+0 or +1 Forward A-Arms

[Deuce]

So after looking at A-arms, I'm curious as to how much of an effect does a +1 forward setup have over a +0 (stock) on handling for the banshee? I've read that on some bikes it makes them push, and some it can make them turn better. Which works better on the banshee? I'm looking to set mine up for a mix of trail and mx

[ginger]

mine makes my quad push

[So Cal Suspension]

Banshees benefit quite a bit from +1 forward arms. The reason of this, is because banshees are very front heavy. Moving the arms forward even just a slight 1" gives the bike better balance. The weight distribution after +1 forward arms, will be similar to a YFZ450.

 

Anytime you can lengthen your wheel base you will increase ride quality. It's basic physics.

[Larry's Shee]

So then why is =2 forward not offered? My guess is that it messes with geometry from stem.

[Larry's Shee]

So then why is +2 forward not offered? My guess is that it messes with geometry from stem.

[Larry's Shee]

Bump... someone answer this ^^^^ Q ?

[Pat the one the only]

ive been wondering about this too, i know +1 arms help, i just didnt know how much, but i guessed the banshee would benefit from it more because most of the wrecks you see on banshee jumps is from the nose going down and they flip forward

[So Cal Suspension]

So then why is +2 forward not offered? My guess is that it messes with geometry from stem.

Could be either geometry, or the fact that Banshees are notoriously front heavy as it is. Extending that front end 2" past stock might make them un-jumpable. I'll ask Tim next time I talk to him.

[Larry's Shee]

Between geo from steering stem to spindle and ball joints to pivot points, guess you can only "fudge it" so much.