the 250, i'm not a tall guy 5ft 8" at best. I had pain in my right knee after about 30-40 minutes. I couldn't explain why, I would just bear it but it was annoying, had to stop and stretch but once it hurt it was only a few minutes until the pain started back.

I moved up to a 650r, not as cramped and I have never had pain in the knees. The 650R was minimal difference in insurance and actual cost, definitely try one out.
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Hey ya I love the way the 650 looks and i did check insurance its only about 300$ more a year. Ill def test ride one and not close my options. My pain is bearable to. Just annoying. I think I'm just over thinking it.

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I'm a few inches over 6 feet, and I used to get some terrible knee and ankle joint pain when riding my 250 for more than hour. I found that replacing the seat did WONDERS. The stock seat likely creates some awkward pressure points, or could be restricting proper blood flow. Being able to properly distribute your weight in the saddle may help with that.

Replacement seats can be pricey, but you can find some covers or similar items for a good price. I had simply removed the original cover, glued and trimmed a hunk of memory foam to the stock seat, and stapled over some new fabric picked up at Fabricland. Cheap and effective.
 
mathan said:
Hey ya I love the way the 650 looks and i did check insurance its only about 3000$ more a year. Ill def test ride one and not close my options. My pain is bearable to. Just annoying. I think I'm just over thinking it.

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$3000/year MORE? For me it was $100 more per year but I guess because I started riding (on road) at 34 and i'm an old man :)
 
I used to have knee pain when riding but over the past couple of years I've been able to avoid it. I've been an avid hockey player for over 40 years so I've had many knee injuries including ligament tears and a fractured patella. I had arthroscopic surgery to clean up the loose bits a couple of years ago and it made the world of difference. I also have early stages of osteoarthritis so I've had shots of Orthovisc into the joints to help lubrication. These things along with having a bike that has very knee friendly ergos has done wonders for riding comfort but I must say that fitness has had more impact than anything. Work you legs with lunges, squats, hamstring curls, and leg extensions and you'll notice a big difference. Also, shedding a few pounds can't hurt. When I go touring I can be in the saddle for 8-10 hours without issue and can be pain free the morning after I play hockey.
 
hardk0re said:
I had the 250, i'm not a tall guy 5ft 8" at best. I had pain in my right knee after about 30-40 minutes. I couldn't explain why, I would just bear it but it was annoying, had to stop and stretch but once it hurt it was only a few minutes until the pain started back.

I moved up to a 650r, not as cramped and I have never had pain in the knees. The 650R was minimal difference in insurance and actual cost, definitely try one out.
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Interesting, I'm having the same issue with my 250, almost identical to you. Looking on cycle ergo it looks like knee bend is pretty much the same on the 650 as the 250, but the 650 is more upright and has a more relaxed hip bend angle. I thought the knee bend angle would be the major thing that'll determine the pain, so I was looking at the Versys and whatnot, but maybe I should test ride a 650...
 
I myself am no stranger to knee pain either. Have chronically dislocated patella in both knees and further surgery is not an option.
For me, the position while riding isn't the problem, it's being in the SAME Position for long periods of time that becomes painful.
For that reason my bike choices were centered around having the option of several foot positions. I prefer a more standard riding position which is comfortable
for the most part, but when my knees start to get sore, highway pegs and my feet out front really helps. I only need them for a few minutes
then I can go back to the standard riding position. Just another option to consider...
 
Start taking some glucosamine...I'm serious.

Proper gear and riding pants also help to decrease fatigue on the body. It holds you like a brace.
 
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