well damn. I guess it's over lol
Single front rotor?
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SLEEPERBUSA
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Just when it was gettin good.
TruWrecks
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Cons: Less initial bite (something that you will adjust to) and more friction (per pad) for the same braking force as the dual rotor design. This will generate more heat for the brake pads. Brake fade will be more noticeable if you ride hard. Pads will wear faster due to the higher friction levels. The rotor will also be shorter lived because the the higher heat cycles.
Pros: Less weight. Less rotating mass so the front wheel will feel lighter on turn-in. Plenty of braking force for the street. Less likely for someone to lock up the front tire under hard braking. Easier to clean the wheel and check air pressures. Less parts to handle if you need to remove the front wheel.
It's not really about what works better. It's more about how you ride, and what your maintenance habits are. Buell (Haters are bound to come after this one) has been using a single front rotor on most of their sport style bikes for a few years now. The rim mounted design is to reduce the weight of the wheel spokes by applying braking forces closer to the tire instead of the hub, like most modern bikes.
Short version: If you're not tracking your bike, and you don't mind changing brake pads and rotors more often, a single rotor setup will do fine. If you're going to ride harder and longer, or you are just lazy about bike maintenance, stay with the dual rotor setup.
I like the dual rotor setup, so I will keep it on mine for now.
Pros: Less weight. Less rotating mass so the front wheel will feel lighter on turn-in. Plenty of braking force for the street. Less likely for someone to lock up the front tire under hard braking. Easier to clean the wheel and check air pressures. Less parts to handle if you need to remove the front wheel.
It's not really about what works better. It's more about how you ride, and what your maintenance habits are. Buell (Haters are bound to come after this one) has been using a single front rotor on most of their sport style bikes for a few years now. The rim mounted design is to reduce the weight of the wheel spokes by applying braking forces closer to the tire instead of the hub, like most modern bikes.
Short version: If you're not tracking your bike, and you don't mind changing brake pads and rotors more often, a single rotor setup will do fine. If you're going to ride harder and longer, or you are just lazy about bike maintenance, stay with the dual rotor setup.
I like the dual rotor setup, so I will keep it on mine for now.
dangerous dave
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harley riders and some busa riders have a lot in common . Always thinking up new ways to make their bike perform worse .
SLEEPERBUSA
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And some Busa riders are like a lot of Harley riders.
They don't have what it takes to think for themselves, so they just listen to what others tell them instead of actually trying it and knowing for sure.
They don't have what it takes to think for themselves, so they just listen to what others tell them instead of actually trying it and knowing for sure.
2Wheel King
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I have to agree with SleeperBusa. There are a lot of people on this forum that are going by what they have heard. I was thinking about going with one rotor. When I started reading the first part of this forum I said to my self definitely not. After reading SleeperBusa's reply I am going to do it and like he said If I dont like just put it back on.
SLEEPERBUSA
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Thanks King.
Like it or not,
YOU'LL know if it's for YOU.
NO mod is for everyone, but damn, think for yourself and try stuff.
What a boring world it would be if we all just followed 1 person's thinking, or better yet, left all of our stuff STOCK.
Like it or not,
YOU'LL know if it's for YOU.
NO mod is for everyone, but damn, think for yourself and try stuff.
What a boring world it would be if we all just followed 1 person's thinking, or better yet, left all of our stuff STOCK.
if you do go single check out PPM customs site for fillers
brake and rim. http://www.ppmcustom.com
sleeper said it. You'll know if it's for you.
brake and rim. http://www.ppmcustom.com
sleeper said it. You'll know if it's for you.
dangerous dave
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OK seems I ve ruffeled some feathers with my harley busa rider compairison ..
If you like less brakes go for it ,I must be a sheep for wanting good brakes ...
Really, If Ive offended here I apologize .. I forget there's lots of staightliners here that mostly just dragrace.
If you like less brakes go for it ,I must be a sheep for wanting good brakes ...
Really, If Ive offended here I apologize .. I forget there's lots of staightliners here that mostly just dragrace.
SLEEPERBUSA
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I don't take offense Dave. I just sling it back when it's slung.
Can you imagine how boring it would be without controversy?
It's all good on this end.
Can you imagine how boring it would be without controversy?
It's all good on this end.
empty_pockets
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I agree with rock. I am going to do the mod to mine and my bro's busa. If it is something that I don't like I can always go back. I like to cruise I am not a canyon carver. I do like to go on rides with some twisties, but I know how hard I can take them without having to constantly hit my brakes.
