Celebrating its 70th anniversary last year , Spanish brake system components manufacturer Galfer offers a comprehensive suite of product for the burgeoning ADV sector . " Galfer is the benchmark brand in the international market for braking systems for all types of road and offroad motorbikes . For the Adventure motorbike sector , Galfer offers a wide range of " Disc Wave " brake discs , CUBIQ floating-front and fixed-rear discs , and sintered metal pads that are designed to significantly improve the braking performance of the most popular Adventure motorbikes currently available ". This includes models such as the Husqvarna Norden , the Yamaha Ténéré , the Honda Africa Twin , the BMW R 1250 GS or the KTM Adventure , among other models . " Adventure bikes are undoubtedly becoming more and more popular on the international scene thanks to their versatility , which allows users to comfortably cover long distances onand off-road . For some years now , they have also been attracting the attention of Enduro and Trial riders , such as Galfer riders Toni Bou and Kirian Mirabet ". Galfer Wave discs are laser-cut from high-carbon stainless steel and " treated with specific quality treatments for unrivalled performance and design ". The multiple terrain and on / off highway use of versatile large displacement ADV models makes a unique combination of demands on braking systems - especially in extreme conditions where stress resistance is crucial . " To better respond to these demands , Galfer brake products for Adventure motorbikes have been developed to provide improved performance in all conditions , guaranteeing greater braking power , lower weight , better handling , high heat dissipation and adjustable constant braking control in all conditions ". The reduced weight of the braking components is a key factor that helps improve the handling of Adventure bikes , especially during changes of direction , when gyroscopic effects cause the weight of the disc to increase exponentially . The Wave profile , conceived , developed and patented by Galfer in the 90s , offers a significant weight |
reduction compared to the original product , making the " Disc Wave " an attractive and competitive option for users who are looking to improve braking performance and riding comfort . " Most of our Wave discs are approved by the German Technical Inspection Association TÜV ( KBA no . 61147 / 61148 )".
Floating Disc Wave ( FLW-CW )
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Available in original size with a steel core ( FLW ) or an aluminium core ( CW ) for the front end and , in some specific cases , the rear end . These discs are lighter than the originals while having improved behaviour and greater durability . The floating system allows the disc to adapt axially to the torsion between the fork and the wheel , ensuring that it is always positioned at the perfect braking angle , completely parallel to the brake pads .
Floating CUBIQ disc ( FLQ )
As an alternative to the " Disc Wave " for some Adventure bike models , the Galfer range includes the CUBIQ disc . This disc is only manufactured with a steel core , but its optimised design means its weight is just as low as the Wave CW model .
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Fixed Disc Wave ( W )
This is the original-size rear disc . The W version has the Wave design with holes that help to cool the brake system .
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Standard sintered compound brake pads ( G1370-71 ) |
A highly versatile compound , with high durability and excellent control that lies in the middle of the range in terms of braking power . This compound does not need a high working temperature to offer its full potential , nor is it overly abrasive to the brake disc . Although its performance is slightly inferior compared to the G1375 compound , it offers good performance in wet and muddy conditions . Reference G1370 is for the front brake , G1371 for the rear brake . It is a very quiet compound with very high fade resistance . |
Sport sintered compound brake pads ( G1375 )
This compound has been developed for users who ride competitively , when brakes are used more intensively . It has high braking power capacity and excellent cooling , thanks to the ceramic support that acts as a thermal barrier between the brake pads and the caliper pistons . Excellent performance in wet and muddy conditions . It is a very quiet compound with very high fade resistance .
Sport R sintered compound brake pads ( G1375R )
This compound is the evolution of the Sport G1375 pads , intended for racing and competitive use . It provides maximum braking power and maximum resistance to the high temperatures that can be achieved with Adventure bikes . It also features a ceramic backing that acts as a heat shield and grooves on the braking surface that help to cool the pad . The G1375R compound lets Adventure riders push their bikes to the limit without having to worry about braking . It is a very quiet compound with very high fade resistance . www . galferonline . es
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