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What ATV has independent rear suspension?
The Outlaw is the only sport ATV on the market with independent rear suspension and the importance of keeping driving wheels in contact with the ground makes this a significant competitive advantage.
What are the different types of rear suspension?
Well, there are three basic ways to sort out a rear axle.
- Dependent. Dependent suspension – also known as a ‘live’ axle – is where the wheels are linked to each other in some fashion.
- Independent.
- MacPherson strut.
- Multi-link and dual wishbone.
- Semi-independent.
- Torsion beam.
Which types of rear suspension are most used today?
The Leaf Spring and Coil Spring Non-Independent Suspension are the most common on today’s rear drive vehicles. Their solid axle design exhibits some of the same wear characteristics as solid axle front systems. But the effect is not as dramatic since the rear wheels do not pivot.
What is swing arm suspension on an ATV?
The main component of the rear suspension of most modern motorbikes and ATVs, it holds the rear axle firmly, while pivoting to absorb bumps and suspension loads induced by the rider, acceleration, and braking. The swingarm has also been used for the front suspension of scooters.
Which is better flat surface riding or independent rear suspension?
Flat surface riding is better for solid rear axles. Independent rear suspension performs better on a variety of bumpy terrain. What are your thoughts? SRA or IRS?
What are the pros and cons of rear suspension?
The flexibility, comfort, and speed improve greatly with this type of rear suspension, making it great for trail riding, rock crawling, mud running, and rutted, rough trails. Such a flexible suspension provides more ground clearance than an SRA, but the caveat here is that it doesn’t handle heavy loads.
Are mountain bikes with rear suspension good for back pain?
If you have back problems, this style tends to be easier on the joints and bones. The flexibility, comfort, and speed improve greatly with this type of rear suspension, making it great for trail riding, rock crawling, mud running, and rutted, rough trails.
Should I raise my ATV’s center of gravity?
Raising the center of gravity does increase the possibility of rollover, and because the back bears less weight, the front end takes the brunt, especially on downhill stretches. Verdict: If you’re using your ATV for play without many bells and whistles, the IRS will provide light, quick, comfortable performance.