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Brake Caliper: Description and Operation

Brake caliper
Brake caliper, front





The lightweight front brake caliper is manufactured with material which is a combination of aluminum and cast iron. The swinging caliper contains a hydraulic piston and two guide pins.

Brake caliper, rear





The swinging rear brake caliper is manufactured with aluminum and contains a hydraulic piston and two guide pins. A mechanism for both the Handbrake and self-adjustment are also included.