that post was from 2015 Thunderbolt. this is a tag for the poster*:- @alex900ss *added this bit to help in case i'm writing in invisible ink again, like last time
I get that it was from a long time ago, I was just hoping Alex might see it and reply. It will add to the knowledge base.
If it helps, I bought a floating rear brake setup for my Monster from Aella Casuno (Japan). IIRC it is the same kit as used on 900SS and is nicely made but it was (significantly) more than £75. I don't know if they still make them though.
Hi, Sorry I just saw this post. I got the brake parts on Ebay. Honestly can't believe how long ago it was . There are still some on Ebay but prices have risen and postage costs are a killer.
Looks like the engine end bracket and the caliper holder are NLA. Stein Dinse have them to order at may ££££, so another project for me.
Not cheap though does include the caliper; https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/267049802023?_ul=GB&chn=ps&google_free_listing_action=view_item
There is a company selling floating hangers and mounting kit in the UK that while not looking original should be pretty good. https://www.tga.co.uk/products/rear-brake-caliper-mounting-bracket-220mm-disc/ https://www.tga.co.uk/products/ducati-torque-arm-mounting-bracket/ https://www.tga.co.uk/products/ducati-rear-brake-torque-arm/ That said I do have a question about the actual tourqe arm. What is it made of and what dimensions is the original, as I'd like to make my own using a rod rather than then one above? Assuming alloy but be good to know what side rod is needed to be strong enough and what size rod ends are needed. Any thoughts?
It always amused me that they called it a Superlight, then added a load of superfluous metal to the rear brake system. The underslung caliper without all the rod assembly is the best in my experience. The earlier versions of the caliper on top system occasionally suffered a disappearing pad retaining pin which resulted in the pads dropping and locking the back wheel. Later models had a security clip on the end of the pin.
Made me smile to think that if you swing the caliper round to the bottom on a torque arm or retaining boss, and the retaining pin fell out, you won’t have the locking wheel issue - no matter how hard you press.
