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SUSPENSION
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SHOCK ABSORBER
The shock absorber is designed to be vertical in the normal loading conditions and it is mounted behind the
wheel center of the vehicle; this arrangement gives the suspension a very high motion ratio compared with
most suspensions, which improves its performance in terms of reducing the magnitude of shocks and
transfer of road unevenness to the passenger compartment.
The shock absorber for the vehicle comes with Nitrogen gas charging improved valves and improved oil
seals, which gives better road noise isolation, reduced noise levels, better valve response, lesser damping
variation, increased durability, and better compromise between ride and handling requirements.
The bottom of shock absorber is connected to the twist beam structure and the top is connected to the body
shell through rubber mountings, which reduces/ isolates the road shocks and noise. The top end of the
shock absorber is covered using a stylish rubber cover, which enhances the look of luggage compartment.
The twist beam design configuration of the vehicle controls and enhances the important ride and handling
parameters of the suspension. Directional stiffness and toe correcting motion of pivot bushes satisfies ride,
enhances vibration and harshness isolation.
This suspension is simple in construction and assembly however, it is extremely robust. The suspension has
enabled the vehicle to carry larger capacity fuel tank and bigger space for luggage as compared to the
earlier models. The twist beam suspension is more durable with less number of loose parts, supplements
reduced clutter under the floor.