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Episode #18 - Disc Brakes vs. Drum Brakes & Brake Fluid Basics

30 Minute Motorcycling·The Dual Wheel Journey·12 October 2026·6 min

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Does it really matter how fast your bike is if your brakes down work? I thought so. If you've ever been curious about what it is that actually makes your bike stop, this episode is for you. Tune in to learn: - The differences between disc and drum brakes - About something DEADLY that might be in your drum brakes - The differences between DOT 3, DOT 4, DOT 5, DOT 5.1 brake fluids - and the one type suitable for modern motorcycles Resources: - The Dual Wheel Journey blog post "How Do Motorcycle Brakes Work & Brake Fluid Basics"