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The bike utilizes a tubular double cradle frame, with telescopic front forks and 5-step adjustable dual rear shock absorbers. Both ends have 18-inch wheels, wrapped in 80/100 tubeless tyres.

In mechanics’ parlance, this means that the dampers (colloquially known as shock absorbers) have reached their end of life. They usually have a service life of between 80,000km and 100,000km.