PD Simplified : Motorcycle Suspension Explained | Part 1

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Contrary to popular belief, comfort is motorcycle suspension's secondary job. Its primary job is to ensure that the tyres are in firm contact with the road surface. This allows the rider's inputs to make a difference on what the motorcycle is doing. A suspension has two major components - springs and dampers. The dampers control the compression and decompression of the springs. That gives suspension 3 properties - compression, rebound, and preload. In part 1 of a four-part series on suspension, Shubhabrata Marmar explains how motorcycle suspension works, and why you need to set it right.
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@powerdriftofficial 2 года назад

Hey #PDArmy, we hope this helps you better understand suspension! There are more episodes coming up soon, until then, if you have any queries or doubts, Comment below! Share the video with a friend, or two, to help them as well. Hit that Like button if you loved it!

@sachinrana1541 2 года назад

Please make one video on taller gearing and shorter gearing concept...

@sanketjain9320 2 года назад

How much of a differences does preload adjustability for front suspension bring, say for a rider who is at either ends of the spectrum - 60kg or 85kg. I know this would also depend on the motorcycle but some perspective on this would be great.

@shu_mar 2 года назад

@@sanketjain9320 if you’re in the weight range of the average rider then it’s more fine tuning that dramatic changes. But every little bit helps

@silentroyale7160 2 года назад

He boss do the video of how to adjust the suspension both front and back based on height and other circumstances

@vikramlohar8172 2 года назад

@@sachinrana1541 l

@bosu1855 2 года назад

Next pd podcast fitness training for riders.

@saqlainsiddiqui2043 2 года назад

Nice

@duke96650 2 года назад

Yes

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Lose weight. Build your core. That's 90% done!

@bosu1855 2 года назад

@@shu_mar sounds easy but that's hell of a lot of work 😅

@saqlainsiddiqui2043 2 года назад

@@bosu1855 what else there is to do in life but stay healthy wealthy and wise

@arunalexander6389 2 года назад

Thank you Shumi, I always argued with my buddies that suspension is the one that makes all the difference while going fast compared with an ECU or Cam profile changes.A Suspension which is setup perfectly will make a hell a lot of difference compared to bumping up the power by a few ponies.

@powerdriftofficial 2 года назад

Amen!

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Also: Most people don't have the skills or the space needed to fully use the power (standard or extra)

@bamelaaidkhar6310 2 года назад

@@shu_mar rrre I ❤️😀😀😀😀

@mondaldipti1377 2 года назад

@@shu_mar I'll

@seedevkrishna 7 месяцев назад

Could you tell me a few after market brands

@aniketpal2420 2 года назад

Day 130 of asking PowerDrift to bring back Holy Shift Season 2.

@TearfulNight Год назад

This content is Gold .. we are so blessed to have these kind of content providers in india

@abhijeetwani56 2 года назад

What a way to explain the the most neglected aera of motorcycle... Especially the preload adjustment... Don't know the actual educational qualification of Mr. Shumi... But surely you are P.HD or even Post Doctorate for me.. when it come to motorcycle 🏍️🏍️🏍️🏍️🏍️

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Just a bachelor's degree and a very open mind

@abhijeetwani56 2 года назад

@@shu_mar 👍🏻 You replying to my comment.. it just made my day man.. Happy New Year to you and PD army.. And one more thing to mention.. RU-vid with quality content like yours has replaced my screen time over Netflix in recent times. Fan of PD simplified 🥳

@sumit6972 2 года назад

Cant get enough of this quality Content, 🔥🔥🔥🔥

@powerdriftofficial 2 года назад

Oh yeah! Afterburners on!

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Amen!

@Joy_oishee 2 года назад

Moto God

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Where? Where?

@md.farooqpeerzade2717 2 года назад

As always nice & very informative. .. How & with which ADV Bike should I Start of long touring Rides... ......

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Make a list! It's the most fun part!

@tilakmaharana8164 2 года назад

Would like to know and learn about clutch and clutch plates

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Can do!

