The Suspension Engineers Handbook
The Suspension Engineers Handbook
he Suspension Engineer’s Handbook
From Black Magic to Engineering
A practical engineering handbook for tuners, racers, and suspension technicians who want to understand what the bike is really doing — and why.
This book goes far beyond basic setup advice, covering the theory and real-world application of motorcycle suspension tuning in a way that connects workshop feel to mechanical reasoning. From spring rates, damping, and shim stacks through to dyno interpretation, rebound control, troubleshooting, tyre interaction, and whole-bike balance, it is built for people who want deeper understanding and better decisions.
Inside, you’ll find:
- spring and wheel-rate theory
- rebound and compression damping
- shim stack and valving strategy
- dyno interpretation and troubleshooting
- tyre interaction and chassis balance
- practical suspension engineering for real-world use
Whether you work on motocross, enduro, supercross, road race, or track bikes, this handbook is designed to help you move beyond guesswork and into clear, structured suspension thinking.
Built for real-world motorcycle suspension development.
Engineering-backed. Workshop-tested. Rider-focused.