Braking, A Habit.

All motorcycles feature an efficient braking unit for both wheels to ensure safety and quick deployment. It is highly critical that the condition of the brakes are checked periodically and regularly to warrant the rider’s safety.

Disc brakes:

There are two important checks that need to be performed to take care of disc brakes:

• It is important to keep a check on the level of braking fluid in the brake-fluid reservoir. The reservoir is located on the handle bar for the front brakes; for the rear disc, it is placed behind the right or left heel plate.
• While topping the brake-fluid reservoir with braking fluid, it is highly recommended to open a brand new container of brake-fluid as it has a penchant for accumulating moisture overtime.
• Take care not to spill the fluid in any of the body panels or metal surfaces of the bike, as the fluid can be extremely corrosive and is capable of severely damaging these components.
• Brake pads need to be checked regularly as they are the components that are exploited the most. It is important not to erode the brake pads until the very edge of the material, as it could severely damage the disc brake rotor which might force you to change the entire brake assembly; this can be quite expensive. 

Drum brakes:

Drum brakes require recurrent attention and can be difficult to work with. The brake shoes require frequent attention as they are prone to damage in a short period of time.

• Worn-out brake shoes cause grinding or squealing noises. Brakes tend to squeak due to accumulation of dust and dirt inside the drum brakes or due to lack of lubrication. Cleaning the brakes using a soft, dry cloth can solve this.
• It is important to know when the brake pads need changing. If the pedal is too hard to push rather than spongy and smooth, then it is an indication that the brake pads need changing. If the pads are too thin, then metal against metal contact could quite possibly ruin the rotors.

Brakes are instrumental to make certain of your safety while driving. Hence, it is imperative that they are maintained in good working condition.