What is offset on triple clamps?
Offset: The triple clamp-offset is the distance of the horizontal center line of both fork tubes to the center of the steering axis, about which the fork legs are offset from the steering axis (referred to as dimensionX). The offset set can be seen at a glance by the marking on the triple clamp.
What do aftermarket triple clamps do?
Most after market triple clamps for the CRF450 change the fork angle, making it a little steeper to give quicker cornering. Most aftermarket triple clamps for the CRF450 change the fork OFFSET, not rake. Changing offset does not steepen the fork angle, it among other things, changes trail.
How do you know if your triple clamps are bent?
If tubes appear bent, roll them to be sure. Or clamp in vice and put a dial indicator on and rotate the tube. Bent triples can be found by removing the front axel. If it’s hard to line up (the front axel) and the forks aren’t bent, you triples need to be straightened or replaced.
Are triple clamps interchangeable?
Parts finder shows that all exc 2014 and 2015 are interchangeable but different part number for the 12-13 models.
Do triple clamps make a difference?
In the end, riders find that clamps with reduced offset steer better, because altogether it gives the bike a more stable feel—but with easier steering and with a front tire that stays more planted.
How is triple clamp offset measured?
The number is achieved by extending an imaginary line down the center of the head angle to the ground. Then, a perpendicular line is dropped through the center of the front axle to the ground. The distance between where the two lines hit the ground is the trail measurement.
How do you align triple trees?
like a tree. Place the sides of the front wheel against the side of the tree in the direction you want the bars to move towards. With all your might, twist the bars so you’re pushing the wheel against the tree. Repeat until the bars align.
Why is it called triple clamp?
The “triple clamp” name refers to clamping the fork legs at three points (Figure 2). (This system is sometimes referred to as a “triple crown,” which is better saved for describing a series of three famous horse races rather then a fork system.)
What do Xtrig triple clamps do?
Xtrig ROCS Pro Triple Clamps for KTM, Husqvarna, Gas Gas Revolutionary Opposed Clamping System (ROCS) clamps the upper fork tube from opposite directions, which holds the tube more securely without additional torque on the pinch bolts. This reduces inner tube distortion and allows the fork to flex more consistently.