Pain in the neck.

[theducatikid]

Well I guess I need to relax more.  I mean I feel relaxed but maybe I can be more loose.  The strange thing about it is I don't really crouch down at all and it happens regardless of what I'm riding (slab, twistys).  Good stuff to think about next time I'm out riding, thanks all for the input.

Did you seriously put the Ducati logo on Ralph Macchio? 

yes, and apparently I'm the only one that thinks it's funny

[Oldfisti]

yes, and apparently I'm the only one that thinks it's funny

No you're not.

[Spicoli]

Curious on what is going on with this?  Any suggestions helping you out?

[theducatikid]

Yeah much thanks for all the suggestions.  I started to really concentrate on relaxing and finding the exact posture on the bike that feels right to me.  That really helped, although I still have a little pain.  I think I might have something mis-aligned in my back because I get the same exact pain at work, (I run heavy equipment).  If I could afford it, I'd go see a chiropractor.

[seevtsaab]

You carrying a backpack by anychance?

I didn't have much discomfort but occasionally I'd get a knot at the top of my spine - non existent with the Kriega

[Popeye the Sailor]

Or it just might be you. I had a similar issue. Went away of a different bike with a more upright position. The physical therapy, etc, did not help me. Sold the bike because of it.

[Goduc]

Just relax...maybe try changing your riding position more often.  That is what I have to do on longer rides.

[duc996]

YOu need to relax your shoulder muscles when you ride.Shake it up a bit.Loosen up the grip :-)

[ghostface]

Clip ons?