Adjustable Headtube Angle
Corsair frames are equipped with a headtube/headset system that allows 3 degrees of headtube angle adjustment. Frames are shipped with a zero-degree headset. For riders that love to fine tune their ride, our optional 1-degree headset allows the headtube angle to be increased or decreased + or - 1degree. The 1-degree headset is also extremely helpful when using a fork that differs from the recommended axle-to-crown measurement.

Center Balance
The pivot points are mid-high position and are positioned behind the bottom bracket. By putting the pivot in line with or behind the bottom bracket, Center Balance helps alleviate the heavy feel that can be associated with a forward pivot location. Corsair bikes have a lighter, more maneuverable front end and ride-feel because of the center balance design.

Low Leverage Ratio
Many bikes utilize suspension systems that result in leverage ratios of approximately 3:1, whereas Corsiar uses ratio's as low as 2:1, (7” of rear wheel travel with 3.5” of shock stroke) This 2:1 ratio has a number of benefits: First, longer and lower stroke ratio shocks have a larger environment in which to do their work, resulting in less stress on the shock itself, which leads to more durable/longer lasting equipment. Second, longer stroke shocks offer a greater range of adjustability.Finally, lower spring rates result in more sensitive shock reaction.

Pedaling Efficiency
Pedaling efficiency is a challenge facing every long-travel bicycle design. Corsair utilizes a swingarm-mounted idler pulley to neutralize chain-growth and reduce pedal feedback in all three chainrings. This pulley position that creates a very slight stiffening of the rear swingarm while pedaling – a functionality often referred to as “anti-squat”– which results in a more efficient and responsive pedal feel. The idler pulley system’s effect on chain growth is notable - 5mm of chainpull at 180m travel is a very low number, better than many short travel XC bikes (not to mention other Freeride and DH designs). The idler pulley system supports the use of a front derailleur and offers the ability to use one, two or three chainrings. (Maelstrom & Marque)

Serviceability
The rear swingarm is attached to the main frame using our washerless SureLock axle system which prevents the hard anodized 7075 aluminum axle from loosening. When it comes time for service, this simple system is among the easiest high-performance bikes to service and maintain.

Full model specific Dossier download

Crown [PDF 1202KB]

Maelstrom [PDF 921KB]

Marque

Konig [PDF 911KB]

Ducat [PDF 675KB]

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