31-03-13, 03:43 AM
(31-03-13, 12:52 AM)Stedman8 link Wrote: Has anyone any idea on how long a new disc would last before it needed replacing - I know they'll be variations like how hard you are on your brakes, conditions they are used in ,summer or winter use etc but what parameters are we talking given normal road riding in decent conditions and say 10,000 miles a year or is it the case that when it needs changing it needs changing :lol
Well if its a Cop that I know, his discs would last about 100,000 miles. This guy is an excellent pilot and uses about 95% engine braking. I could be up behind him for 2-3 hours of hard riding, and you'd only see his brake light come on only a handful of times.