Why is dw-link different?
·  A squat curve manipulation™ type suspension based entirely on sound principle in Physics not hype
·  A defining trait of the system is both efficiency and compliance under power
·  Neutral braking characteristics
·  Using acceleration forces to neutralize unwanted suspension movement
·  The ability to be incorporated into very lightweight frame designs

How does the dw-link work?
·  System reacts instantaneously to terrain features, without perceptible loss of efficiency, traction or comfort
·  Is defined by the short links coupled to triangulated rear suspension members, the paired set of links rotate in the same direction and create suspension motion throughout the travel.

Technical Bulletin for dw-Link Suspension System
April 8, 2005 - Suspension Sag settings for dw-Link system. For dw-link bikes, really, you can run them at whatever pressure you feel most comfortable riding them with.

The dw-link suspension's purpose is to allow a rider to run some amount of suspension sag, without rendering any of the travel useless. All suspension needs some, but not too much sag in order to improve traction and take up bumps.

For the Mk III, Azure, and 7POINT I recommend 25% sag for trail use. If you are DHing the 7POINT, you can go up to 35% sag if that's how you like to roll.

CV/T chamber pressures should start off with absolute minimum, 50psi. If the spring on the bike is a little soft for the rider, you can raise CV/T pressure up to 70 psi, but I wouldn't go a lot higher than that. At that point you should start looking at a heavier spring to get the ultimate in small bump compliance.

CV/T chamber volume is set at 1 turn in from full open. The air shocks are all custom tuned to have larger than normal CV/T air volumes from the factory.

On a 5th Element, use zero turns in on the low speed compression (full out), and on the high speed 1-1.5 turns in. This goes for the Sunday also. And this from Dave Weagle, President/Technical Director of e13Components:

The dw-link's unique ability to remain very efficient while the suspension moves through its travel is what makes it superior to other types. To take full advantage of this superior system, please do not run less than 25% sag on the dw-link bikes Lockouts, extra compression damping, and running heavier than needed spring rates all detract from this ability to track bumps, and cause additional rider fatigue in the process. The most efficiency, comfort, and traction can be had only by setting the suspension up so that it can absorb even the smallest bumps.