Do triple clamps make a difference?
The more offset at the triple clamps, the more the rider will feel the weight of the fork tubes when steering. Although there needs to be some offset at the clamps to give fork clearance for a full turning radius, the less the better to decrease the fork’s moment of inertia.
Are dirt bike triple clamps Universal?
Description: The recall involves Radius Triple Clamps sold as an upgrade for use with a certain make and models of motocross motorcycles. The clamps are black in color and display the Universal logo on each end and the name “UNIVERSAL” on one side.
Do Xtrig clamps make a difference?
We found no noticeable difference between the Xtrig ROCS and our clamps when using proper torque and tightening techniques. And when using the right torque value, the binding is minimal. This just shows how important it is to use a quality torque wrench when tightening your triple clamps.
What is a triple clamp on a motorcycle?
A motorcycle fork connects a motorcycle’s front wheel and axle to its frame, typically via a yoke, also known as a triple clamp, which consists of an upper yoke joined to a lower yoke via a steering stem, a shaft that runs through the steering head, creating the steering axis.
What is a triple clamp for?
The triple clamp provides a very rigid and strong system to hold fork legs. It can found on downhill race bikes, freeride bikes, and some “enduro” bikes (Figure 1). Figure 1. The extremes of downhill racing require strength and rigidity in the front end. (
How does fork offset affect motorcycle handling?
It’s a bit – but not exactly – like having a steep or a slack head angle. Lots of trail results in more stable steering but it also results in the front axle being a bit closer to you. So for all-out straightish speed sections the bike will feel shorter.
Why is it called a triple clamp?
The “triple clamp” name refers to clamping the fork legs at three points (Figure 2). (This system is sometimes referred to as a “triple crown,” which is better saved for describing a series of three famous horse races rather then a fork system.)
How do you tighten triple clamps?
always use a torque wrench to tighten tripple clamps. not only do you have to worry about breaking the bolts, but more importantly if the clamp is too tight it will squeeze the fork tube and cause drag on your suspension…not good at all.
How do you adjust a triple clamp?
1) tighten pinch bolts on bottom clamp, leaving top loose. 2) hold brake and compress (bounce) forks several times to center forks. 3) tighten stem bolt/nut.
What happens if you change fork offset?
Increasing fork offset reduces trail. Larger wheels increase trail. With a larger wheel (e.g., a 29” wheel) the axle is higher off the ground compared to a smaller wheel. If you draw a line through the steering axis to the ground, it intersects the ground farther forward of the axle, increasing trail.
What is rake on forks?
Simply put, fork offset, or fork rake, is the distance between the front axle and the steering axis – the imaginary line running straight through the midpoint of the steerer tube. Fork offset is linked to another important measurement: trail.