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Only use original Porsche spare parts when replacing
brake components. If in doubt, contact the Porsche
Bike hotline.

Accelerate your bike and apply the brake until you
have come to a full stop. Repeat the process several
times. Once there are no longer any decreases in the
required hand pressure, the brakes are broken in.

Brakes

The brakes are designed to control your speed and in
some situations, to bring your bike to a sudden stop.
Applying full brakes will shift your weight from the rear
wheel to the front. To prevent the bike from flipping
or the front wheel from slipping, you should shift your
weight to the back of the bike, especially when travel-
ling downhill. When possible, apply both brakes at the
same time. Practice braking on different surfaces in
an area without traffic. Be aware of reduced braking
effectiveness in wet weather conditions and also that
the grip on your tyres becomes less effective over time.
Reduce your speed.

Hydraulic disc brakes are installed on the front and
rear wheel of your bike. Prolonged braking or continual
chafing may cause the brakes on your front fork to
overheat. This may reduce the braking effectiveness or
cause the brake to fail completely and poses a danger
of accident!

To avoid this, do not apply the brakes for prolonged
periods during longer descents; always be sure to
release the brake occasionally. In case of doubt, stop
and allow the brakes to cool off.

Please familiarise yourself with the location of the
left and right brake lever for the front and rear wheel
brake. In countries with right-hand traffic, Porsche
Bikes are shipped such that the left brake lever
controls the front wheel brake and the right the rear
wheel brake. In countries with left-hand traffic,
Porsche Bikes are shipped such that the right brake
lever controls the front bike brake and the left brake
lever the rear wheel brake. Familiarise yourself with
the location of your brakes or ask a bike specialist
to adjust them to suit your needs.

Gradually familiarise yourself with your brakes and
practice applying them on a surface away from traffic.
Proper control of your brakes may avoid accidents.

Your Porsche Bike is equipped with hydraulic
disc brakes. Disc brakes offer superior braking
performance in comparison to rim or drum brakes.
Gradually familiarise yourself with effectiveness
of your disc brakes.

Checking your brakes

The brake lever can be adjusted to your hand size
for improved ergonomics. This can be done using
the T25 Torx screw on your Porsche Bike RS and
Porsche Bike S.

Worn brake pads.

VWorn brake pads negatively

affect braking effectiveness. Once the metallic pad
brake disc holders approach < 1 mm, they must be
replaced in accordance with the brake manufacturer
instructions. Check the wear of the brake pads
on a regular basis and if necessary, replace them
according to the brake manufacturer instructions.

Dirty brake pads and brake discs.

Dirt on brake

pads and brake discs reduces their friction coefficient
and consequently the braking effectiveness. Immedi-
ately replace any dirty brake pads. Clean dirty brake
discs with brake cleaner.

Sudden braking.

Accidentally applying the front

wheel brake may cause a crash. Familiarise yourself
with the location of the front and rear wheel brake
levers.

Water film on the brake disc.

The braking effective-

ness is decreased when cycling in rain and through
water [ e.g. puddles ]. Adjust your speed to accommo-
date for the longer stopping distance.

Toxic liquids.

Brake fluid is toxic and an irritant.

Do not open the brake lines.

Reduced braking effectiveness.

Debris such as

wax, grease or oil on brake pads and discs reduces
the friction coefficient and braking effectiveness
as a result. Make sure that the brakes are free of wax,
grease and oil.

Worn brake components.

Brake pads, brake discs

and hydraulic lines are subject to wear and tear when
used. Have brake pads, brake discs and hydraulic lines
inspected by a bike specialist on a regular basis and, if
necessary, have them replaced.

Leaky brake components.

If there is a leak, brake

fluid may escape, thereby rendering the brakes
useless. Check the brakes and hydraulic lines for
leaks on a regular basis. If brake fluid is leaking,
immediately contact a bike specialist or an authorised
Porsche Centre. Do not ride your Porsche Bike if the
brake components are leaking.

New brake pads must be broken in for optimal braking
effectiveness.

Hot brake components.

The brake disc and brake

calliper heat up when braking. Under these condi-
tions, there is a burn risk if your skin comes in contact
with these components. Let the brake components
cool off before working on them.

Brake fluid damages the surface of the bike and
the components.

Do not open the brake lines.

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