Deck 17: Frames and Suspension

Question 1

A(n)__________ frame minimizes twisting of the steering neck by having the upper frame tubes at a wide angle to the neck.

A)single cradle
B)backbone
C)double cradle
D)perimeter

Answer 1

D

Question 2

A(n)__________ frame has a single, wide main beam from which the engine is suspended.

A)single cradle
B)backbone
C)double cradle
D)perimeter

Answer 2

B

Question 3

Wheelbase is the distance between the center of the front wheel axle and the center of the rear axle.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

__________ is the distance between the center of the front axle and the steering pivot.

A)Rake
B)Trail
C)Center of gravity
D)Offset

Question 5

Aluminum frames are bulkier and more expensive to produce than steel frames.

Question 6

What are pressurized dampers and what advantage do they have over non-pressurized units?

Question 7

A separate function fork has a spring in only one fork tube.

Question 8

The trellis frame is very strong but difficult to manufacture.

Question 9

Why do shock absorbers have a small air chamber inside the casing or a reservoir?

Question 10

Why are inverted forks superior to conventional or upright forks and what kinds of motorcycles use them?

Question 11

What is meant by the term "pneumatic spring" as used in front forks?

Question 12

A(n)__________ frame has two down tubes and two main pipes.

A)single cradle
B)backbone
C)double cradle
D)perimeter

Question 13

Increasing rake decreases trail.

Question 14

Trail is the distance between the center of the front axle and the center of gravity.

Question 15

A(n)_________ frame has one down tube and one main backbone pipe.

A)single cradle
B)backbone
C)double cradle
D)perimeter

Question 16

Explain what is meant by rising rate and list the advantages of this type of suspension system.

Question 17

Define the term spring preload.

Question 18

Describe the design and advantages of a pivotless frame.