Roughly what share of a cruiser-style motorcycle's braking power is provided by the front brake?

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Why

Braking moves weight forward onto the front tire, so the front brake handles most of the work, about 70% of the stopping power. Still, use both the front and the rear brake at the same time whenever you stop, so you come to a halt as fast and as steadily as possible.

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Topic: Motorcycle controls   License: Motorcycle

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• Posture, Shifting, Braking and Turning

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