Motorcycle Glossary Dictionary Term - Caliper Caliper: A Caliper is the non-rotating portion of the motorcycle disc brake that contains the hydraulic components including the brake pads. The Caliper is positioned on both sides of the Rotor such that as the brakes are applied, the brake pads are pressed against both sides of the Rotor, thereby stopping the motorcycle.
Symbols, A - C: (2-Second Rule => Custom Motorcycles)
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