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Old Jul 6, 2012 | 05:23 AM
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The front brakes on my Fatboy leave something to be desired. I am wondering what I can do to improve stopping power?
 
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Old Jul 6, 2012 | 07:14 AM
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First make sure all Ur brake system is correct, Next I like the Lyndall's I had put on last summer a little better than the stockers that was On there.



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Old Jul 6, 2012 | 07:28 AM
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If the pad upgrade doesn't do it for you, then you may want to look into a new caliper. PM makes a six piston that will do the job.
 
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Old Jul 7, 2012 | 08:59 AM
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I wasn't too impressed with my brake either so installed a floating disc and 6 piston caliper. Much better control and stopping power. Wanted to do the dual caliper/disc swap but too expensive. On my new FB I'm waiting on a 13" disc to match my Gasser wheel and have the 6 piston caliper sitting on the bench. PM by way of Dennis Kirk is very slow getting this to me and wish someone would get off the pot.
 
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Old Jul 7, 2012 | 10:20 AM
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You might want to check out the article on brakes in American Iron magazine from a few months ago.
 
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