So tell me about ax...
 

[Closed] So tell me about axle-paths for rear-suspension frames

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So, ignoring the effect of single-pivot, multi-linkage, platform shock, spring rates etc. If you were starting from scratch, what would be your rear-axle path of choice? Back and up? Up and back? straight up? Some crazy S-curve?

And, much like we know that steep angles are better for XC and slack angles for DH and trail bikes have a happy compromise, do different styles of bikes need different axle paths?


 
Posted : 30/08/2012 2:40 pm
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Roughly....

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Back/up 25%, upwards 50%, forward/up 25%. Ish, of course.


 
Posted : 30/08/2012 3:38 pm