Brakes are the most important component of a motorcycle because they control and stop the speed of a moving vehicle. No matter how high the performance of the engine and chassis, it is impossible to extract the true performance of the motorcycle without brakes that are controllable and can stop the motorcycle firmly.
That's why we asked Mr. Fabio Casablanca, Representative Director of Brembo Japan, to talk about Brembo, a company that is known as a synonym for high-performance brakes for both motorcycles and automobiles.
Direct sensation of grabbing the disc with your own hands
Brembo radial master cylinders were originally designed for MotoGP and other racing motorcycles, but over the past decade or so they have become widely used in production supersports and naked models.
One of the best features is the direct feel of the brakes, as if the brake calipers are directly connected to your fingertips. The caliper is often the focus of attention, but in fact, it is only when combined with the master cylinder that the ultimate in braking power can be achieved.
The 19RCS brake master cylinder is equipped with Brembo's patented RCS (Ratio Click System) device, which allows the brake lever pivot to be set to either 18 mm or 20 mm by simply rotating a roller cam positioned in front of the lever pivot.
19RCS Brake Master Cylinder
Reference price 48,000 yen (52,800 yen including tax)
When operating the RCS, the color of the pivot section changes to red or black for the 18mm and 20mm lever ratios, respectively, so you can tell at a glance which setting you are currently in.
Flagship master cylinder "Corsa Corta".
Brembo's flagship master cylinder, the Corsa Corta, is made using actual technology accumulated through the development of brakes for MotoGP machines. A master cylinder for the clutch side as well as the brake side has been introduced, and by incorporating both, the best performance can be obtained.
19RCS Corsa Corta Brake Master Cylinder
Reference price 58,000 yen (63,800 yen including tax)
In addition to the RCS system, the brake master cylinder features three different response modes, and above all, you'll be amazed at the way the lever feels when you touch it.
16RCS Corsa Corta Clutch Master Cylinder
Reference price: 53,000 yen (58,300 yen including tax)
The brake and clutch levers are the parts that you have to touch and operate when you ride the motorcycle. Therefore, the effect of the replacement is great and the satisfaction is very high.
Special Interview with Mr. Casablanca, President of Brembo Japan!
At the Webike Motorcycle Show 2021, we had the pleasure of interviewing Mr. Casablanca, President of Brembo Japan!
What is the appeal of Brembo, a name synonymous with high-performance braking systems, and what is its philosophy? Be sure to check out the interview video featuring a special story you can only hear here!
Incorporate Brembo mats and turn your garage into a tracked service
When you visit a circuit pit or a motorcycle dealership with premium models, you will often see mats underneath the vehicles. If you take it into your garage and put it under your beloved machine, wouldn't you think that it would naturally boost your mood? Brembo has been selling racing floor mats (2100 x 1000 mm) and counter mats (650 x 450 mm) that can be placed on top of tool cabinets and other equipment to hold parts and hand tools since April. Both have passed the fireproof burning test of the European standard, the racing mat is made of water-absorbent material, and the counter mat is a good size to be used as a doormat, and suitable for use in a garage.
Racing Floor Mats
Reference price: 20,000 yen (22,000 yen including tax)
Size: 2100 x 1000 mm
Counter mat
Reference price: 4,800 yen (5,280 yen including tax)
Size: 650 x 450 mm
Lever ratio:18/20mm variable
Lever ratio:18/20mm variable
Material: Aluminum (forged body)
Backing material: PVC
Backing material: PVC
