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The primary benefit of a brake caliper duct is improved cooling, which leads to a host of performance and longevity advantages for your braking system.
Here are the main benefits of installing a brake caliper duct:
Reduces Brake Fade: By consistently channeling cool air directly to the caliper and rotor, the duct prevents the excessive heat buildup that causes brake fade, ensuring consistent and reliable stopping power even under severe and prolonged use (like racing or spirited riding)
Increases Component Lifespan: Lower operating temperatures significantly extend the life of your brake pads, rotors, caliper seals, and brake fluid by preventing them from reaching destructive heat levels
Consistent Performance and Feel: When brakes are kept within their optimal temperature range, they provide a more reliable and consistent feel at the pedal, increasing rider confidence
Prevents Rotor Cracking: Brake ducts help to cool the discs evenly, reducing steep temperature gradients (uneven temperature distribution) that cause stress and can lead to premature rotor failure
A brake duct works by capturing air from a high-pressure zone (usually the front of the motorcycle) and using a tube or channel to direct that cool, fresh air into the center of the rotor, where the internal vanes can then distribute it outward to dissipate heat