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Old 05-20-2004, 07:03 AM
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Default Carbon or Metal Disk Brake?

I am tring to decide between keeping the stock r40 metal brake disk or go with a carbon. Am i going to notice a increase in braking power?
Old 05-20-2004, 03:57 PM
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Default RE: Carbon or Metal Disk Brake?

I doubt it...I dont see why you would. Im thinking of getting some titanium disc brakes from Hardcore racing but at 45 bucks there a little expensive.
Carbon fiber is lighter, however the disc brake is such a small component that you wont notice any significant increase. Would look cool though!
Old 05-20-2004, 06:31 PM
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well is it only 3$ so i think ill try it, cant go wrong for that price
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Default RE: Carbon or Metal Disk Brake?

true...and if your has an increase in brake power let me know.
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Default RE: Carbon or Metal Disk Brake?

you are getting also less rottating mass

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