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Old 05-17-2011, 02:07 PM   #11
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I think I'll take my rear brake off now
Think of the weight savings there
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Old 05-17-2011, 03:26 PM   #12
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Ask most older cruiser riders and they will tell you they never use the FRONT brakes.
I've seen this in action. Usually involved a tree or some other stationary object...

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Think of the weight savings there
Boo yah!

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Old 05-17-2011, 05:11 PM   #13
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I'll add clean your pistons and calipers to the brake maintenance thing. Good fluid is a must, good pads are a must, but a sticky piston in your caliper will give you fits as well.
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