Replacement ATV & Dirt Bike Swing Arms
Whether you’re on an ATV or a dirt bike, off-roading is a thrill. There isn’t much else that compares to hitting a trail or blazing your own path.
Keeping your off-road vehicle in good working condition is a crucial part of enjoying each ride. You want your ATV or dirt bike to handle as expected and provide the support you need when you’re off the beaten path.
Safety is crucial, too. That’s not just the case for things like wearing safety gear and following safe practices for riding, either. You also want to avoid the long-term wear and tear that can come with hills, dips, bumps, and all of the other terrain you encounter off-road. It’s vital to protect yourself and your vehicle.
Safety and performance are both great reasons to replace and maintain your dirt bike or ATV swing arm. This crucial part of your suspension plays a key role in making your rides enjoyable and safe. Let’s take a closer look at what swing arms are and what makes them so useful and important.
ATV-3125XR8-U-S
ATV-3125C-2
ATV-3150DX-2
ATV-3050D
Swing Arm
ATV-3150CXC
QG-214-2
ATV-3125C-2
ATV-3150DX-2
ATV-3050B
ATV-3150DX-2
Swing Arm
ATV-3050C
QG-214FC
ATV-3150DX-4
Swing Arm
ATV-3150DX-4
What is a Swing Arm?
A swing arm is part of a dirtbike or ATV’s rear suspension. It bridges the gap between the frame of the vehicle and its rear wheel or wheels. The swing arm allows for horizontal movement, which offers a number of advantages.
A properly functioning swing arm benefits you and your off-road vehicle. The horizontal pivot action it provides helps to reduce the effects of bumps, dips, and other small obstacles in your path. That places less strain on the vehicle frame.
By reducing the impact on the frame, the swing arm also protects you as a rider. With the right swing arm in place, you can count on fewer aches and pains as compared to an off-road vehicle with a fully rigid frame.
You may see a swing arm referred to in writing as one word: swingarm. Discussions and product listings may also use more specific terms or talk about more than just the swing arm itself, like an ATV rear swing arm assembly.
A (Very Brief) History of Swing Arms
The swing arm was originally developed for early motorcycles in the 1910s, as Cycle World explains. They took some time to catch on, however. Factors like the poor conditions of many roads in that era limited their spread. Poor roads meant rigid frames were much more popular due to their durability.
However, the value of swingarms was more broadly recognized as time went on and their benefits became clearer. They were more widely adopted in the middle of the 20th century. Now, they’re common not only for many types of on-road motorcycles, but for off-road vehicles as well.
Your Source for ATV and Dirt Bike Swing Arms
When you shop Coolster’s range of replacement dirt bike and ATV swing arms and parts, you can count on quality, durability, and consistency. Find our currently available products right here, and check out our other replacement part options to make sure your off-roading vehicle is back in riding shape.