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Old Mar 1, 2003 | 07:48 PM
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I never used to ride as much as i do now, but i find now that i got my pred, when i go on all day say, 9-5 trips, big bike runs with alot of bikes i get a headache. WHY? I have no idea, im eating fine, its not too cold on my face, have a mask and goggles, my helmet isnt too tight, fits snug and comfortable. I thought about that i dont wear my glasses while riding..however i dont wear them at work all day either, and i never get the headaches then.

Could it be the fresh air or somthing? maybe all the exhaust smoke? Am i all alone on this thing?? Any ideas?
 
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Old Mar 1, 2003 | 08:10 PM
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i get that too.........

if im rideing hard or jumping alot i get a headache................
 
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Old Mar 1, 2003 | 08:11 PM
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maybe thats it..maybe now that i got the pred, im doing alot more agressive riding and thats causing it..hmmm
 
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Old Mar 1, 2003 | 08:23 PM
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I get headaches too. It's weird though. I always thought it was from all the exhaust fumes. Its not a really bad headache or anything, it's just annoying. I like to think of it as a good pain.[img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif[/img]
 
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Old Mar 1, 2003 | 08:54 PM
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It has to do with riding hard and adrenaline I guess. When we trail ride in the mountains I dont get one, but when we ride hard at the dunes or when I'm on the race bike I have to make sure and carry the excederin. That's about everytime.
 
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Old Mar 1, 2003 | 09:03 PM
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Maybe it's the enging/exhaust noise? Try ear plugs for one ride that should be enough to determine if that's the cause.
 
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Old Mar 1, 2003 | 09:30 PM
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I get headaches later in the day if riding fast and aggressive all the time, quads or snowmobiles. Slower more leisurely riding it doesn't happen. I sometimes take some asprin after lunch to ward it off before it happens.
 
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Old Mar 1, 2003 | 10:06 PM
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2 stroke exhaust gives me headaches!
 
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Old Mar 1, 2003 | 10:24 PM
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I would think aggressive riding would drastically increase the amount of strain on your neck and head from the helmet bouncing around like a bobble head doll , in addition to the eyestrain from concentrating on the terrain so hard.
 
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Old Mar 1, 2003 | 10:40 PM
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Originally posted by: powerslider
I sometimes take some asprin after lunch to ward it off before it happens.
I second that.

Scotts88,

I know what I would do is if your aspirin tolerant take two before you go riding but not on an empty stomach. One a day is good for your health. I have been taking one(325 mg tablet) a day since 1981.

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