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Use both together and progressively, adapting force to conditions and the manufacturer’s instructions.
Use both brakes together, smoothly and progressively, adapting force to grip, load and the manufacturer’s instructions. Braking transfers load forwards, but this does not mean always applying a fixed force percentage to each control. Each brake’s contribution varies with the motorcycle and conditions. Do not confuse an indicative braking proportion with the pressure to apply in every circumstance. Combined systems and ABS have their own characteristics and do not remove grip limitations.
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Use both together and progressively, adapting force to conditions and the manufacturer’s instructions.
Always apply exactly half the force to each control, regardless of grip.
Always apply exactly 70% of the force to the rear and 30% to the front.
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