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2004–2012 Mazda RX-8 Suspension & Handling FAQ's

Please read our FAQs page to find out more.

What coilover rates work for a dual‑purpose RX‑8?

Balanced street/track setups often land near 8–10 kg/mm front and 6–8 kg/mm rear with digressive damping. Add front camber (‑2.0°+) for 200‑TW tires.

Do sway bars reduce understeer without hurting ride?

Moderate bars control roll; avoid overly stiff fronts that induce push. Fine‑tune with alignment and rebound on bumpy roads.

Any RX‑8 chassis tips before alignment?

Refresh bushings/ball joints and check subframe mounts. Corner‑balance after major changes for predictable rotation.