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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.


Wide Tires on Motorcycles: Advantages and Drawbacks

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16/10/2020
Fitting wide tires on certain types of motorcycles represents an aesthetic change that enhances the bike’s lines and gives it a very balanced stance, transmitting a visual robustness that turns many…

The Tire: Just as Important as the Brakes

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18/09/2020
The debate that isn’t really a debate: what matters more when braking, a good tire or a good braking system? The answer is simple: they are complementary. Having both your tires and brakes in good…

Tips for Riding with Underage Passengers

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20/08/2020
Motorcycles are increasingly becoming an extremely useful vehicle for all kinds of daily travel. Whether for leisure or commuting, more and more new riders join the two-wheel world every day. As a…

How to React to a Flat Tire While Riding

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11/08/2020
One of the most stressful situations a motorcyclist can face is losing control of the bike due to a sudden puncture. We say “puncture,” but it may also be an unexpected loss of air pressure or even a…

ow to Deal with Crosswinds on a Motorcycle

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24/07/2020
You should never underestimate windy conditions. Wind is one of a motorcyclist’s greatest enemies. Its force and sudden changes in direction can easily cause a scare, and in the worst case, an…

Electric Motorcycles: The New Mobility

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14/07/2020
Today, anyone walking through a large city will witness a constant flow of silent electric motorcycles. New mobility is steadily gaining ground, and as a result, nearly all major brands— along with…

Tips for Riding a Motorcycle Safely at Night

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11/06/2020
The vast majority of motorcycle riders have had to ride at night at some point, even if only for a short trip due to circumstances. It is a tense moment that we may not always give much importance…

How to Prepare for a Desert Crossing by Motorcycle

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28/05/2020
Although the title speaks of a desert motorcycle crossing and most people might immediately imagine rolling dunes of sand, the reality is that you will encounter an extremely hostile terrain:…
Motorcycling Video Games

Motorcycling Video Games

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14/05/2020
Motorcycling video games hold an important place in the lives of many fans. The world of motorcycles has its own space within the virtual version of our lives. There are motorcycle games in almost…

Preventive Measures for Motorcyclists

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07/05/2020
Preventive Measures for Motorcyclists The world has changed — and we all know it. The emergence of the COVID-19 virus, lethal in many cases and declared a pandemic due to its spread and virulence,…

Off-Road Riding Techniques

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28/04/2020
This article is not meant to be a technical riding manual for off-road motorcycles, but it can certainly serve as a general reminder of key details to keep in mind every time we take our enduro or…

Warning Signs of a Brake Problem

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08/04/2020
Attention! There are certain warning signs we must take very seriously — and no, we’re not referring to traffic signals or dashboard warning lights. We mean those unusual sensations you may feel…
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