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- From: prange@silver.ucs.indiana.edu (Henry Prange)
- Subject: Re: single vs. dual disk
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- References: <C11Knz.M4u@synoptics.com> <9901129@hpfcso.FC.HP.COM>
- Date: Thu, 21 Jan 1993 19:06:35 GMT
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- In article <9901129@hpfcso.FC.HP.COM> ron@hpfcso.FC.HP.COM (Ron Miller) writes:
- >>
- >> One of the more noticeable differences when I switched from the K100RT (dual
- >> front disks) to the R100GS (single) was how much the stopping power, even
- >> with the lighter bike, was reduced. I have even had to use the rear brake
- >> sometimes! Until then I wasn't sure the dual brakes weren't just a sales
- >> gimmick.
- >>
- >> Does anyone know if the GS can be converted to dual disks?
- >>
- >> Ride grinnin'
- >>
- >> Henry
- >
- >This lessened braking force might be a blessing in disguise - easier to
- >modulate under dirt road traction conditions.
- >Adrenaline will strengthen your grip, too.
- >
- >Just a thought,
- >
- >Ron
-
- Wait a min..... use brakes off pavement??? But then I would have to want to slow down! What fun is that? :-)
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- HP
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