@RajanSingh-wi1fd 2 года назад

My 2020 duke 390 has very very hard monoshock at rear, any suggestions how can I make it soft

@tusharkantisen1592 2 года назад

My R15 V3's front forks have become harder over time. My bones starts to shatter as I go over broken surfaces. Wondering what the problem is 🤔

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Get them serviced! The oil's probably destroyed inside

@fringeanomaly9284 2 года назад

Just a thought .. what's the use of making videos in English... Those who can understand English will most likely either know the concepts already or watch foreigners etc .. or is it just to appeal to the Anglos ? 🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️

@shu_mar 2 года назад

No, it's just the language I think in

@rashsoni7262 2 года назад

I didn't get the answer to my question about, why most adventure bikes feel jerky on low gears, like 1st n 2nd gears at low speed, I've got Himalayan bs6 2021

@shu_mar 2 года назад

That's the engine producing less than optimal torque until revs reach some critical point (usually 2500-3000 rpm)

@saoner1 2 года назад

The echo made it sound like god is teaching me basics of motorcycle suspension. /j

@suryateja2k11 2 года назад

Rushed towards the video♥️

@powerdriftofficial 2 года назад

Oh yeah! Liked it, Surya?

@suryateja2k11 2 года назад

@@powerdriftofficial liked the video before even watching it. Thank you shumi for having these kind of content which is necessary for a biker. ♥️

@shu_mar 2 года назад

And I thank you for that! :-D

@248yendurirutwik3 2 года назад

Would be much more better with demo/ practical videos with an actual bike too 😅

@gopalaraju8939 2 года назад

Would you believe me that this video has some crucial information than my automotive suspensions subject. As always schumi rocked it with your excellent teaching skills and that video graphic teaching helped me understand better than my classroom teaching

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Thank you Gopala!

@musicsoul78 2 года назад

I specifically watch this video to clarify my doubt...so that i can buy a right bike

@shu_mar 2 года назад

I hope it helped!

@sureshkumar8755 2 года назад

First!!

@shu_mar 2 года назад

🏆

@Ram-ev7pb 2 года назад

Shumi please make video about clutch plates how does it work ND what happened when they expired please 🙏😔

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Can do!

@shreyashasane9100 2 года назад

Any one with a Honda Hornet 160, pls help/guide...my suspension is very stiff, even slightest of irregularites on the road resonate to my back (on softest setting) what could be done apart from a setup change? Or is it possible to replace monoshock of anyother same league bike?

@sujitmanandhar7584 2 года назад

Your suspension might possibly be a faulty one. Make sure you check other hornet's damping before replacing it

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Should not be like that. It is stiff but not that stiff. Get it checked. Unless you weight 40-45kg, in which case you need a completely different spring

@shreyashasane9100 2 года назад

@@shu_mar thankyou for your response, means a lot to us fans!

@RajarshiBanerjee2508 2 года назад

Shumi and the cameraguy were probably losing their shit at "Sproing Sproing"

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Ahahahahahahhaha

@a7818k 2 года назад

the rear of my 220 bouces on corners, but glides very smoothly over bad roads.

@hemant-sathe 2 года назад

Great timing. I am about to get my new cb350 and was wondering what setting should I keep for the suspensions as I am on heavier side and drive mostly in city. Cleared some concepts but will look forward to some advice.

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Have a good ride! More details coming soon!

@yash_kambli 2 года назад

After completion of this series next series do on a Torque curve and it's significance on engine behaviour. What i have seen so far is that folks are so obsessed with horsepower and torque numbers but they didn't noticed how and at which rpm does engine has producing it. High hp at high rpm might gave good high end performance but felt lame in acceleration and throttle responsiveness on the other hand engine having good low n mid range torque but so so peak power would be surprisingly more fun to ride with great pickup. eg. Yamaha fz25(very relatable) .

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Agreed! You're spot on! Can do a video on this

@puri_akshatt 2 года назад

Question- why do companies market the "shockers" as a feature to us when it is only to installed to make sure the tyres are in closed and secure contact with the ground?

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Because it does do other things in the process of doing its primary job. Like your phone plays music, or shows you videos

@anindyac10 2 года назад

Great info, but request you a hands-on job video for the same 👍🙏

@yourfriendlyneighborhoodguy 2 года назад

Attending online classes: 😴 Watching Shumi's video: 💪

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Awwwww! Thank you very much!

@yugjoshi3773 2 года назад

Finally this happens after 8 time comments in other simplified videos.

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Ahahahahaha! Sometimes it takes us time but we’re always listening!

@sambitsarkar4310 2 года назад

What are a good pair of aftermarket rear suspension for bullet 350 ?

@shu_mar 2 года назад

I would go to YSS - talk to Indimotard.com

@shashankrao6202 2 года назад

❤️❤️❤️ PowerDrift

@powerdriftofficial 2 года назад

Welcome Shashank!

