papasmurf96 Posted June 9, 2013 Report Share Posted June 9, 2013 Hey guys, im finally starting to build a 4 mil and want to keep the bike somewhat trail-able so I'm looking at plus 4 swingarms. I see there are three diferent designs: standard, ladder, and arched. I am more interested in the standard or ladder type swingarm from stellar. Could you guys give me some insight on differences (excluding the aesthetics) of these two types. I know ladder systems are used on vehicles for better weight transfer as well as a reduction in axle wrap/wheel hop. Does this concept also apply to swingarms, Thanks guys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n2otoofast4u Posted June 10, 2013 Report Share Posted June 10, 2013 If you want it before Christmas you might have to go elsewhere. Stellar has REALLY long lead times. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
locogato11283 Posted June 10, 2013 Report Share Posted June 10, 2013 Hey guys, im finally starting to build a 4 mil and want to keep the bike somewhat trail-able so I'm looking at plus 4 swingarms. I see there are three diferent designs: standard, ladder, and arched. I am more interested in the standard or ladder type swingarm from stellar. Could you guys give me some insight on differences (excluding the aesthetics) of these two types. I know ladder systems are used on vehicles for better weight transfer as well as a reduction in axle wrap/wheel hop. Does this concept also apply to swingarms, Thanks guys YES, there are major differences in these arms.. Looks is NOT the only difference. Depending on the type of riding that will be done, one will work better than the other and hold up better. For your recreational type riding, I would run a heavy duty round tube or ladder style arm. You can also contact Wheelman Chassis, Turbo Chassis and Fireball Racing here on BansheeHQ for swingarms. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
locogato11283 Posted June 10, 2013 Report Share Posted June 10, 2013 What are the differences? Besides strength Strength and weight would probably be the two biggest differences.. Twist and flex as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
papasmurf96 Posted June 10, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 10, 2013 Ok thanks guys so basically the ladder having trussing/bracing would be stronger versus the standard tubular swingarm. I ride mainly street/drag an trails Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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