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Technical tips, maintenance and braking system news

In the NG Brakes blog you will find technical content, practical guides and updates related to motorcycle brake discs, braking system maintenance and riding safety. As brake disc manufacturers since 1969, we share our expertise to help you understand how braking works and how to improve its performance and reliability.

We publish articles on how to choose brake discs for motorcycles, when to replace brake discs or pads, the differences between wave brake discs and solid brake discs, as well as recommendations for road, off-road and racing use. We also cover topics related to ATVs, quads, UTVs, mopeds and bicycles, adapting each piece of content to its specific application.

In this space, you will find maintenance tips, technical explanations about materials, wear and safety, and product updates developed by our engineering team. Our goal is to provide clear and useful information for both end users and industry professionals, reinforcing the technical expertise that defines NG Brakes as a reference in braking systems.



Motorcycle Gear: Law or Common Sense?

Tips
15/11/2018
Is it the law or simply common sense that makes us reflect on a crucial issue for motorcyclists: proper riding gear. The law clearly requires the use of a helmet, an obvious safety measure that saves…

EICMA 2018 Milan: from November 6th to 11th

Events
06/11/2018
The doors are now open for the 76th International Motorcycle Exhibition, better known as EICMA Milan, which will welcome visitors from November 6th to November 11th, 2018. NG Brakes will once again…

Microcracks in Brake Discs: Why Do They Appear?

Tips
18/10/2018
We constantly analyze every element involved in the braking process of a motorcycle, and most of the time, the components that attract our attention are the brake pads and the discs. In this…

Floating Brake Disc: What Exactly Is It?

Product
11/10/2018
We often hear about the floating brake disc in motorcycles, but not everyone really knows what this term means or what its purpose is. We are all used to seeing standard brake discs — those made in…
NG Brakes Wall Clock Giveaway

NG Brakes Wall Clock Giveaway

Events
05/10/2018
At NG Brakes we are launching a brand new website, and to celebrate this special moment, we want to share it with you. Become the winner of a gift made especially for true motor enthusiasts. We have…

How to Brake Safely on a Motorcycle

Tips
20/09/2018
We don’t have the perfect manual on how to avoid sudden or dangerous braking, but with a few practical tips it is possible to brake safely in most situations. First of all, experience makes a huge…

NG Brakes launches its new website

News and updates
14/09/2018
Hello readers! A few days ago at NG Brakes we officially launched our brand new website, and we would like to share with you some of the main updates and improvements so you don’t miss a thing. …
Inca Challenge 2018: Training for the Dakar

Inca Challenge 2018: Training for the Dakar

Competition
12/09/2018
Another event organized under the Dakar Series banner will take place from the 13th to the 16th of September, crossing the Peruvian dunes. The Inca Challenge 2018 is especially significant, since the…

How to know when to change brake discs?

Tips
31/08/2018
Even if you search and search online, you will find countless articles about when to change the brake discs on a motorcycle or quad, but most of them will not explain what disc manufacturers actually…

Desafío Ruta 40 – Argentina: a thrilling adventure

Competition
24/08/2018
Covering nearly 5,300 kilometers, the Desafío Ruta 40 – Argentina will take place from August 25th to 31st. This is a fully off-road race that crosses four Argentine provinces, following a route…
Formula Student. Do you know what it is?

Formula Student. Do you know what it is?

Competition
13/08/2018
The current Formula Student has its origins in the early 1980s at the University of Texas in Austin, United States. It was born as Formula SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) and later evolved into…
Monster Energy Grand Prix of the Czech Republic

Monster Energy Grand Prix of the Czech Republic

Competition
02/08/2018
This Sunday, August 5th, the Monster Energy Grand Prix of the Czech Republic will take place. In another post we talked about the Red Bull KTM Ajo, the team we proudly sponsor, which will be…
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