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Practical guides to care for and optimize your motorcycle’s braking performance

The Tips section of the NG Brakes blog is designed to help you better understand how the braking system works and how to keep it in optimal condition for safety and performance. Here you will find practical recommendations on the use, maintenance, and proper selection of motorcycle brake discs.

We publish guides on when to replace brake discs or pads, how to detect wear, vibrations, or loss of efficiency, and which factors contribute to safe and stable braking. We also address common questions related to daily riding, city, road, or off-road use, and the impact of riding style on the lifespan of the braking system.

As brake disc manufacturers since 1969, we share our technical expertise to offer clear and reliable advice for both individual riders and workshops or professionals. The goal of this section is to help you improve the safety, performance, and durability of your brakes through information that is easy to understand and apply in everyday use.


Recommendations for Riding Your Motorcycle in Winter

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21/12/2021
Winter is already here, and with it come low temperatures and harsh weather conditions. That’s why during this time of year you should pay special attention to your riding, so that cold, rain, or…

Can I Ride a Motorcycle with a Sidecar with My License?

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10/12/2021
Motorcycles with sidecars became popular in the 1950s thanks to the practicality of adding an extra passenger to the bike. Nowadays, although their use has decreased almost to the point of…

Trail Riding: Mastering the Art of Off-Road Motorcycling

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29/09/2021
Trail motorcycles were designed for true off-road riding in the strictest sense of the word. Asphalt, dirt, mud, sand, steep climbs, long straight paths, dry terrain, rain… In short, ground…

What Is the Fading Effect?

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21/09/2021
Brake fading is a phenomenon that, if you’ve ever experienced it, your heart has probably responded with an instant rush of panic — and it’s something you will never forget. The dreaded fading…

Travelling by Motorcycle Through Reading

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25/08/2021
Travelling by Motorcycle Through Reading Travelling with your imagination, living the adventures of others who were lucky enough to take the most desired journey, or simply enjoying a pleasant…

Planning a Motorcycle Trip?

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19/08/2021
Little by little, we’re starting to make plans again. Some of us are thinking about shorter routes, closer to home, while others — more optimistic — are already dreaming of longer adventures in both…

Brake Hoses: A Component Worth Paying Attention To

Tips
01/07/2021
In many of our technical articles , we often describe the braking system as a set of components that work together to ensure maximum efficiency when it comes to stopping your motorcycle. Beyond the…

Bad Riding Habits That Can Cause Accidents

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28/05/2021
The vast majority of drivers, regardless of the type of vehicle they use, make mistakes almost every day. The rules and habits learned while studying for a driving licence are quickly forgotten, and…

How to Maintain Proper Riding Posture on a Motorcycle

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18/03/2021
A rider’s posture on a motorcycle — and the way different parts of the body are positioned — is directly related to safety. In addition to posture, attitude also plays a key role. Any ride, no…

Counterfeit Helmets: Your Safety Is at Risk

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10/03/2021
One of the most important elements for the safety and physical integrity of any motorcyclist is, without a doubt, the helmet. The market offers a wide variety of motorcycle helmet brands and…

Motorcycle Airbags: An Extra Safety Boost

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15/01/2021
As manufacturers of high-quality brake discs — an essential component in any motorcycle braking system — and fully committed to everything related to rider safety, in this article we are going to…

Four Important Signs Among Motorcyclists

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30/10/2020
Four Important Signs Among Motorcyclists Many readers of this blog are probably already familiar with the most common signs and gestures used among bikers. However, there is a growing number of…
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