well it makes the nose feel lighter because it transfers the weight around on the banshee so its better for jumping.bike feels lighter and better balanced. get more traction as well because your body weight is right over the rear tires and you really can feel it in the corners. great for wheeleis and mx. down side is not as good forhillclimbing and if you run nerf bars w heel guards youwill get an occasional rubbing of the heel guard and rear tire when the rear shock is compressed.
i have an avenger -2 and love it