Educate me on front vs rear brake situations

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07-01-2009, 12:28 PM

Falqon

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Originally Posted by johnnyx

The rear isn't for stopping power, it's for control. It's a "brake" by definition, but not by use.

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07-01-2009, 01:51 PM

johnnyx

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EVERYONE IS WRONG!

The rear "brake" actually increases OIL pressure, thus increasing "engine braking" capability. That's why your oil pressure light comes on when you hit the rear brake. If it's not coming on, your bike is broke, and you should sell it to me on the cheap.

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