@shu_mar 2 года назад

❤❤❤

@adeebchand 2 года назад

Niceeeeee

@powerdriftofficial 2 года назад

Thank you Adeeb!

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Thanks Adeeb

@beingCuriousRider 2 года назад

Very true suspension is the most important mod anyone should make if they love riding. I have upgraded my dominar with fully adjustable fork and shock and really happy I did so

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Excellent! What brands did you use?

@beingCuriousRider 2 года назад

@@shu_mar adventure 390 front gs310 rear

@yuthis16 2 года назад

Tell us about the different types handlebar

@cksajeevkumar 2 года назад

Thank you very much for the info. For the past one month, I ride my new Yamaha Aerox 155, and yes - it has a stiff suspension setup. While it improves the way the machine rides and the way it corners, it surely creates some problems while you ride through a bumpy patch of road. is there a solution, by which one can improve the comfort levels of riding through bad roads, while not affecting the ridability and cornering? Hope you'll cover this point in one of your coming episodes.

@paraagshah4153 2 года назад

Hi Sajeev, what a coincidence. I discovered something accidentally today to improve the ride quality. Not related to suspension but tires. My Aerox rides better on higher pressure, around 34 psi for front but more importantly 40 psi for rear. I am 82 kg, so you can adjust for your weight. Almost like adjusting the preload, isn't it? I figure the tire sidewalls are flexing too much at manufacturer recommended pressure, and the higher pressure is allowing the tire sidewall to soak up the bumps. Try and let me know.

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Try reducing tyre pressure by 2-3 PSI it should help

@cksajeevkumar 2 года назад

@@paraagshah4153 , Thank you. My bodyweight also is 82 kg :) I will try these and inform you about my experience. Btw, will this cause any problems to the tyre?

@cksajeevkumar 2 года назад

@@shu_mar , Thank you.

@paraagshah4153 2 года назад

@@cksajeevkumar I am not sure if it will cause any immediate problems to the tires. Shumi is actually suggesting to reduce the pressure about 2 to 3 psi and he was concerned if the tires can support the higher pressures. A couple of days ago, noted that my tire pressures were about 3-4 psi less than the recommended ones, and the stiffness/jerkiness was worse. That led me to think that the side walls are actually bottoming out when going over bumps or bad roads and that the higher pressure was actually aiding comfort levels. I was reading on another blog that one can or should change the tire pressure depending on climate, body weight, riding style, riding distance, etc. So your experience will vary, but would love to know about it.

@chandansagarpatel5508 2 года назад

The thumbnail looked to me as if Shumi is missing a tooth. 😶😶

@shu_mar 2 года назад

I do have a screw loose for sure!

@vaibhav_9525 2 года назад

david moss certified video .......lol

@rajdeepchelsea 2 года назад

My whole life is now a lie. Thanks for expalining the actual purpose of suspension.

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Hahahahaha! Glad it helps!

@sachinrana1541 2 года назад

High speed and low speed compression, & High speed and low speed rebound damping ...

@shu_mar 2 года назад

The speed in this context refers to how fast the wheel moves into the suspension, that's all. Big bumps = high speed and small, shallow bumps = low speed

@sachinrana1541 2 года назад

@@shu_mar Love to hear from you 😍, it would be awesome if you please also make a simplified video and explain about taller gearing, shorter gearing and gear ratios that you used to say in your videos I have been asking for it since so long...

@Whiskeycruiser 2 года назад

I've requested this before but I would love to see an episode of what why when how etc of blipping the throttle while shifting down. Thanks.

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Can do!

@gauravwaghmare 2 года назад

@shumar @PowerDrift please start similar kind of episodes for cars as well. It is helping me alot for my motorcycle driving experience. Thank you.

@kapilbhardwaj16 2 года назад

Fitness is one issue i have seen many motorcyclist struggle with , not to make anyone feel bad about their body , but i think the more agile ur in ur dynamics the more easily a person will be able to flick the motorcycle in traffic and tricky situations on highway.

@powerdriftofficial 2 года назад

True that!

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Also helps concentration which is a HUGE gain!

@kapilbhardwaj16 2 года назад

@shumar it does very much , personnel experience.

@karuns3211 2 месяца назад

Hi Sir, I m planning to buy scrambler 400x. I just need an advice if adjusting the preload can increase the front suspension and prevent bottoming out ?

@deepakkumarv.s9951 2 года назад

Please share a in detail about pre load adjustment

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Coming soon!

