understanding transfer rods settings effects

[bluesman]

I am trying to dial in my Nytro XTX suspension for trail riding and I am trying to understand how the adjustment of the control rods in the rear of the suspension effects handling.

There appears to be 3 settings per the manual:

Setting 1 provides the longest control rod stroke and the most transfer per the manual
Setting 3. (Red) is the shortest stroke and least transfer per the manual

This is confusing to me because I am assuming that the shortest stroke would transfer weight soonest? I'm I correct in assuming that the suspension is "coupled" when the rear is compressed enough for the rods to bottom out on the washer?



How do these settings effect the way the suspension works?

Thanks

 

[old man winter]

no its the opposite, the longer the travel the more weight transfer allowed. Less transfer = more coupling= skis more planted on the trail less hookup more control. More transfer = more rocking motion front to rear= more ski lift better hookup=less control.it's finding the balance that works for you, your weight your ride style, conditions ect ect.

 

[YamBam]

Correct. The shorter stroke reduces amount of weight that is transferred. More weight stays on the skis. The longer stroke allows more weight to be transferred to the rear.

 

[bluesman]

When you say " more ski lift better hookup=less control", you mean when accelerating?

How does this effect the handling in corners? Does it depend if the rear suspension is compressing. SO that if I hit a bug bump in a corner does it make the front end light?

How does this effect inside ski lifting?

thanks!!

 

[yamadoo]

More wt shift to the rear means more track traction less weight on the skis so more ski lift less pressure on the carbides less turning force

Opposite is also true less weight shift to the rear, more weight on the skis better turning less ski lift BUT also less pressure on track so less acceleration because of less track traction

Find the balance you like. I like some weight shift to lift the skis yet a few times each ride I wish I could accelerate hard and steer so I will reduce the weight shift next time I adjust

 

[old man winter]

When you say " more ski lift better hookup=less control", you mean when accelerating?

How does this effect the handling in corners? Does it depend if the rear suspension is compressing. SO that if I hit a bug bump in a corner does it make the front end light?

How does this effect inside ski lifting?

thanks!!

Yes I mean on acceleration for both coupling and full weight transfer. Not sure of your weight by that I mean weight of the rider plays a big factor in how you would set up the weight transfer. Take a look at this. It isn't for the xtx but gives good insight on understanding what different settings will do http://www.ty4stroke.com/viewtopic.php? ... ght=ohlins

 

[petetown]

So make more of the rod exposed ? Turn clockwise = more transfer?

 

[old man winter]

That is correct.