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**satyenpoojary** · 05-05-2010, 07:10 PM

Also another thing, you dont slam on the brakes, rather you pump them to action.
When you want to slow down try doing so by using the brake atleast thrice, something like the firt plunge be a low, then a medium bite and then the high bite. That will cut down the speed and will help you still be in control.

**nipunblaze135LS** · 05-05-2010, 07:41 PM

@parth
Please dont panic while braking.
and do not break while taking a sharp turn.

If you have any problem i can help you you can come over to my place or i can come to yours.

**akmaintu** · 05-05-2010, 07:55 PM

Originally posted by DEvIl$ LAir View Post

Hi dude,
Apart from the points mentioned above by all the fellow xbhpians i would also like to add that you shld use engine braking especially while entering into a corner. If you are in third downshift to second and then you will gain much better control. I always downshift before entering into a corner so that there is better control. Remember engine braking is smoother and better than abrupt application of disc brakes unless there is an emergency

hi parth
he is right, you shud use engine braking. you will definitely have more confidence while cornering.

**abhijeet080808** · 05-05-2010, 09:12 PM

Originally posted by Puneet1 View Post

while leaning use only rear brake . use only 3 fingers and not full hand so u dont grab the lever hard .

I would say use only 1 finger to start off with. And try and pump the brake. Prevents skidding.

**Parth** · 05-05-2010, 09:24 PM

Originally posted by prateek2210 View Post

@parth : You seem too excited on getting a bike and its normal but remember not to panic.
As all have said here try normal braking first and always keep two fingers on the front brake lever. I won't recommend leaning and engine braking at such an early stage, but its for sure that with time you will learn them.

Two fingers.......got it

Thanks

One more thing (my opinion) run in of the bike does helps the rider to get accustomed to the ride. As you would be following the run in methods and would be below a particular rpm mark, your speed would be in control, thus giving you enough time to think and brake.

I hope so too........and the fact that the brakes would need running in too is kinda good for me....it'll take more effort to jam 'em......and with 2 fingers....I think I could manage

Originally posted by satyenpoojary View Post

Also another thing, you dont slam on the brakes, rather you pump them to action.
When you want to slow down try doing so by using the brake atleast thrice, something like the firt plunge be a low, then a medium bite and then the high bite. That will cut down the speed and will help you still be in control.

Pump the brakes....1.2.3. Got it. Thanks

Originally posted by nipunblaze135LS View Post

@parth
Please dont panic while braking.
and do not break while taking a sharp turn.

If you have any problem i can help you you can come over to my place or i can come to yours.

Not to panic...and cut speed off while taking a turn. Got it. Yeah I'll need that session......maybe at the g2g on 16th.......

Originally posted by abhijeet080808 View Post

I would say use only 1 finger to start off with. And try and pump the brake. Prevents skidding.

Pump the brakes....and down to 1 finger....O.T. will the bike be offended if I use the middle finger??

Sorry had to get that out:P

@all........thank you guys.......never expected such a response....thanks again

**Huzee** · 05-06-2010, 09:33 AM

Originally posted by Parth View Post

I learnt to ride on a friend's runned down discover. It practically had no brakes at all (almost had a major accident with a truck due to that). Now that I can ride I've come to notice that I'm very comfortable with drum brakes but when I ride a bike equipped with disks, I tend to grab that right lever and the bike jams....This is a really big issue as I do this really really often and there hasn't been even a single time that I've ridden a disc euipped bike and she hasn't brought me down. I can manage braking in straights (when I'm braking to slow down and the road ahead is straight and there are no immediate turns) but every time I'm taking a corner(I tend to lean......I find it rally hard to take a corner without leaning on two wheels), and I want to slow down (maybe I'm going in too fast or I see someone coming from the other side) , I grab that disc brake and the bike and I go down

This is a really realy irritating habit and I don't know how to get rid of it Add to that I don't know how to use disc-brake while taking a 90 degree turn and I have the delivery of my bike(R15) scheduled in 9 days. I'm excited about the delivery but at the same time really worried as I have to ride her home for at 10-15 km and I don't know how to take a corner on a disc equipped bike.

