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Old Mar 1, 2012 | 08:51 AM
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does anyone know what 4 piston calipers from other HD models is a direct bolt on on the 48?
i would like to upgrade both front and rear brakes, i guess better calipers and lines would be a good start.
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Old Mar 1, 2012 | 09:12 AM
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I know there's been a couple people who've put the XR front caliper on their 48's and say it performs better.
 
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I recently changed the front caliper on my 48 from an XR caliper
 
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the XR calipers are hard to find unless you buy them new. however, Vrods, SG..... are everywhere. one of them has to fit!
 
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