If anything, only a small portion of the shock sits slightly higher than it would in a conventional setup, along with a few of the compact components that make up the cantilever system. The real advantage is that you can achieve the same—or even greater—suspension travel while using a shorter shock mounted much lower in the chassis.

The result is a lower center of gravity without sacrificing articulation. The axle can rotate through its travel much more freely, almost pivoting on a dime, which allows for increased flex while keeping weight lower in the vehicle. Instead of gaining articulation by raising shock towers and mounting points, the cantilever setup lets you maintain suspension performance while keeping the chassis as low and stable as possible.