Can anyone help me by telling me what is the best way to use disc brakes while cornering(little bit of leaning.....I'm no peg scraper).

PS: I'll be the one bringing her home.......letting a friend who know how to handle discs is NOT an option.

u just need to get attuned to a disc bike... I was driving my old n trustworthy suzuki shogun, a 110cc bike with drum brakes... and just recently bought a P220, its been two weeks now... initially I was apprehensive too, on handling the discs, so I avoided the much more powerfull front brakes and got used to the rear disc's only... during the run in period I was driving at less than 50kmph, so it was fine... but now I find using the disc's very convienient and safe, though I too tend to brake hard on the front lever as I am used to my old bike, I leart using only one or two fingers as many have written above, and now I can handle the 220 like a pro

maybe pro is pushing it

more like a pro novice

so dont worry, u'll get used to her, it will take a little time n patience... and dont panic, and drive slow... at least initially then rip her up once u get used to her

**rags** · 05-07-2010, 02:37 AM

Originally posted by Parth View Post

I learnt to ride on a friend's runned down discover. It practically had no brakes at all (almost had a major accident with a truck due to that). Now that I can ride I've come to notice that I'm very comfortable with drum brakes but when I ride a bike equipped with disks, I tend to grab that right lever and the bike jams....This is a really big issue as I do this really really often and there hasn't been even a single time that I've ridden a disc euipped bike and she hasn't brought me down. I can manage braking in straights (when I'm braking to slow down and the road ahead is straight and there are no immediate turns) but every time I'm taking a corner(I tend to lean......I find it rally hard to take a corner without leaning on two wheels), and I want to slow down (maybe I'm going in too fast or I see someone coming from the other side) , I grab that disc brake and the bike and I go down

This is a really realy irritating habit and I don't know how to get rid of it Add to that I don't know how to use disc-brake while taking a 90 degree turn and I have the delivery of my bike(R15) scheduled in 9 days. I'm excited about the delivery but at the same time really worried as I have to ride her home for at 10-15 km and I don't know how to take a corner on a disc equipped bike.

Can anyone help me by telling me what is the best way to use disc brakes while cornering(little bit of leaning.....I'm no peg scraper).

PS: I'll be the one bringing her home.......letting a friend who know how to handle discs is NOT an option.

Depending on how the brake was set up on your friend's Discover you probably had to squeeze in the lever quite a bit before the brakes started to act and you're carrying the same habit when using disc brakes. On disc brakes with new pads the lever travel is not much and you need only a gentle squeeze for the brakes to start acting. It always helps to be progressive on the brakes and not grab them.

As others have already pointed out its always good to get into the right speed and gear before you get into a corner and avoid using brakes mid corner but if you have to use them at all then straighten the bike as you're braking. That will help with maintaining traction and help avoid a spill. BTW you HAVE to lean into a corner on a motorcycle .. there is no other way you can do it!

**neon** · 05-08-2010, 09:11 PM

To Brake or not to Brake it all in the Head, there are only 3 places i am scared during baking....

1. during Rainy Season
2. When there is mud on the Street
3. During highway intersection.

It about being judgmental,

but i want to brake i either use the front rear & engine brake depending upon the situation

& also sometimes my foot ... just incase i(bike) slides during braking !!!

**sen2693** · 08-16-2016, 04:45 PM

Rear Disc or Drum Brakes

HI,

I want to know whether it is good to have rear disc or drum brakes? Disc brakes generally tend to skid on wet roads or on mud when used on front tyres. Would that be the case when we apply disc brakes on rear tyres?

If it is a bike specific thing, then I am talking about Gixxer 155 .

