[Black Diamond Bill]

Hey guys, I've searched on the net as well as this forum, short of brake pads, are their brake system upgrades recommended as it relates to the calibers / discs or does a good set of pads take care of it?? Thanks much

 

[Black Diamond Bill]

Not many GS users complain that the brakes are not powefull enough. With street tires, on clean asphalt, I can do a stoppie with 2 fingers (I have replaced the original levers by short ones, just because I like it that way).

Change your oil, bleed properly (can be tricky because of the ABS)
Check your discs for bluing/discoloration/out of round/out of specs, replace BOTH if necessary.
Put good quality brake pads BOTH sides.

You should be good to go... and to stop.

Thanks much for the feedback, what about rear shocks, do you have much experience with them? I’ve talked to and strongly considering the Tractive Shock from the Beemer Shop for $1K. Haven’t been able to find good comparisons, unless the Tractive is just that good of a solution. I have a 2009 GSA

 

[Black Diamond Bill]

At twelve years old I suggest you disassemble and clean your calipers. If needed, replace the o'rings and maybe even the pistons.

Thanks for the input Kevin, is there a video out there in caliber overhaul? I recently purchased the bike with 11K miles on it from one owner who kept it garaged. After receiving I had local dealer do complete inspection plus the brake flush. Almost 14k on it now -

 

[Black Diamond Bill]

There probably are some videos on rebuilding calipers but I haven’t looked for them. At such a low mileage I would probably just give them a good cleaning with a toothbrush and clean brake fluid. Great find, by the way.

Hey, thanks very much, best bike I’ve owned and the main reason I got it was due to my height at 6’5” with a 38” inseam. Really enjoying it... Can’t find peg lowering kits though, for this year -