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Old Aug 6, 2021 | 06:52 AM
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Default Brake rotor suggestions

Looking to upgrade my brake rotors, both front and back feel like they are starting to wrap, just about 25k on the bike (2016). I want something more performance orientated without breaking the bank at the same time. What are some recommendations?
 
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The warping you feel is usually build up on the rotors.
I useRed 3m scotch Brite pads to clean the rotors and wipe off with brake cleaner (don't spray)
I scrub from outside the rotor to the inside, wipe off with brake fluid. Maybe a couple of times till I see the wipe-off rag come clean.
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I do that about every oil change.
I tried EBC but without a great improvement.
But you still may need to measure your rotor for correct thickness and runout
 

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Old Aug 17, 2021 | 09:08 AM
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Last year I replaced the rotors. Front rotors are TRW model MSW504

Front rotors, perferctly fit my FLHT '09
Rear rotor is standard HD

 

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