Can anyone tell me the reasoning behind the linkages on the GSXR's - why aren't the shocks just placed in a direct line from the swingarm to the frame, like this:
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The linkage changes the leverage ratio. -
So it's just so you can use a lower spring rate? seems complicated if that's all it's there for - there must be some other advantage, or manufacturers would just go with a (cheaper) stiffer spring rate, and avoid the cost of all the linkage, no?
Just trying to wrap my brain around it...Comment
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You can get more wheel travel out of a shorter stroke damper.Comment
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cool. thanks for your replies!Comment
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