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03heritagerider · 12-08-2009, 10:00 PM

My gauges only have 4 psi markings on them 0 - 65 - 100 & 150. As I stated in my original post, when I released my foot from the brake, there was no more air loss and the pressure went from 65 to 125 in about 45 seconds. According to your info, the return rate should be 15 psi in 45 seconds. Since mine recovered about 60 psi in 45 seconds, I assume the result is excellent.

My concern was the loss of air when the brakes are applied. I can't imagine having to fully apply my brakes for more than 3 minutes, with the possible exception of being stuck at a long red light.

When the brakes are released, there is no air loss at all. Additionally, there doesn't seem to be any, or at least any noticeable air loss when brakes are applied partially, as when slowing down.

In the morning I'll try to estimate the rate of air loss per your suggested method.

Thanks

12-08-2009, 10:00 PM	#3
03heritagerider Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 389	My gauges only have 4 psi markings on them 0 - 65 - 100 & 150. As I stated in my original post, when I released my foot from the brake, there was no more air loss and the pressure went from 65 to 125 in about 45 seconds. According to your info, the return rate should be 15 psi in 45 seconds. Since mine recovered about 60 psi in 45 seconds, I assume the result is excellent. My concern was the loss of air when the brakes are applied. I can't imagine having to fully apply my brakes for more than 3 minutes, with the possible exception of being stuck at a long red light. When the brakes are released, there is no air loss at all. Additionally, there doesn't seem to be any, or at least any noticeable air loss when brakes are applied partially, as when slowing down. In the morning I'll try to estimate the rate of air loss per your suggested method. Thanks __________________ '03 41' Friendship & 24' trailer with HIS '03 H-D Heritage Springer, HER '15 H-D Freewheeler Trike, and '08 Smart Car. "Adventure is found in the journey, not the destination."