Swingarm Choices

[kirbo7106]

It seems like an upgraded swingarm is on most grom clone owners’ wish list. There are a bunch of options out there. I’ve pretty much decided on a Kepspeed swingarm, mainly because of the needle bearings at the pivot point.

Here are my questions:

One model has an additional brace. Is it structurally necessary or is it just eye candy and added weight?

Kepspeed offers two lengths: stock and 6cm longer. Is there any advantage to 6cm added length? I know that when you add length, it helps with launch, but you add to the turning radius.

I know, I’m adding a precision swingarm to a not so precise frame, but it is what it is. Tell me what your thoughts are!

Enjoy the Ride!

[RedCrowRides]

Kepspeed has an amazing reputation for quality construction and materials, so to be perfectly honest even a 190 swapped build with the 214cc head kit would be hard pressed to stress the swingarm enough to really " need" the hoop .I'm not saying it's not a good idea if you can afford it , but I really cant see physical stresses realistically requiring it ,so essentially in my opinion yes it's just extra $ for "eye candy".


As far as the additional 6cm length choice, i guess that depends on what your intended use is , it would be not so hot for stunting or roadrace style track use / riding, it would be good for hispeed Zs190 swap straight line use /touring as the addtl length ( along with wheel balancing ) goes a long way to help in taming the potential speed wobble from the 12 inch wheels / tires at higher speeds.



Of course that leaves the issue of aesthetics and your likes / dislikes out of the equation , so there is also that . You already nailed the actual important points , the lighter and stronger construction and those juicy sweet needle bearings as opposed to bushings.

[kirbo7106]

Thanks RedCrow Rides!

Somehow, I knew you would be the one to respond! Here’s the final decision:



Thanks again!

[RedCrowRides]

Such an amazing looking piece , color me jealous ! Thats really going to add some "bling" factor to the bike in addition to the weight savings and performance increase. I forgot to brag on the Kepspeeds nice chain adjuster set up too ,way better and more accurate than stock , another benefit of no small order .

[ikeus685]

These swingarms are a metal workers piece of art! I purchased for some future projects... Buying this was a start. Gor rear suspension improvements.....,