Ungrade the brakes on 79

[Juiced]

Greetings!

I am racing in a vintage series with a 79 F (converted to a Factory R) and am looking for a good upgrade/swap for the braking system.

Are there any upgrades for the brakes or rotors that still look period correct (that is a loose statement)
but do a better job? Lighter items would help too.

Thanks!

 

[dirtdigger]

You already have the better later front end and brakes compared to the old 750. I use the same front end and brake on my hardtail. I would have the rotors drilled if not done already. Running two front brakes? I have seen guys put late model sport bike calipers and big rotors on but a lot of fab time to build brackets to mount the calipers and getting the rotors spaced right.

 

[Juiced]

Thanks for the info. I have been looking for a set of drilled rotors, but may have to send the set off.

Ed

 

[dirtdigger]

If you have the time and a drill press you could drill them yourself. They dont drill to bad if you have good bits.

 

[Juiced]

If you have the time and a drill press you could drill them yourself. They dont drill to bad if you have good bits.

I have one, but the only issue with that is I will be going over 100 MPH on a regular basis so balancing is critical.

 

[dirtdigger]

If you have an accurate symmetrical hole pattern it should stay balanced but I understand your concern.

 

[Juiced]

 

[Travis]

Nice picture! Have any more? Where do you race?

 

[Juiced]

We race in the South east, Savannah, Atlanta.etc.

 

[Travis]

Very nice. I just saw your other thread. Very curious about your bike! I may have lots of questions in your other thread!