Brake Bias Calculator

Calculate front-to-rear brake bias, ideal brake force distribution, and analyze lock-up characteristics.

Vehicle Parameters

Vehicle Weight (lbs)

Front Weight (%)

Wheelbase (in)

CG Height (in)

Front Brake Specs

Piston Diameter (in)

Piston Count (per caliper)

Rotor Eff. Radius (in)

Pad Friction (mu)

Rear Brake Specs

Piston Diameter (in)

Piston Count (per caliper)

Rotor Eff. Radius (in)

Pad Friction (mu)

Analysis Settings

Target Deceleration (g)

Tire Radius (in)

Brake Bias

Front

74.8%

Rear

25.2%

Brake bias appears balanced

Ideal vs Actual Bias

Ideal Front Bias74.0%

Actual Front Bias74.8%

Bias Difference+0.8%

Weight Transfer

Static Front1650 lbs

Dynamic Front2221 lbs

Weight Transfer571 lbs forward

Piston Areas

Front Total Area9.62 in²

Rear Total Area3.53 in²

Area Ratio2.72:1

Lock-Up Tendency

Front wheels lock first

Safe - maintains steering control

Brake Forces at 1.0g

Front Axle

2244 lbs

Rear Axle

756 lbs