What is the function of a motorcycle steering damper?
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The function of a motorcycle steering damper is to reduce the frequency and amplitude of such wobbling, bringing it into an acceptable range. Tracking: When a motorcycle is traveling at high speed, accelerating at full throttle, crossing ditches, or running over stones on the road, the front wheel may lift or have a tendency to lift. At the moment of landing, the direction of the front wheel may deviate from the direction of the motorcycle body. At this time, the front wheel will automatically oscillate to find the direction of the motorcycle body. This process is called "tracking". Steering damper is a double-edged sword: The steering damper is also a double-edged sword, just like a shock absorber. Pursuing handling means sacrificing comfort, while pursuing comfort means sacrificing handling. The better the damping effect of the steering damper, the lower the flexibility of the motorcycle. Conversely, the higher the flexibility of the motorcycle, the higher the risk of wobbling at high speeds. Fortunately, the steering damper is adjustable, providing riders with more choices.