Factors That Contribute to Bumpiness While Traveling with Your RV

Anyone planning to spend a lot of time traveling in their RV will want to pick a model that offers the most comfort. Some RVs are recognized for their smooth ride no matter the terrain. However, other models have a much bumpier feel. Several factors make most RVs bumpier compared to a regular automobile. If you understand these factors, you can take steps to ensure a comfortable trip no matter what. You can bring your questions to the team at Bill Howich RV & Marine, where you can learn more about the RVing lifestyle. Our dealership, located in Campbell River, British Columbia, proudly serves Courtenay and Nanaimo, British Columbia. 

Suspension

The suspension of your RV is the number one factor that affects the feel of the ride. Basic suspension systems on RVs use coil springs that help absorb impacts. More heavy-duty suspension systems will use better materials, such as leaf springs or torsion bars. Leaf springs are arc-shaped pieces that bend with the road. Leaf springs are affordable and reliable but do not offer the smoothest ride around. 

Torsion bars are more expensive, but they are the best option for suspension if you want to avoid bumps. Torsion bars use round bars made from steel, which attach to the frame of RVs. This torsion bar can twist and bend significantly with the road. 

Tire Pressure

Make sure to check the tire pressure before you set out on a trip. Too much air in the tires of RVs leads to a rougher ride. High tire pressure reduces rolling resistance, which means your RV cannot roll over bumps without you feeling them, too. But if the tire pressure is too low, you can experience similar problems with bumpiness.

Fuel Tank

Many people who own RVs can tell when they need to refuel soon. When the fuel tank is full, it helps weigh down an RV. The result is a smoother ride. A lighter fuel tank does not hold the RV down as it goes. 

Bumpier RV Models

Some RVs have a design that is naturally bumpier. Class B and Class C motorhomes use cheaper suspension systems, like the coil and leaf spring systems mentioned above. If you want to have the smoothest ride, you should avoid these models. The smoothest RVs are the most luxurious and the most expensive. So, to be comfortable no matter what, choose a Class A motorhome. 

You can find RVs that offer smoother and more comfortable rides with a little extra research. Visit us at Bill Howich RV & Marine in Campbell River, British Columbia, and our team will show you around our latest inventory of recreational vehicles and more. We welcome customers from Nanaimo and Courtenay, British Columbia.