@madihalli 2 года назад

Would be great if there is like a 1 hr podcast on this. May be in a one off episode discuss some books on the same topic. Definitely would be lengthy but for the oned that are interested, it would be like a good video for understanding.

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Can do! Let me think about this!

@vishalmhatre7651 2 года назад

Wow thats awesome information

@powerdriftofficial 2 года назад

Glad you think so! Do Like and Share the video with your buddies! Would help us a lot.

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Thanks Vishal! Would you share this with your friends? It would really help us!

@BharathKumar-zm2fi 2 года назад

Thks for the useful content! 💗

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Cheers 🍻

@machinima891 2 года назад

Thinking of adjusting my pre load since I am on the lighter side. Once I have pillion rear mono shock seems to behave much better

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Sounds right. Reduce preload

@EternalInfinity8 2 года назад

Love it !

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Thank you very much!

@Akash_Sharma19 2 года назад

Shumi sir one simplified on "Horns and Honking" 🙏🏼

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Simplified: Don’t use the horn at all 😂

@Akash_Sharma19 2 года назад

@@shu_mar This was really simplified 😂

@goldfish8196 Месяц назад

Genius 👏 What a teacher! Thank you for this series. Excellent!!!

@shridharpp 2 года назад

What a timing to watch this episode. I will be receiving my YSS front suspension kit for INT650 this week n this series gonna help me a lot. Thanks PD for awesome content. N schumi, you Rock man.. Thank you once again.

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Cheers! Have fun with the suspension! 😀

@lalitkhopade6747 2 года назад

Same here buddy. I’m also thinking of getting YSS front suspension for my Interceptor. Please share your experience and guide me about it. Thanks 🙏

@shridharpp 2 года назад

@@lalitkhopade6747 Sure buddy..

@shridharpp 2 года назад

@@shu_mar And you were spot on when you said suspension should be the priority update over ecu, exhaust.

@pravesh736 2 года назад

Suspension upgrade for the road is a waste of time and money. Just tuning it is enough if tunable. Yss won't last long in Indian roads.

@subramanya2165 2 года назад

Finally my request come true... 😍

@shu_mar 2 года назад

🥂

@asishm3703 Год назад

Can someone also explain the difference between monoshock suspension in Himalayan and Yamaha tenere vs ktm adventure 390. Basically, the orientation of the rear monoshock is different.

@yipman214 8 месяцев назад

How many of you came here after wondering what I suspension modifications I would make do to my shotgun 650?

@jamie55555 3 месяца назад

hi thanks for the great video i am still trying to figure out when rear shock is moving the swing arm is also moving,the swing arm pivot point id fixed then how is the swing arm movingup and down? thanks

@kapaleshwarC1 2 года назад

Suggestion: try to show us what you mean practically..like with a bike or something...makes understanding much easier

@rutwikkarekar4666 2 года назад

Rutwik Karekar

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Are you the Rutwik Karekar?

@rutwikkarekar4666 2 года назад

@@shu_mar 😂 Rutwik Karekar

@niharpatil3844 2 года назад

How can I fit pulsar 220f swingarm in a 2005 old pulsar 150? Is there a way to attach oip cooling on old pulsar 150?

@abhishekfoujdar9895 2 года назад

Can we also have some podcasts on supercars please?

@shu_mar 2 года назад

I'll ask Cyrus!

@abhishekfoujdar9895 2 года назад

@@shu_mar Thank you sir

@janekdevner9934 2 года назад

Suspension goes sproing sproing. Anyways, such an informative video. Also please make one for gear shifting.

@sninfotainment9480 2 года назад

Excellent content as usual Shumi Sir....following you since your stories on overdrive magazines ...please come up with all technical content here...We Indian public need more such know -how 🔥🔥

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Thank you very much! On it!

@karthikd03 2 года назад

Finally! I guess this video was made due to my comments asking for the same in a lot of your videos

@powerdriftofficial 2 года назад

We are always listening to the #PDArmy! ;)

@shu_mar 2 года назад

More coming!

@karthikd03 2 года назад

@@shu_mar looking forward to it

@JohnDoe-zj6xf 2 года назад

PowerDrift is Powering up and grinding out better and better content.

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Thank you very much!Would you share this with your friends? It would really help us!

@raw_enduro 2 года назад

Much need 😍😍

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Cheers!

@Don_Mitchell 2 года назад

The only competition for @shumar is @shumar, outdoing himself with each new video 🙌🏼

@vincibenlot9375 8 месяцев назад

can i use RE Classic bs3/BS4 Rear Nitrox suspension to Jawa 350 ?

