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Old 09-23-09, 08:53 AM
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Originally Posted by fuzz2050
Don't forget that a disk fork is also build stiffer, in order to better deal with the forces that the disk brake applies to it. This generally means a less compliant fork
Agreed...I just can't really think of a production touring bike with a straight fork that was not simply uber stiff. I'm scratching my head to think of a straight legged touring fork that's designed to absorb road shock/vibration. Are there any or is this just a theoretical discussion?
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