There's a cushioning benefit to hands, wrists arms and shoulders but, it also depends on how strong the spring is. Too strong and just a heavier bike. Too weak and it just heavy a depressed pivot and it's awkward. A good spring can be adjusted to suite your type of activity. Other than trial and error, it can be difficult to determine which and who's spring, Schwinn's heavy type, standard and some weak springs from the 50's and maybe 60'sor even an aftermarket. I have a couple og 55's, 1 is weak the other standard but my 96-7cruiser deluxe on 95 phantom centenial frame and 98 anniversary on crap frame are just right and can feel extra comfort so, ride em most frequently. Albeit chrome is crappy. Never tried a 1980-81 'cruiser deluxe. And 60's standard should feel like my 90's which I haven't ridden since way back when but seems I had no probs with adjusting and flex. .