Hey SS crew, i need more front end braking, end of... I have put new pads in, changed the fluid etc and the braking is ok but i feel that its not all it should be and i have little confidence in it. :beg: I want to know if there is a simple way to get better braking from the front end, be it a decent wavy disc and pad combo, or is there a bigger brake conversion available. Or can i fit forks and front wheel from a Zip 100 or similar to get some decent stopping power? All help gratefully received... Ta :thumbsup:
no i put in EBC 'sport' pads, but yes it does have the standard hose. The brakes just feel like i need to write them a letter to tell them that im going to use them... The front lever feels ok, and the back, well it feels like it is, a cable. I ride quite enthusiastically and am tipping the scales at 16st so effective braking is quite important... Thanks for the reply...
I would try changing the hose for a braided one for starters. Standard hoses expand under pressure so give a sort of soggy feel.
I replaced my hoses 2 weeks ago with goodrige lines. I bled them then applied the front brake just wheeling the bike around and I nearly dropped the bike with surprise. They are so urgent now. Just straight on
use a wavey runner rear disk an caliper... it just about fits and absoloutly transforms the front brake... check out abs zip project for pics
