What does a motorcycle single-sided swingarm mean?

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KatherineLee
07/29/25 3:15am
Motorcycle single-sided swingarm refers to the single-sided rear fork of a motorcycle. The function of a motorcycle single-sided swingarm: This configuration is only applied to high-end motorcycle models. Apart from the appearance, there is not much difference between a motorcycle single-sided swingarm and other types of swingarms. It still mainly bears the engine driving force and the complex forces from various directions brought by the tires during driving, similar to the human waist. Problems with single-sided swingarms: Single-sided swingarms have many issues, with complex structures and high manufacturing difficulty, making them expensive. To meet strength requirements, single-sided swingarms are relatively heavier and require regular maintenance, and chain adjustment is also less convenient.
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