You will always have people who will have negative comments about everything. Harley riders and Busa riders normally have the most individualized custom bikes. If that is your thing then go for it I say. I am
You will always have people who will have negative comments about everything. Harley riders and Busa riders normally have the most individualized custom bikes. If that is your thing then go for it I say. I am
dangerous dave
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cool !I don't take offense Dave. I just sling it back when it's slung.
Can you imagine how boring it would be without controversy?
It's all good on this end.
yes, it would be boring.
Holy christ this thread got ugly. Ive got to say ive seen some very JUDGEMENTAL posts in here from the dual rotor crowd mainly. I don't agree with the fact that because some of us who choose to run a single rotor we are "pousers". We aren't any different from anyone on this board. We are all in it to ride, whether it be the Dragon or a Drag race. Kinda lame to say the things some of you did, ESPECIALLY without any on street experience.
Speaking of experience, heres mine..
Few weeks back i had a mishap trailering the bike to the track. Bike fell over in the trailer, and in doing so the wheel chock slighty bent my right side rotor. Well about 20mins after cussing up a storm, i went ahead and removed it. I was very very hesitant to do so but i had to run the bike so it was a must do at the track. Ive since then ridden on the street and done a "panic braking". Don't for one second think these bikes won't lock the front tire with one rotor, it definetly can, will and does. The lever feel is stiffer but to me seems like i am more in touch with the actual amount of brake pressure.(plus it looks sexy) Does it take getting used to? Yes. Is it something i plan to change back to a dual rotor design? No. Im simply going to buy a single wave rotor, some nice pads and call it a day
And before i get any **** from anyone about being a "trailer queen", my bike gets ridden to work everyday in the summer, ridden to the track, raced, ridden home and taken on backroad rides for shits and giggles. So yes, it will see its fair share of street time. Plus, if it can stop from a 1/4 mile pass @ the track without a problem, thats all the confidence i need.
Speaking of experience, heres mine..
Few weeks back i had a mishap trailering the bike to the track. Bike fell over in the trailer, and in doing so the wheel chock slighty bent my right side rotor. Well about 20mins after cussing up a storm, i went ahead and removed it. I was very very hesitant to do so but i had to run the bike so it was a must do at the track. Ive since then ridden on the street and done a "panic braking". Don't for one second think these bikes won't lock the front tire with one rotor, it definetly can, will and does. The lever feel is stiffer but to me seems like i am more in touch with the actual amount of brake pressure.(plus it looks sexy) Does it take getting used to? Yes. Is it something i plan to change back to a dual rotor design? No. Im simply going to buy a single wave rotor, some nice pads and call it a day
And before i get any **** from anyone about being a "trailer queen", my bike gets ridden to work everyday in the summer, ridden to the track, raced, ridden home and taken on backroad rides for shits and giggles. So yes, it will see its fair share of street time. Plus, if it can stop from a 1/4 mile pass @ the track without a problem, thats all the confidence i need.
oh no it's back lol
single rotor sighted on the dragon
single rotor sighted on the dragon
even caught an action shot.
bdogg317
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What are you talking about. I have one rotor and I ride my bike real hard not to mention race it. And the stopping power is no different from one to two.
bdogg317
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+1Holy christ this thread got ugly. Ive got to say ive seen some very JUDGEMENTAL posts in here from the dual rotor crowd mainly. I don't agree with the fact that because some of us who choose to run a single rotor we are "pousers". We aren't any different from anyone on this board. We are all in it to ride, whether it be the Dragon or a Drag race. Kinda lame to say the things some of you did, ESPECIALLY without any on street experience.
Speaking of experience, heres mine..
Few weeks back i had a mishap trailering the bike to the track. Bike fell over in the trailer, and in doing so the wheel chock slighty bent my right side rotor. Well about 20mins after cussing up a storm, i went ahead and removed it. I was very very hesitant to do so but i had to run the bike so it was a must do at the track. Ive since then ridden on the street and done a "panic braking". Don't for one second think these bikes won't lock the front tire with one rotor, it definetly can, will and does. The lever feel is stiffer but to me seems like i am more in touch with the actual amount of brake pressure.(plus it looks sexy) Does it take getting used to? Yes. Is it something i plan to change back to a dual rotor design? No. Im simply going to buy a single wave rotor, some nice pads and call it a day
And before i get any **** from anyone about being a "trailer queen", my bike gets ridden to work everyday in the summer, ridden to the track, raced, ridden home and taken on backroad rides for shits and giggles. So yes, it will see its fair share of street time. Plus, if it can stop from a 1/4 mile pass @ the track without a problem, thats all the confidence i need.
