FASTACE TECH & SETUP

FIND THE RIGHT SUSPENSION SETUP

Fastace develops front forks, rear shocks and ride-control components for motorcycles, electric dirt bikes, scooters, DH bikes, bicycles and performance builds. This guide helps riders understand the key fitment and setup factors before choosing a product.

WHY SETUP
MATTERS

The right suspension setup helps the bike stay stable under braking, maintain tire contact and recover with control when the terrain gets rough.

A poor setup can feel too soft, too harsh, unstable through repeated impacts or unable to support the rider under hard braking and landings.

Motorcycle front fork bottoming out under hard braking — the consequence of poor suspension setup

KEY SETUP FACTORS

FITMENT CHECK

Match the component to the bike before thinking about ride feel. Start with the original dimensions, mounting interfaces and available clearance.

Front fork: center distance, travel, axle and caliper mount
Rear shock: eye-to-eye, stroke, mount width and clearance
Other parts: diameter, mounting point and routing

RIDER LOAD& RIDING USE

Rider weight, carried gear and riding use determine how much support, compliance and control the suspension needs.

Lighter or comfort-focused riders: prioritise smoother initial response
Heavier or aggressive riders: prioritise stronger spring support
Jumps or rough terrain: prioritise bottom-out reserve and rebound control

DAMPING& BALANCE

Once fitment and support are correct, use the bike's behaviour to identify what needs attention. Front and rear suspension should work together, not fight each other.

Front dives or bottoms out: review front support and compression
Rear kicks after impacts: add rebound damping
Packs through repeated bumps: reduce rebound damping