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[QUOTE="76GMC1500, post: 1187552, member: 73139"] I do a lot of trail riding, you have to assume there is a supprise around every turn. On entry, I generally ride 50/50 front and rear on the brakes. This way, I always have some stopping power in reserve. Should I need more stopping power, I'll gradually increase pressure on the front and lift a little on the rear. I'd say 75/25 gives you about the best braking with some control left over. When single tracking and standing, I generally work the rear brake only which leaves my right hand free to work the throttle and handle bars. Coming down steep hills, I ride the rear brake the whole way down no matter what comes up. I use the front brake to control my speed. When the really steep stuff comes up, you have to let go of the front brake but the rear brake always stays on. While braking in a turn, I generally use the rear brake a little more. I'm steering off the front and can't risk locking up that wheel. [/QUOTE]
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