opinions please

Ok here's what I need a little input on. I've changed over the forks on the '83 and put on R1 calipers. And they worked very well in Cody and over the BearTooth. I'm thinking about using an HH brake pad on the right caliper and a sinistered on the left. I do have one set of HHs, but thought I'd ask for some input before going out and buying something for the left. The HH will definately increase left stopping power, but do I need it on both sides?? Whatcha think.

Do you still have the linked system? Or did you tie together the fronts?

I would do both sides. I say get all the stopping power you can. You never know when it might save your life.

Do you still have the linked system? Or did you tie together the fronts?

No the system is still linked... That's kinda why I'm wondering if I need an HH on the left side since I'm braking with the front and back??

I'd be inclined to use the same pads on the rear and left front. Mismatching them could change the "balance" on the rear brake.

I'm kind of with Carl on this one. I think I would use the better grabbing pads on just the front brake and use the same type on the linked ones. I really like a good feeling front brake.

I started with the HH on the right front when I started rebuilding my calipers. Liked the feel of it so much I did both front and rear on the linked system. AND then I added the SS lines.

But for my 2 cents.....always match the linked brakes with the same pads.

Hey Jack,

I think it is an excellent Idea to match the pads on the two calipers that are linked. If you want to take the braking to the next level, then delink the front brakes from the rear. Stainless lines are iceing on the cake with this mod. If you need a list of parts or pics for the delink, let me know, I'd be happy to help!

Earl

I would change them all out to HH. I have a 89 that I rebuilt the stock calipers and master cylinders and changed out all hydraulic line to SS for Buckeye Performance. It has made a big difference on stopping as I can lock up both wheels if I am not careful. Luckily I took the advance safety class after the upgrade and was able to practice my braking under controled conditions and got the feel for what I need to do.

Go with HH all around and I think you wont regret it.

Rick F.

Hey Jack,

I think it is an excellent Idea to match the pads on the two calipers that are linked. If you want to take the braking to the next level, then delink the front brakes from the rear. Stainless lines are iceing on the cake with this mod. If you need a list of parts or pics for the delink, let me know, I'd be happy to help!

Earl

The stainless lines are something I've wanted to do.....but I just can't justify the bucks they want for the lines..... The 4 piston R1 calipers definitely make a huge difference. I just think using HH's all around might do more harm than good by making the system too powerfull causing the brakes to lock up easier in a panic situation. Not that I'd ever get into an OS situation....

What year R1 Calipers can we use and are they a direct Bolt-on?? Saw some not long ago but passed on them. Couldn't remember years that fit.

What year R1 Calipers can we use and are they a direct Bolt-on?? Saw some not long ago but passed on them. Couldn't remember years that fit.

The R1's from about 1999 to 2003 are a direct bolt on for the MarkII's. On the MKI's you will need to swap out the forks and rotors with MKII's.

R6's can be used also cant remember years though.

R6's can be used also cant remember years though.

I both put on stainless lines and removed the hydraulic dampers on mine around 2002 or 3. It made a very big difference in the way the bike stopped. After that I could never understand why people would want to change their front end for the newer brakes as mine worked so well.This past spring I put on a front end from an 87 with very low miles for the electric dampers. With the newer brakes that I have now, I don't think it stops quite as well. I am using the pads that came with new forks so that could be the difference. I don't know.

Dick