Thanks in advance

**prateek2210** · 08-17-2016, 12:31 AM

Re: Rear Disc or Drum Brakes

Originally posted by sen2693 View Post

HI,

I want to know whether it is good to have rear disc or drum brakes? Disc brakes generally tend to skid on wet roads or on mud when used on front tyres. Would that be the case when we apply disc brakes on rear tyres?

If it is a bike specific thing, then I am talking about Gixxer 155 .

Thanks in advance

Its the tyre that skids , not the disc . One has to use 60-40 front rear brake ratio, Google it.
A hard compound tyre will anyhow loose traction under hard braking on wet surface

**Bhpzz** · 08-17-2016, 01:08 AM

Re: Rear Disc or Drum Brakes

Originally posted by sen2693 View Post

HI,

I want to know whether it is good to have rear disc or drum brakes? Disc brakes generally tend to skid on wet roads or on mud when used on front tyres. Would that be the case when we apply disc brakes on rear tyres?

If it is a bike specific thing, then I am talking about Gixxer 155 .

Thanks in advance

It's always better to go with disc brakes.. Because with disk brake you have an idea of wheel is wheel is about to lock or how much more the brakes can be applied.. Currently I own two bikes and both with rear brakes.. I would always suggest you to go with disc brakes option by spending few thousands more.. And you will thank me later

**Ankey** · 08-17-2016, 03:42 PM

Re: Rear Disc or Drum Brakes

Originally posted by sen2693 View Post

HI,

I want to know whether it is good to have rear disc or drum brakes? Disc brakes generally tend to skid on wet roads or on mud when used on front tyres. Would that be the case when we apply disc brakes on rear tyres?

If it is a bike specific thing, then I am talking about Gixxer 155 .

Thanks in advance

Discs over drums anyday.
Any tire will skid on wet roads if the brakes are jammed. Ride responsibly and be extra cautious when the road is wet. Do not over speed and you will be fine on wet roads.
To be on the safer side, use both the brakes at the same time to get the best results.
Take your time to learn how your bike behaves when you apply the brakes, know your and your bike's limits and remain in those limits.
Ride safe.

**ajextreme** · 08-21-2016, 02:05 AM

Re: New to Disk Brakes

Just adding to the above conversation:
Disc or drum shouldn't matter. You should always be in control of the machine. Riding a bike is always about being judgmental about your surroundings and situations. So don't worry or over-think this issue.
Like many have suggested, you will get used to it. Just have some patience. I never had any doubt's while switching over from drums to disc brakes. Just believe in yourself. If you can handle the bike, then braking also is not an issue. I believe if you can put the bike in a position you are confident in, then brakes are just a handy tool be it disc or drum.
So relax guys, we have all been there. Its nothing to worry about. Just give your self time and have patience. Take it easy the first few days. With days behind you, it will become cakewalk.
Just one piece of advice: Don't just clutch the brakes and hold on forever. Tap and Release. Keep tapping until you are in control and then you can jam it for a bit longer and then release. I know it sounds kiddish. But that's how I do it in emergency. In other situations I am in control. So hence no problems there so far.

**Newbie650** · 08-30-2016, 02:44 PM

Re: New to Disk Brakes

Lot of advice already and all of them are good. Nothing new from me just that my own experience, when I had handled a P150 first time (it was launched), I encountered disc brakes first time in my life. Obliviously, as a habit I pulled the brake and it gave me the horrifying jerk.

It was only one time, since then never used any and directly used in N650 as an owner, not only front but rear too. Did it gave me sleepless night? Not a bit, cause of only one thing, that anticipate things before it actually happens and take necessary precaution before hand. Owner manual talk about engine braking, and needless to say it is the best form of braking in the bikes in all kind of extreme riding condition, e.g. slippery surfaces or gavels. This need to be mastered as incorrect speed and downshift may result in rear wheel skidding off the surface.

Use one finger or many, just don't pull the leaver but press. There is a difference in pull and press, i.e. pressure has to be gradual, which you can only apply when you are cool minded and not thinking about braking but riding.

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