Well, you see, I was thoroughly dazzled by the concept of what the AMP link does when I first read about it in "Dirt Wheels". Then, the next month, they reviewed it, and all they talked about was how much better the supension works, and how much more traction they get, and how much better the braking is, and how much more power they get to the ground, and it makes it seem like they spent thousands on motor mods and on and on and on..... So, I figured, "WOW! it MUST be something that really does work."
Nearly $200 later, (they weren't as cheep as the are now), I bolted it on, and took it for a test ride with the huge expetations that I read in the magazines. Sadly to say, I didn't notice any of the great claims that DW reported, except one: the suspension "squated" when you have the gas on (makes sense if you look at the moment forces on the swingarm from the chain). So, OK, that must mean that the suspension is able to work more freely, right? Well, I guess thats the theory. But, believe me, if you are looking for better rear suspension, go get your rear shock re-valved from Works Performance or some other established suspension shop.
The real reasons why I wouldn't buy another one:
Now, you are prolly asking, why I still have it on my rig? Simple: I spent the money, so I'm going to use it till it dies (its not hurting any thing). I also hang on to it because it is a better system for managing the chain around the swingarm pivot area when compared to the cheesy plastic "roller" that goes around the swingarm on a stocker. Not to mention the fact that if I took it off, I would have a noticable chunk missing from my plastic side cover.
Thank you. I will now step off my soap box.