.5 offset triple clamps

[Stocker64]

Sportbikeryder is correct on this one. It is basic physics. Although I do think the bikes stability improves when the offset on the trees is reduced. Probably because you are getting a bit more trail.

  It should add a bit more trail as mentioned.

Stocker, it actually moves the CG backwards (toward the rear axle) if you just offset the clamps. When the arm is then lengthened, it makes the cg end up farther forward from teh rear axle than before.

Woudl be better off just adding the length to the arm as far as the cg distance. The stability Kiwi mentioned may be beneficial, however, it is likely not a requirement in all but th efastest bikes that make the front light at the top end.

cool,it is over my head...

[gsxrdan]

OK lets keep this one going,I just talked to a guy a couple nights ago that said his bike has better traction and definitely 60fts better with the offset clamps.

[nitrousnick1]

I have to disagree that the .5 inch clamps make the bike more stable. Not trying to stir up an arguement, I am only speaking from personal experience. I noticed a big change in handling.

[gsxrdan]

I wasn't sure about it either Nick sort of goes against anything I know about rake.Do you think it helped your 60's.What did you notice about the handling?

[Kiwi]

I haven't ridden a bike with 0.5" trees but I have 0.75" trees on mine and thought stability felt better than the stock offset.