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Posted by Bucko
- September 29, 2021, 19:34:06 PMQuote from: chief on September 23, 2021, 22:07:39 PMYea, that's a bit odd - or maybe it isn't. At one time I think MFR used less grabby pads on the rear to make it more difficult to lock up the rear tire??The OEM part number for 99/00 REAR pads is different from the 01-later. But aftermarket pad makers use the same pads for all years... if that makes sense.
Quote from: chief on September 23, 2021, 22:07:39 PMYea, I need to take a look over the winter. I will put on SS lines at some point. One issue I do have, and maybe it's normal on the 99's (but I doubt it), is the pivot shaft for the brake pedal is really wobbly in it's hole. So, when pressing on the brake pedal, a portion of the initial pedal travel is simply taken up by the pedal 'twisting'. (I have a similar problem with the kickstand bolt hole being wallowed out - making the kickstand stick out further than it should when deployed - Not sure how I'm going to fix that one - maybe weld up and drill a new hole),I don't think braking is different between years, so it really has to be something in the braking system... Pads, bleeding/air, rotors within specs, brake cylinders inspection/rebuild.
Posted by Bucko
- September 29, 2021, 19:25:41 PMQuote from: Highc5555 on September 29, 2021, 04:20:15 AMNot easy if you're planning on keeping the drifter front fender.I was thinking for along the lines of dual rotor front brakes...
Posted by Troll
- September 29, 2021, 04:22:48 AMWell, that can't happen.
Posted by Highc5555
- September 29, 2021, 04:20:15 AMI was thinking for along the lines of dual rotor front brakes...
Posted by gwilki
- September 25, 2021, 12:34:55 PMI replaced the 22-year old rubber brake lines with stainless steel. It's just seat of the pants observation, but I believe the brakes, particularly the rear, are much better. I'm sure that others here will say that it's not possible, but since you are looking for options, I believe that new lines are one to think about.
Posted by chief
- September 23, 2021, 22:07:39 PMHere is some info which may help with brake pads.
The OEM part number for 99/00 REAR pads is different from the 01-later. But aftermarket pad makers use the same pads for all years... if that makes sense.
I don't think braking is different between years, so it really has to be something in the braking system... Pads, bleeding/air, rotors within specs, brake cylinders inspection/rebuild.
Posted by Bucko
- September 23, 2021, 18:30:50 PMQuote from: chief on September 22, 2021, 15:45:37 PMAgreed. Having said that. The brakes on my 01 are better than the brakes on the 99 (which are still good enough). I assume it's different pads, however the work invoice I got from the PO shows the 99 has the same pads (double sintered) as the 01 - I need to verify that sometime. I flushed both front rear of the 99 when I picked it up and the front improved dramatically but the rear (which is exceptionally stong on my 01) didn't improve with the flush.I would suggest you have a look at the brake pads first, and then check out the brake system itself. I've found the braking to be good on my 2002.
Posted by chief
- September 22, 2021, 15:45:37 PMQuote from: Highc5555 on September 22, 2021, 10:28:20 AMDoes anyone know if there is a brake upgrade I can put on my 99 Drifter? I'm a big guy and I find the braking leaves something to be desired when decelerating from highway speeds. thanks in advance.
I would suggest you have a look at the brake pads first, and then check out the brake system itself. I've found the braking to be good on my 2002.
Posted by Highc5555
- September 22, 2021, 10:28:20 AMDoes anyone know if there is a brake upgrade I can put on my 99 Drifter? I'm a big guy and I find the braking leaves something to be desired when decelerating from highway speeds. thanks in advance.