| 11/26/2001 | Dahon is about to come out with the details on their new VAX suspension that they claim will be revolutionary. "The applications for this suspension technology go far beyond bicycles: anywhere you need suspension on a single plane, without any torsion. Motorcycles and scooters are obvious additional applications," Dahon's Joshua Hon reveals exclusively to bikebiz.co.uk.
According to Dahon's Joshua Hon, VAX - it stands for virtual axis - features a pivotless design that can deliver almost any amount of travel; is lighter in weight than traditional suspension systems; has superior torsional rigidity; zero friction, zero stiction and zero maintenance. "We feel that VAX technology will, within a decade, forever change the design of bicycle frames and forks," claims Hon.
"Our VAX technology will begin life on high end bicycles but in fact it also has very significant cost advantages relative to traditional suspension systems. The suspension is actually part of the frame itself so you eliminate the cost and manufacturing problems associated with suspension units, pivots and bearings."
More details and photos will be posted when availablewww.bikebiz.co.uk
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