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Old 03-24-2005, 08:58 PM   #1 (permalink)
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How do you feel on converting an 02 Daytona double sided swing arm to a single sided swing arm?
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Old 03-24-2005, 10:49 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Not sure exactly what you mean by "how do you feel on"

Is it do-able? Yes (Hinckley did it)

Is it easy? Should be pretty strightforward with the parts

Does it look good? Yes, but both have their merits.

Is it technically superior? Many would claim not.

Does it look trick? Definately

Is it worth it? Depends on your inclination, probably only if you DIY it.
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Sorry I was not too clear on my question of the swing arm. What I was looking for is the thoughts and ideas as far as changing from a double side to a single side swing arm. I've never heard to many comments on the two. I like the look of the single side but I don't know the difference as far as performance between the two.
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Most people like the look of the single-sided, which is why Triumph went back to it. But the conventional wisdom is that the double-sided is functionally superior because it is lighter and more rigid.

I doubt that most could tell the difference, though, unless they are very skilled riders, on the track.
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