Switchback FLD Front Disc Reason
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Switchback FLD Front Disc Reason
I've heard some criticism about Harley only putting one disc on the front wheel of the FLD.
I had another bike (by manufacturer who will remain nameless) that had an aluminum black cast wheel also, and they purposely put only one brake disc on the left side for esthetic reasons.
It shows off the rims and looks better. Possibly Harley had this same reason in mind.
Function gave way to style in this instance.
I'm glad they did.
Bill
Phoenix, AZ
PS - I do use a little more rear brake to balance the stopping, but I also did that with the other bike.
I had another bike (by manufacturer who will remain nameless) that had an aluminum black cast wheel also, and they purposely put only one brake disc on the left side for esthetic reasons.
It shows off the rims and looks better. Possibly Harley had this same reason in mind.
Function gave way to style in this instance.
I'm glad they did.
Bill
Phoenix, AZ
PS - I do use a little more rear brake to balance the stopping, but I also did that with the other bike.
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No, about 1/2 way, maybe there is a problem with yours somewhere.
It is too weak of a stop if I use only the front brake, so I probably do a 50/50 squeeze.
I've ridden other bikes where I could do 75% front and finish of the stop with front and rear, but the FLD (like other looks over function bikes) needs a more balanced brake technique to stop quickly and confident (even with our ABS).
Bill
Phoenix,AZ
It is too weak of a stop if I use only the front brake, so I probably do a 50/50 squeeze.
I've ridden other bikes where I could do 75% front and finish of the stop with front and rear, but the FLD (like other looks over function bikes) needs a more balanced brake technique to stop quickly and confident (even with our ABS).
Bill
Phoenix,AZ
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they will usually bleed it once first then replace per MOCO guidelines
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