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Doctor T
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linked brakes
When did linked brakes come in and what models have it?.
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David.
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Re: linked brakes
Don't know when linked brakes were first introduced but both Hexheads (2007) and Camheads (2012) have them.
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Doctor T
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Re: linked brakes
So my 2007 Hexhead should have then. How can i test them to see if they work?
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Re: linked brakes
Pull the front handbrake lever only and see if any braking force is applied to the rear wheel.Doctor T wrote:How can I test them to see if they work.
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Re: linked brakes
On my last ride, i did feel like both brakes were working when i used only the front lever. My old 2007 must have had the same but i forget the feeling of both brakes working. Funny there are no YT videos showing or explaining this.
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Re: linked brakes
David. wrote: Pull the front handbrake lever only and see if any braking force is applied to the rear wheel.
To do this check I believe you will need to have the ignition switched on, although when I tried it there where some rather unpleasant sounds emitted from under the tank !!.
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David.
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Re: linked brakes
Yes, with the ignition switched on, the ABS motor/pump will be activated to control the braking system.
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Re: linked brakes
Randyjaco wrote: As OP asked, what models have it?
David has given some info but if further details are required you might just have to do some research.
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Re: linked brakes
Randyjaco wrote: As OP asked, what models have it?
All RT models have linked brakes dating back to the R1150rt from around 2000 onwards.
The GS 'is' the better bike :-)
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Doctor T
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Re: linked brakes
I suspect it refers to RS, R models as well within these years. One article i read said it only works from 30 mph upwards. Under that, it's normal brakes. K bikes is different. Their link brake system works at any speed
Trust me I am a retired Doctor and lecturer at Oxford University of Structural and Mechanical/Electrical engineering.
"Blessed are the cracked, for they shall let in the light". Groucho Marx
"Blessed are the cracked, for they shall let in the light". Groucho Marx