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Inverted forks

Discussion in 'Motorcycle Tech Talk' started by walleee, Jul 9, 2008.

  1. walleee

    walleee New Member

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    Apart from inverted forks looking good, do they actually improve handling?
    walleee, Jul 9, 2008
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    Art_NJr New Member

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    Yes. Moving the weight of the larger fork tube sections up to the triple trees gets it away from the wheel & also makes for an upper section more resistant to flexing. Reducing "unsprung weight" (weight not supported by the suspension) is always good & having less of it @ the wheel makes the wheel/tire easier to control. End result is the suspension & front tire are more responsive to steering input & road imperfections.
    Art_NJr, Jul 10, 2008
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    hotroadking Super Moderator Staff Member

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    Also your 1/4 mile and 60 foot times will improve from the lighter wallet in your back pocket :roflmao:
    hotroadking, Jul 10, 2008
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