13/03/2012 by info.

Wilwood Engineering has a new range of brake rotors available that feature the company’s proprietary ‘Black Satin’ finish. Wilwood claims the E-coat on its stainless steel rotors offers superior corrosion resistance and uninhibited pad bedding over all conventional zinc or metallic based electro-coatings.

The brake manufacturer states that the satin finish on its rotors provides a protective layer that seals the microscopic surface of the base metal structure, in this case the brake rotor.
Once installed on a bike the first use of the brakes will remove the coating from the braking surface, while the rest of the rotor will remain untouched.

Satin finished Wilwood rotors can be used as a direct replacement with OE calipers or coupled with Wilwood GP calipers and high performance BP-10 compound pads.

WILWOOD ENGINEERING
www.wilwood.com

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24/02/2012 by info.

Brembo, a world leader in brake systems, continues to expand its product offering for the V-Twin market. Brembo took the opportunity of the DealerExpo Show, to introduce a unique, innovative, LED-body radial master cylinder and two new .484 calipers. These innovative products demonstrate Brembo’s commitment to the V-Twin market.

With knowledge gained from years of research and from its many victories in the world of top motorsports competition (in 2011 Brembo-equipped bikes won virtually every race, 55 of 57, in MotoGP, World Superbike and American Superbike), Brembo is able to offer constant innovation with new technologies, materials and designs. The result is the most comprehensive line of high-performance braking systems and components in the world for sport bike, sport naked, V-Twin/custom, cafe racer and off-road markets.

NEW “LED-BODY” RADIAL MASTER CYLINDER

Combining safety with design and style, the “LED-body” is a revolutionary upgrade product that features LED direction indicators on Brembo’s high-performance radial brake master cylinders. This is the first time that the world of brake systems has been combined with the world of luminous warning devices. Brembo has patented two applications of the product: a “direction-indicator” version already on the market and a “beacon” version to go into production for police motorcycles.

NEW RANGE OF .484 CALIPERS

The family of .484 calipers expands into the special world of custom bikes with the .484 custom and a .484 caliper with 108 mm centers. The name “.484″ derives from the displacement of the single calliper pistons, measured in cubic inches, typical of the V-Twin market.

The new .484 custom caliper is made from Racing aluminium and machined using precision CNC equipment. The component is fashioned entirely from billet and the body given a charcoal grey anodized finish. The visual package is completed with the Brembo logo machined in relief and available in either all black or bright aluminium.
The other new calliper in the .484 range aims to meet the needs of diehard enthusiasts looking to improve their brake system’s performance using the standard 108 mm center distance. This caliper is manufactured and finished similar to the .484 custom.

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19/06/2009 by info.

Harley Davidson has issued a recall for over 11 thousand FLSTSB FXSTSSE2 and FXSTSSE3 models for a problem with the brakes. Please read below for further details.

Manufacturer: Harley Davidson
Models affected:
2008-2009 FLSTSB
2008 FXSTSSE2
2009 FXSTSSE3
NHTSA Campaign Number: 09V211000
Potential Units Affected: 11005

Problem: Harley Davidson is recalling 11,005 FLSTSB, FXSTSSE2, and FXSTSSE3 model year 2008 and 2009 motorcycles. The acorn stud at the brake reaction link may fall out during use. If this occurs, the front brake and fender assembly would no longer be adequately retained. This condition could lead to a crash and potential injury to or death of the rider.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the existing acorn stud with a new acorn stud and retaining clip. The recall is expected to begin during June 2009. Owners may contact Harley Davidson at 1-414-343-4056.

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07/03/2008 by info.

Steve Yetzke, President of BDL, has announced that he has struck an agreement with Bill Gardner, President of GMA, to purchase the Omaha, NE, based brake manufacturer.

GMA has been well known in the industry as a leader in brake caliper design and supplier of quality products. The best known GMA product in recent years has been their patented “All in One Brake Pulley Combo”.

Bill Gardner announced late last year that he was planning to retire and get back into custom car and motorcycle building, his first love and hobby. BDL will continue making and marketing the GMA line out of their Orange, CA, facility, marketing the line as “GMA by BDL”.

www.gmabrakes.com

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23/02/2007 by info.

The new Jaybrake six-piston calipers are designed to fit most stock ’00-and-newer Harleys. They are now available with and without radial lines, and for single-disc or dual-disc applications. Adding a Jaybrake six-piston caliper to your stock Harley or custom will improve your braking performance without breaking the bank.

For more information, visit Pro-Street Cycles.

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