FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM


  1. CONSTRUCTION


    1. Suspension Support and Front Coil Spring


      1. The suspension support has been adopted the construction that the support is connected in one point. As a result, a compact and lightweight construction is offered.

      2. A pigtail type of front coil spring is used where the top and bottom diameters are different, creating a compact and lightweight construction. Lateral force reduction springs are used to control the reaction force line of the front coil spring, and reduce the bending force applied to the front shock absorber assembly. This reduces suspension friction, delivering a very comfortable ride.

      3. Ball bearings have been adopted for the strut mounting bearings to improve steering response, as well as to reduce the feel of friction.

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        *1 Front Suspension Support *2 Strut Mounting Bearing
        *3 Front Spring Bumper *4 Front Shock Absorber Assembly
        *5 Front Coil Spring - -

    2. Front Shock Absorber Assembly


      1. In the front shock absorber assembly, a low-pressure N2gas sealed type construction is used to suppress cavitations and a multi-leaf type liner control valve is also used to attain the linear damping force characteristics, offering both driving stability and riding comfort.

      2. Low friction oil seals have been adopted for the front shock absorbers. Ride comfort has been increased by reducing piston sliding friction and suppressing fine vibrations at extremely low speeds.

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        Low-pressure N2Gas

        		 *2 Front Shock Absorber Assembly
        *3 Multi-leaf Type Linear Control Valve - -

        Tech Tips

        To prevent hazardous conditions, make sure to empty the gas from the shock absorber before discarding an N2gas sealed shock absorber. For details, refer to the Repair Manual.