Speaking of customization, mufflers, steps, wheels, etc. ......
I think many people think of the parts that stand out.
But! It's not just about changing parts that you can see at a glance, that's customization.
There are many custom parts that only you can see that you have changed them or you have to look at them carefully, but they are very effective when you ride.
I'm going to show you one of those parts, the chromoly axle shaft!
What is an axle shaft?
The axle shaft is the shaft that runs through the center of the wheel and unites the front fork, swingarm and wheel.
What are you doing?
- The two suspensions are connected and integrated to make the same movement at the same time (front).
- Transfers the load input to the tires and wheels to the suspension
- The bearing, distance collar, and axle collar at the hub of the wheel are integrated and fixed with the least friction.
- Determine the position of the brake disc and sprocket to the center of the caliper and chain line.
It's not just an iron rod. They do such a great job. Thank you, Axle Shaft.
What the hell is chromoly anyway?
The official name is "Chromium Molybdenum Steel". It is an alloy made by adding a very small amount of chromium and molybdenum to iron.
0 carbon.1 to 0.5%, chromium 0.9 to 1.2 %, molybdenum 0.15 to 0.It is stipulated that it shall contain in the range of 45%.
It is used for various applications such as bicycle frames, crank shafts, stabilizers, and aircraft leg parts because its strength does not change even in high temperature and high pressure environments and its moderate "flexing" absorbs vibration.
Chrome-moly shafts are also being adopted as genuine products.
In fact, recent large SS and other models may use chromoly shafts as standard.
So there's no need to change to ...... chromoly axle shafts, ......? You would think so, right?
Also, when we think of custom parts, we often think of weight reduction by changing the material from steel to titanium or other materials in the muffler, but changing to a chromoly shaft does not change the weight that much.
So why is an external chromoly shaft available?
Advantage 1: Increased rigidity
Since the axle shaft is one of the rigid components of the suspension, high rigidity and strength are required.
It is the only thing that constantly receives large forces such as "torsion" while driving, connects the wheel and suspension, and supports the weight of the vehicle.
By reinforcing this part, the suspension is able to operate properly against external forces from the road surface during driving, and the tires are able to contact the road surface stably, thus improving straight-line stability and minimizing yawing when cornering.
→Compared to the stock shaft, the rigidity of the shaft is improved, and the cornering performance is improved by increasing the ground contact feeling of the front.
→Stable braking is also possible as the footing at the back becomes more effective during braking.
Advantage 2: Increased accuracy
With the exception of a few special vehicles, production vehicles are constrained by cost, and there are many areas where compromises must be made.
The stock axles are also not as precise as they could be due to cost. The tolerances are also wider, and simply put, they are made thinner than the original size we wanted to make.
The external chromoly shaft is finished with high precision at a cost. This way, the bearing, distance collar, and side collar are neatly aligned, approaching the ideal structure envisioned by the developer.
Also, in order to turn the bearing with low friction, it is necessary to apply the correct amount of pressure, which can be close to the ideal pressure.
→By increasing the shaft accuracy of the shaft, the wheel rotation loss is reduced and the pushing and pulling becomes lighter.
Recommended Chromoly Shaft
JB POWER(BITO R&D):JB Power (Vito R&D)
The high rigidity of high-grade chromoly steel and the light weight of the hollow structure provide stable cornering.
The surface has an electroless nickel plated finish, so no more rust!
The main cars supported are large old cars.
RADICAL:radical
How to bring out the potential of the motorcycle" RADICAL has always pursued this theme since its establishment, and has arrived at this theme through the production of various machines.
The RADICAL chromoly shafts are made of SCM435H, which is the best material for shafts, and each shaft is individually machined to ensure the required strength, and then heat-treated and tempered to a hardness of 30, which is the perfect balance of hardness, toughness and safety. The hardness is 30.
The surface treatment is Green Chromate treatment which has the same corrosion resistance as the manufacturer's plating.
KOOD:Quds
By increasing the strength of the shaft itself, the rigidity of the linkage between the left and right side of the body is increased, and the movement of the front fork and swing arm is felt more directly. The information from the road surface will be transmitted sharply and directly, which will greatly improve the ride quality of your car.
This is the "Magic Rod", and you can feel the performance instantly by just replacing the stock shaft from mini bike to BIG bike.
With the high quality of Made in JAPAN that pursues to the work process that is the obsession, and the material, and the high durability of the original three-layer plating process, it is just a gem of recommendation!
Our special materials
Chromium molybdenum steel is used with a mill sheet (steel inspection certificate) from a Japanese manufacturer that guarantees reliable quality.
Before processing, heat treatment is applied from raw material and distortion is corrected by pressing. The material is then heat treated again.
This is to maximize the strength and tenacity of the chromoly.
Centerless polishing with special care
The surface is processed by centerless polishing, which does not suppress the surface with the central axis but shaves it at a constant speed while pushing it out. The surface is processed by centerless polishing, which means that there is little deflection and high accuracy can be achieved.
KOOD's core business is the processing, development and manufacturing of metal products, so we are able to provide the best polishing.
Our special "3-layer" plating
What KOOD is most particular about is plating.
In order to improve the quality of rust prevention and durability, it has been processed with three layers of plating, copper plating, strike plating, and electroless nickel plating, which is rarely seen in general.
By increasing the adhesiveness and thickening the layer in the base plating, it is resistant to rust and cracking and the finish becomes beautiful. It also has a longer life than STD and prevents sticking such as seizure.
KOOD is one of the best chromoly shaft manufacturer in the world.
And the lineup of car modelsFrom the Cub 50 to the Ninja H2(!)We have a wide selection!
Let's start with the front axle shafts!
How about customizing with parts that are not so noticeable, that are under the radar, but are noticed by connoisseurs?
If you've done a whole bunch of customization and are wondering what to change next, this is a good place to start.
Start with the front, which is relatively easy to see the effect, then the rear, then the pivot ...... and let's get into the swamp of chromoly shafts!
