| If you are looking to purchase a motorcycle trailer to | | | | metal to metal. As such lubrication is not needed |
| tow behind your motorcycle, then you really should be | | | | (bearings still need to be greased) and no parts to |
| looking to purchase a trailer that has independent | | | | wear over time. |
| rubber torsion suspension. | | | | The suspension consists of a torsion arm with the axle |
| The advantages of rubber torsion suspension are | | | | encased in rubber in a steel bar. Attached to the other |
| many and include a longer life with smoother ride, | | | | end of the torsion arm is hub spindle to which the |
| durability, dampening effect, easy installation, and | | | | wheel is attached. As such this cushioning removes |
| maintenance free and easy replacement. | | | | any metal to metal contact. |
| Customers who have purchased trailers with | | | | Maintenance is low on rubber torsion suspension. |
| independent rubber torsion suspension often refer to | | | | However like all trailers, periodic inspection is highly |
| the smooth ride of their trailers. This is achieved in part | | | | recommended to ensure maximum safety and |
| to each axle being independent that therefore allowing | | | | longevity. |
| each wheel to be independent of the other when | | | | In summary, independent torsion rubber suspension has |
| travelling. Also due to the vibration absorbing qualities | | | | clear advantages over single axle leaf spring |
| of rubber the suspensions has an internal damping | | | | suspension. The main benefits being ease of installation, |
| control. Further as you increase the payload of your | | | | damping control and reduction of jarring through |
| trailer the torsion rubber suspension gets stiffer which | | | | minimisation of road shock transfer, low maintenance |
| provide great ride qualities. There is also minimal road | | | | and ease of replacement. |
| shock that is ultimately transferred to the trailer chassis | | | | Next time you are looking to purchase a new |
| and therefore less movement and jarring of trailer | | | | motorcycle trailer, give due consideration to the above |
| cargo. | | | | benefits of independent rubber torsion suspension and |
| The whole axle assembly is ready for fitting to your | | | | only consider motorcycle trailers that have this form of |
| trailer and requires only four bolts. This makes | | | | suspension installed. The benefits are clear and you will |
| installation and assembly of your trailer quick and easy. | | | | be pleased with the ride you get from your trailer. |
| Maintenance is minimal because there is no contact of | | | | |