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Leverage Ratio
Leverage ratio describes the relationship between rear-wheel movement and shock compression on a full-suspension bicycle. It is normally expressed […]
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Anti-Squat
Anti-squat describes how a bicycle’s rear suspension responds to acceleration. It compares the suspension-extending influence of drivetrain and tire […]
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Suspension Kinematics
Suspension kinematics describes the geometry-controlled movement of a bicycle’s rear axle, linkage, and shock as the suspension travels. It […]
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