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- From: nak@cbnews.cb.att.com (neil.a.kirby)
- Subject: Re: single vs. dual disk
- Organization: AT&T
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- Date: Fri, 22 Jan 1993 14:42:47 GMT
- Message-ID: <1993Jan22.144247.14951@cbnews.cb.att.com>
- References: <C11Knz.M4u@synoptics.com> <9901129@hpfcso.FC.HP.COM>
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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?
- >>
- >This lessened braking force might be a blessing in disguise - easier to
- >modulate under dirt road traction conditions.
- >Adrenaline will strengthen your grip, too.
- >
-
- Also, the GS front tire may not have sufficient grip to warrant more
- braking power. I don't know if the GS front tire "sings" the way the Conti
- on the front of the RS does just before it locks up or not. I just listen
- for the noise (on good roads) and know not to ask for more.
-
- If you can lock the tire on the street you don't need any more brakes.
-
- Neil Kirby
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