Re: [ST] RE: Brett - been there

["David W. Funk" <david.funk@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

On Fri, 13 May 2005 07:41:31 +0100, simonb wrote:
[snip]
> The
>trick is to learn to release the brakes when a lock occurs. For this to
>work well you don't want the forks unloading like a pogo stick, it
>upsets the stability. 

I agree whole hartedly

[snip]
>The extra weight of the ST
>transfered to the front forks can make the front end lock up too
>quickly.

I disagree. 
The extra weight transfer does nothing up give added traction to the front 
tire. This could cause problems with rear stablity or front "pogo", but it does 
not make it easier to lock up the front.

David W. Funk
'00 Triumph Sprint ST
Pleasanton, CA



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