New Front Brake Caliper Needed - 05 BDM Chopper

[sporadic_kit]

Hi All,

My mechanic advises me that I need a new front brake caliper.

Can anyone advise what options I have in terms of parts that will fit out of the box?

Can you suggest which is the best and why as well, just out of interest?

Also where is the best place to purchase such a caliper?

Thanks,
Lewis

 

[BADOG]

check with Curtis wildsteedworx .com

 

[sporadic_kit]

I cant get hold of the guy. Called him and emailed him.

I spoke to a British front brake manufacturer (Billet) and they advised that the performance machine calipers are good quality calipers. They can provide me with Billet calipers that will fit the below dimensions in either 6 pot or 4 pot.

The 6 pot calipers will provide better braking performance. Can anyone see any issues with this?

Disc Diameter: 290mm
Center to Center thread distance on caliper: 69mm
Thread pitch 3/8” UNC

 

[woodbutcher]

check with J&P cycle if you can't get Curtis. http://www.jpcycles.com/product/240-0057?utm_source=none&utm_term=[74946191890roduct_type_l1==vehicles%20&%20parts&%20product_type_l2==land%20vehicles&%20product_type_l3==mot&cid=Google+SEARCH+NON-BRAND+PLA+-+Shopping+Campaign&adpos=1o3&creative=42616570810&device=c&matchtype=&network=g&gclid=CJXJpJzOscsCFdcZgQod6PYE_w

don't know how the pricing matches but it is another source.

 

[sporadic_kit]

This compares about the same as the billet 4 pot equivalent. I'd like to get better braking power so is there a performance machine 6 pot?

 

[woodbutcher]

better braking on the front of a motorcycle isn't always the best thing. great way of getting yourself thrown on the ground.

 

[heybaylor]

better braking on the front of a motorcycle isn't always the best thing. great way of getting yourself thrown on the ground.

???? , I have never had too much brake front ,or rear.

 

[Dragonslave]

I have. Locked the front down when a fucker pulled out in front of me. Didnt lay the bike down though but just about did.

 

[woodbutcher]

I have. Locked the front down when a fucker pulled out in front of me. Didnt lay the bike down though but just about did.

same here.

 

[sporadic_kit]

My brakes have always sucked... I need more stopping power...

 

[sporadic_kit]

purchased the 6 pot billet front brake. Will provide update on fitting and performance - maybe even a pic.

 

[Dragonslave]

Just a question...

Do you brake with the front only or both front and rear? I brake with both and dont have a problem stopping.

 

[woodbutcher]

Just a question...

Do you brake with the front only or both front and rear? I brake with both and dont have a problem stopping.

correct way of doing it. but it is hard not to reach and grab for the grip or stand on the peg when you see a big assed car or truck right in front of you.

 

[Dragonslave]

correct way of doing it. but it is hard not to reach and grab for the grip or stand on the peg when you see a big assed car or truck right in front of you.

True but chances are if you train yourself to do it normally, you are more likely to use both in an emergency and get better stopping power.

 

[woodbutcher]

True but chances are if you train yourself to do it normally, you are more likely to use both in an emergency and get better stopping power.

definitely, but the times somebody has pulled out on me, adrenaline has kicked in faster than the brain and it is certainly a matter of training to NOT grab as hard as you can. wish it would never happen but everybody better be ready for it cause it's gonna' happen, just don't know when.

 

[chubs]

Had that happen to me once. I honestly believe my asshole locked up tighter than either brake, and I even left skid marks on the pavement !! Not something I care to do on a regular basis!

 

[sporadic_kit]

I use about 75% on the front normally and 25% on the rear... Neither front or back have ever been good enough to lock up. We noticed that the calliperwas distorted and mount bracket bent.

 

[sporadic_kit]

... So concluded that it must have sustained a whack at some point...

 

[sporadic_kit]

Guys im still looking for a caliper. No one at JP can confirm if this will fit an 05 chopper. Can anyone here say 100% that it will fit?

http://www.jpcycles.com/product/240...e=&network=g&gclid=CJXJpJzOscsCFdcZgQod6PYE_w

 

[sporadic_kit]

I have to import it into the UK so dont really want to get it wrong!