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Old 03-11-2008   #33 (permalink)
iansoady
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I agree absolutely - the front brake is the one that does all the work when you really want to stop. People can be astonished by how quickly you can stop by using it properly - and if you don't use it regularly then you're unlikely to use it in those situations where time is of the essence.

The rear brake OTOH is of course essential for low speed manoeuvring, tight turns etc. I'm ashamed to say I was riding for over 30 years before I learnt how to use it properly - after dropping the Tiger twice in my first couple of weeks with it.
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