So sunny weekend thought Id break out the 999 for our 1st ride out and was really happy apart from-the rear brake ....... The usual ride is a 959 pani and was not expecting anything near; however 1st junction nearly ended up in the middle of the road crossing me as there was just very little bite there Are the rear brakes that bad in comparison ? Found myself more front brake biassed on the 999, no doubt due to the pani engine braking I am rear biassed around town, however I will be turning down the EBC low as I found the 999 an easier more relaxed ride and somewhat more enjoyable especially gripping what seems a slimmer frame/tank and generally more comfy which was a great surprise but spells disaster for keeping it low mileage!!!!! Any guidance on the brakes appreciated. Back in love with biking! Roll on tomorrow!
When was the last time you changed the brake fluid in the rear brake ? A thorough bleed with a decent fluid, I prefer Motul 660 as it has a better resistance to heat cycling and see what the difference is. Might be worth fitting new/different pads or at least giving them a good rub down with cleaner and a wire brush. And yes, your Panigale will be a lot better. Andy
Had full belts/fluids recommission around 2 months ago so all shiny new May pop the pads out and take a look if its simple......really simple.......
Spike, if your chain has been lubed recently that may be the reason the brake is so bad although they are not that good anyway. Most braking (70% approx) should be from the front in any case and you need to get used to using it as the primary means of stopping. If you use the back brake for slow speed, trail braking or if you carry a pillion (it is more comfortable for them ) then do not use conventional chain lube as just a small spot on the face of the disc will render the brake useless. Best to use dry chain lube and get some brake cleaner to properly clean the disc faces and the pads.
Use more front brake. Rear is no good. Taking pads out is very simple - remove tiny circlip from retaining pin, pull out pin, remove pads. Refit is the reverse.
Thanks all - yeah good guess my spanner monkey skills are zero! See if I cant cock up a few circlips - will have to google them! Have some disc/brake cleaner and as it don't involve a spanner just a rag I can do that too Any excuse to go out and test it when done - suns out!
