Now that I think I have solved the multiplate problem (see multiplate buying thread) its time for winter improvements to the fleet. One of the things I worry about like many others is stopping power for the alphabet twin in modern traffic, I think I have exhausted all the racing, pivot point, clamp up with brake on, turn linings on lathe, etc fiddles that adorn the VOC scene and need something better. Now I know the 8” or the TLS from Holland is the answer but flagship or not I have the fleet to maintain and finances are always strained, so perhaps a disc brake is the answer. (and keep fingers crossed about roadworthiness testing) That solution however while fine for Girdraulics is exacerbated by the fact I have a Brampton front end (No I wont change it) and as I have said before I have seen the bend in the tubes just above the lower forging on Ron Kemps racing Grey flash with standard brakes on AM4 so I worry about going too high with retardation forces
I have seen many small disc units on dirt bikes, which leads me to think perhaps a small disc on both sides might spread the load I also think that if the anchor point(s) were spread further up the tube work, that might help as well. Has anyone with bigger brakes on Bramptons or discs any comments to give? What is the relationship between disc size and retardation force and how do they compare with a 7” standard set up? I am in contemplation mode
I have seen many small disc units on dirt bikes, which leads me to think perhaps a small disc on both sides might spread the load I also think that if the anchor point(s) were spread further up the tube work, that might help as well. Has anyone with bigger brakes on Bramptons or discs any comments to give? What is the relationship between disc size and retardation force and how do they compare with a 7” standard set up? I am in contemplation mode