Just been out on my 2001 (or is it 2000?) Bip for the first time this year - jesus wept the brakes are dreadful.
I can't decide whether they've deteriorated over winter or i've just realised how bad they really are as the last bike I rode is my new ZX6 track bike with radial stoppers which are incredible.
What pads have ppl. upgraded to, or are the 4 pad Brembos a worthwhile upgrade!
I've recently upgraded the brakes on my 916sps to 19mm radial master cylinder and new P4 calipers. This was a Ducati upgrade kit which also included two clip ons and new reservoir, etc. .....what a difference it has made. It's like learning to ride a new bike and last week, whilst on my 996, I could n't believe how dreadful the brakes seemed in comparision. I would wholeheartedly recommend the upgrade kit.
i have a set of 4 pad callipers sat spare on my shelf and keep think of sticking them on but to be honest its the back brake thats crap! its that bad i might just throw away the lever.
P4 calipers are an effective (& relativley cheap) option. The brakes on my 888 were appalling, and have just fitted brembo cast iron full floaters and a brembo radial master cylinder, and the difference is incredible..even with 'average' pads.
Everyone should have a brembo radial MC !- there just brilliant and look trick (see pic!)
I have the 96823402B ducati performance SBK radial upgrade kits here..consisting of a 19x20 radial master cylinder, braided hose kit, and the pressure switch to operate the brake light. List is £456.12...if you want one ill do it for £250...U2U if interested
Weeksy - get the proper ducati item - part number 96818500b...£28 which is specifically recommended for the brembo MC. There are some cheaper versions (around £20) but they are not as well made..and for the sake of £8 id always go genuine. Nat