Specification

Simultaneously engineered anti-squat and wheel rate curves are the mathematical formulas that make dw-link the worlds most efficient and traction-aiding suspension system. But using the laws of physics it is designed to work in a real world environment under a real life body, nothing else even compares.

Why use Journal Bearings?
The journal bearing design offers incredible strength and long life with very little maintenance. Standard bearings are designed with high-speed rotation in mind (skateboard wheels, drill motors etc.) The journal bearing we use has a purpose of holding a very tight tolerance along with carrying a load much greater than that produced by a bicycle frame. We feel that these two attributes are essential to a great riding xc/trail bike. Making it a dependable system even after countless miles of abuse.

The rear of our frames are often praised for how stiff they are laterally and how well they track through the roots, ruts, and rocks encountered on a xc/trail mountain bike. Since a bearing found in a bike never makes a full rotation, you rely on two maybe three of the balls in the cartridge to carry the entireload and pressures generated by the rider. Over time this I was creates that “crunchy” feel or “squeaky” sounds.
Standard bearings are also made of steel which will rust over time and is very susceptible to the environment. Our journal bearing system uses Kevlar composites and hard anodized aluminium which will never rust and is lighter in weight as well. So long lasting, tight tolerance, less weight and incredible load bearing capabilities are why we have chosen to stick with journal bearings on our Flux, Sultan and 5.Spot xc/trail bikes.

The System Components:
The Kevlar composite journal bearings we use can hardly be compared to their brass relatives. More durable, less friction and tighter tolerances make this new material transcend industry standards for bearing proficiency. The Pivot Shaft is spiral grooved to aide in the distribution of lubricating grease throughout the entire bearing system, while the hard anodized alloy surface is extremely durable and will not corrode in even the harshest environments. The Quad-Wall O-Ring seal is designed with a square contour that in conjunction with the machined frame/bearing interface creates a tight seal to keep the grease in and the dirt & grime out. Every frame is meticulously designed, intricately machined, and fastidiously prepared to interface with the quad-wall o-ring and journal bearings to make a hardwearing and precise device. The threaded Zerk grease lubrication fittings can be found at every pivot location. The Zerk fittings allow for trouble-free maintenance and resolute performance for an unrivalled bearing surface life.