MY21B05 - 12_1.0_21.10.2020
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Overview
3.1.2.2 Rear frame damper
The rear frame damper rebounds at a controlled
speed if it is optimally adjusted. The rear wheel
does not bounce off rough surfaces or the ground;
it stays in contact with the ground instead
(blue line).
The saddle is raised slightly if the bump is
compensated and gently sinks downwards when
the suspension deflects as soon as the wheel
touches the ground after the bump. The rear
frame damper rebounds in a controlled way, so
that the rider remains sitting in a horizontal
position when the next bump is absorbed. The
suspension motion is predictable and controlled
and the rider is not thrown upwards or forwards
(green line).
Figure 10: Optimum rear frame damper riding performance
When optimally adjusted, the rear frame damper
counteracts deflection, stays higher in its
deflection range and helps the rider to maintain
speed when riding on hilly parts of terrain.
Figure 11: Optimum rear frame damper riding performance on hilly terrain
When optimally adjusted, the rear frame damper
deflects quickly and unhindered when the bike hits
bumps and absorbs a bump. Traction is retained
(blue line).
The saddle rises slightly when absorbing a bump
(green line).
Figure 12: Optimum rear frame damper riding performance over bumps
