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News Brembo To Help Startups Through Its New Venture Capital Arm

Brembo To Help Startups Through Its New Venture Capital Arm

From the company whose specialty is making things stop, this is a rather poetic turn of events.
By Earl Davidson 13 November 2022
News Braking Specialists Galfer Celebrates 70th Anniversary In 2022

Braking Specialists Galfer Celebrates 70th Anniversary In 2022

Recognizing the past and riding to the future.
By Dustin Wheelen 21 February 2022
Technology Brembo Introduces New AI-Equipped Sensify Braking System

Brembo Introduces New AI-Equipped Sensify Braking System

The futuristic tech won’t arrive until 2024.
By Dustin Wheelen 29 October 2021
News Honda CB500 Series In-Line For Component Upgrades In 2022

Honda CB500 Series In-Line For Component Upgrades In 2022

A dual-disc front braking system is on the way.
By Dustin Wheelen 30 July 2021
Technology Brembo Presents New LED Brake Caliper Concept

Brembo Presents New LED Brake Caliper Concept

A mood ring for your moto.
By Dustin Wheelen 06 May 2021
News Brembo Acquires 100 Percent Stake In Spanish Brake Company J.Juan

Brembo Acquires 100 Percent Stake In Spanish Brake Company J.Juan

Bringing its competition to a grinding halt.
By Dustin Wheelen 29 April 2021
Adventure & Dual-Sport SW-Motech Brake Pedal Extensions Are Now Available For More ADVs

SW-Motech Brake Pedal Extensions Are Now Available For More ADVs

On solid footing. 
By Dustin Wheelen 23 February 2021
Cruisers Harley-Davidson Patents Autonomous Braking System With Radar

Harley-Davidson Patents Autonomous Braking System With Radar

Monitoring the road—and you.
By Dustin Wheelen 04 February 2021
Technology Brembo Introduces New And Improved Brake Pad Compound

Brembo Introduces New And Improved Brake Pad Compound

Race-worthy performance for your daily commute.
By Dustin Wheelen 03 February 2021
Industry Brembo Acquires Motorcycle Brake Pad Maker SBS Friction A/S

Brembo Acquires Motorcycle Brake Pad Maker SBS Friction A/S

The Great Italian Brake-Off.
By Janaki Jitchotvisut 19 November 2020
03:22 Racing What Do You Do When Your Brakes Fail At 134 MPH? Jump Ship.

What Do You Do When Your Brakes Fail At 134 MPH? Jump Ship.

Massive crash? Check. Rider OK? Check. Bike engulfed in flames? That, too.
By Janaki Jitchotvisut 24 August 2020
Recalls Recall: 2019 And 2020 BMWs Could Have A Slow Brake Fluid Leak

Recall: 2019 And 2020 BMWs Could Have A Slow Brake Fluid Leak

Affected components will be replaced free of charge.
By Janaki Jitchotvisut 21 August 2020
00:46 News New Galfer Cubiq Brake Discs Should Make Your Bike Stop Faster, Handle Better

New Galfer Cubiq Brake Discs Should Make Your Bike Stop Faster, Handle Better

They're mean-looking, to boot.
By Zac Kurylyk 28 July 2020
Technology The BrakeBuTT Adds Linked Braking To Almost Any Motorcycle

The BrakeBuTT Adds Linked Braking To Almost Any Motorcycle

So you don’t break your butt. Or anything else.
By Justin Kelly 09 April 2020
Ask RideApart Ask RideApart: Is It True You Shouldn't Use The Front Brake?

Ask RideApart: Is It True You Shouldn't Use The Front Brake?

In a word, no.
By Janaki Jitchotvisut 22 October 2019
10:23 Repair and Maintenance Everything You Want To Know About Brake Fluid But Are Afraid To Ask

Everything You Want To Know About Brake Fluid But Are Afraid To Ask

DOT4, DOT5, whatever it takes...
By Kate Murphy 13 September 2019
Recalls Yamaha Recalls R3 For Possibly Fragile Brake Lever

Yamaha Recalls R3 For Possibly Fragile Brake Lever

The levers may have been cast improperly, making them weak and prone to breaking.
By Justin Hughes 12 May 2019
Repair and Maintenance Braided Steel Brake Lines: Why Put Them On My Bike?

Braided Steel Brake Lines: Why Put Them On My Bike?

Because they're pretty! No, wait, there are better answers.
By Kate Murphy 18 April 2019
How To Dr. Moto Presents: Brake Service and Maintenance

Dr. Moto Presents: Brake Service and Maintenance

The one-stop shop for all your brake maintenance needs.
By Dr. Moto 04 December 2018
News Bad Luck Comes In Threes: Brakes, Belts and Drums

Bad Luck Comes In Threes: Brakes, Belts and Drums

Bad Luck Comes In Threes: Brakes, Belts and DrumsBad Luck Comes In Threes: Brakes, Belts and Drums Vintage motorcycles have a way of testing a...
By Panhead Jim 22 July 2016
How To What Common Bike Breakdowns Feel Like

What Common Bike Breakdowns Feel Like

Ever have a problem with unstable steering or the engine cuts out at constant RPM? Find out the causes and how to fix these and other mechanical failures.
By HFL Staff 07 February 2014
How To What To Do When Your Motorcycle’s Brakes Go Out

What To Do When Your Motorcycle’s Brakes Go Out

It may sound super crazy, and extra scary, but — No brakes! — is actually no big deal. Here’s what to do when your motorcycle’s brakes go out.
By HFL Staff 09 January 2014
Motorcycle History Motorcycle History: Brakes

Motorcycle History: Brakes

There are several pinnacles in the history of motorcycle braking systems, most notably the adoption of disc brakes in the '60s then ABS in the late '80s.
By Tim Watson 07 December 2013
How To Best Ways To Improve Braking Performance - From Full Speed To Full Stop

Best Ways To Improve Braking Performance - From Full Speed To Full Stop

Braking performance is one of the most overlooked figures, while also being one of the most important. Here are the best ways to improve braking performance
By Sean MacDonald 07 November 2013
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