Suspension
Geometry, valving, service. Everything we know about making a quad ride right.
We’ve been building and tuning ATV suspension for racers, sand-riders, and weekend warriors. The articles below are the technical writeups behind the work — geometry trade-offs, when to rebuild vs. re-valve, how much travel you actually need, and what to look for in a service shop.
Articles
Understanding ATV Suspension Geometry: The Foundation of Performance
Quick Answer: ATV suspension geometry refers to the angles, lengths, and relationships between your suspension components—particularly A-arms, shocks, and
How to Determine the Right Shock Length for Your ATV
Quick Answer: Measure from mounting bolt center to mounting bolt center at ride height. Your shock length depends on A-arm style, desired travel, and ridin
Long Travel Suspension: What It Is and When You Need It
Quick Answer: Long travel suspension provides extended suspension travel (typically 12+ inches front, 14+ inches rear) to absorb bigger hits, maintain cont
ATV Suspension Service: When and Why You Need It
Quick Answer: Service your ATV suspension every 50-100 hours of aggressive riding or annually, whichever comes first. Signs you need service include leakin
Shock Rebuild vs Re-Valve: What’s the Difference?
Quick Answer: A rebuild restores worn components (seals, oil, bushings) to original condition. A re-valve changes internal valving to alter damping charact
Can Your Shocks Be Modified? A Guide to Aftermarket Suspension Options
Quick Answer: Most quality shocks can be modified through re-valving, spring changes, or internal upgrades. However, very cheap shocks lack the precision a
How Much Suspension Travel Do You Actually Need?
Quick Answer: Stock 8-10 inches works for casual trail riding. Aggressive trail/entry racing needs 10-12 inches. Serious racing (desert, GNCC, WORCS) deman
Choosing the Right Rim and Tire Size for Your ATV Setup
Quick Answer: Tire size affects suspension leverage, gearing, ground clearance, and handling. Larger tires need more suspension travel, may require gearing
ATV Suspension Service Near Me: What to Look For in a Shop
Quick Answer: Quality suspension shops have racing experience (understand performance demands), proper tools and clean workspace (precision environment), a
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