Motion Instruments, a specialist in cycling suspension data analysis systems, has unveiled its System 2 platform – adding performance and durability while ‘significantly lowering the price’.
Now available for iOS and Android platforms, Motion Instrument’s System 2 is designed to make the suspension tuning process easier and faster. According to the company, the system is simpler to install, easier to understand, and more durable.
Using suspension data and insights provided by the MotionIQ app, the system provides information to help riders make educated adjustments to improve their bike’s handling and control.
The company added… ‘With this data, you don’t need an engineering background or a wealth of suspension knowledge, and even the most seasoned riders can improve their ride.’
“After a gruelling two-year effort, we are excited to launch System 2, along with adding Android support to the MotionIQ app,” said Founder Robert Przykucki.
“We developed System 2 after seeing the abuse of mother nature and pro-level athletes unleashed on our first generation system. The high cost of that system prevented many from experiencing the benefit of data analytics to tune their ride. Longevity, accuracy, and an affordable price point were the guiding principles we adhered to while developing this product.”
System 2 is designed to work with cross country, trail, enduro, and downhill air spring forks (dual crown forks require a DH Mount fork adapter, sold separately). The new Fork Tracer can adapt to different bikes with minimal setup time and the Rear Tracer simplifies capturing rear suspension activity.
System 2 runs on rechargeable batteries that are claimed to last over 20 hours of run time. Electronic position sensing is used with no wearing of electromechanical components. The platform is IP67 rated which is 100% waterproof. No data logger is required to record data. Users can use a smartphone or Apple Watch to live stream data wirelessly.
The Fork Tracer uses an induction sensor to capture position without wearing a constant contact mechanism.
The Rear Tracer measures the angle rotation of a linkage pivot using a precision magnetic positioning sensor. Unlike traditional potentiometer-based systems, both front and rear designs are 100% electronic and do not wear out with normal use.
The heart of System 2 is the MotionIQ app. This records data while riding. Using an iPhone, Apple Watch or Android phone to gather data wirelessly and make recordings, results can be viewed instantly. All your data is stored securely on an iCloud account or via other cloud storage providers.
Pre-orders are now live and orders will begin shipping in June, 2024. The complete System 2 kit – including free MotionIQ app (iOS or Android) – is priced at US$499. A DH Mount, US$49.99 (required for dual crown forks) is sold separately.
