swingarm

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  • (motorcycling) The main component of the rear suspension of most modern motorcycles and ATVs; holds the rear axle in place while swinging vertically to allow the suspension to absorb the shock from bumps in the road.

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Compound from English swing (swing, beat) + English arm (poor, the upper limb of the body, equip with a weapon).

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arm

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poor, the upper limb of the body, equip with a weapon

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