@deepakkumarswain7293 2 года назад

As a mechanical and automobile engineer, I have the knowledge about suspension and spring. But shumi sir, you explained in a more better way that can be digested by all viewers so easily. Thank you so much and keep simplifying the automotive parts for everyone. 👍👍👍

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Thank you Deepak!

@bishalroy4024 2 года назад

Shumi da great content. Toh I don't comment much still I see each video

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Thanks Bishal! Please do comment! It's a feedback loop for us!

@bishalroy4024 2 года назад

Definitely I shall from now on. Hoping to see a video on safety precautions to be taken for group touring i.e riding long distances with fellow riders

@shu_mar 2 года назад

@@bishalroy4024 there is a video on this. Search for “group riding PowerDrift”

@bishalroy4024 2 года назад

Just saw it thanks

@bishalroy4024 2 года назад

Will see the whole video later on in office now

@JeffDiaz-xx8gn 4 месяца назад

I don’t even own a motorcycle but I feel smarter after listening to this…

@maruti_rakshit9867 2 года назад

You people are enlightening a whole generation of India with contents which are vague yet unknown to most. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and wisdom..

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Thanks Akshaya!

@maruti_rakshit9867 2 года назад

@@shu_mar keep enlightening us master 😁👍

@roshaneshwar9228 2 года назад

Please also do some videos related to suspension dynamics and vehicle dynamics of car and bikes in future

@yashkhanna3044 4 месяца назад

Great video series on suspension. Can we have same on brake oil change

@Bharadwajbs 2 года назад

how differential works...may be when you guys cover cars...

@paraagshah4153 2 года назад

Fantastic video Shumi and PD team to simplify this topic and help lay people to understand and implement it practically. On a related topic, on my Aerox where there is no option to adjust the rear shocks, accidentally discovered that increasing the tyre pressure to 40 psi as against manufacturer recommended setting of 33 psi vastly improved ride comfort and even handling/grip at rear end. Maybe the 33 psi setting is for colder climates, and also maybe the side wall flexes more than required, this increasing pressure solved the issue. Also need to adjust tyre pressure for rider weight, sort of adjusting preload?

@vivekbisht2721 2 года назад

Sproing-sproing 😂😂

@shu_mar 2 года назад

But controlled 😂

@sathishmechy 2 года назад

Nice video as always! Looking forward to the next episodes 👍

@powerdriftofficial 2 года назад

Thank you Sathish! Hit that Like button, and we'll have the next ones up in no time!

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Thanks Satish, coming soon!

@sidharthsathyan3728 2 года назад

Damn Shumi! That was very well explained. I wish you were among the lecturers during my engineering days! The timing of this video though, I am eyeing the YSS suspension for my Thunderbird 350 but couldn't find any reviews or opinions anywhere online. I have a fear of it being an overkill. I'd love to know your opinion.

@shu_mar 2 года назад

YSS is very good for the budget suspension brand that they are

@sidharthsathyan3728 2 года назад

@@shu_mar Thanks man

@ninadmestry315 2 года назад

Great video as always sir!! Humble request to also do explanatory series of Cars too!!

@powerdriftofficial 2 года назад

Thank you! :D We'll ask Cyrus and Rohan for that!

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Ill tell Cyrus!

@AmbitiuosBasilisk 7 месяцев назад

I want to upgrade my front 30mm forks to 40mm, can I??

@banuprakashkb120 2 года назад

I've been following PD for more than 6 years now but till date this is the best video series of PD. Thankyou shumi and the team for coming up with Simplified series 🎉

@preetigupta8316 2 года назад

@nileshkokane9934 2 года назад

👍👍👍

@samudragupt473 2 года назад

Much needed ! And much awaited

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Cheers!

@giftedtravellers 2 года назад

I want to watch about car suspension in detail

@farhanahmxd 2 года назад

Chain lube vs chain paste!!

@powerdriftofficial 2 года назад

That's a cool idea!

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Same difference. Paste can be easier to carry on the bike though

@farhanahmxd 2 года назад

@@shu_mar thanks shumi💚

@unboxhappiness1838 Год назад

Sir plz tell which is best monoshock for ultra comfort

@VivasvanParekh 2 года назад

Beautifully explained even though its a very complicated topic! Fortunately we have learnt a bit of this in the Level 1 training with Shumi and team at Indimotard's TWO school :D

@shu_mar 2 года назад

Doc! Good to see you here! And there also, of course!