What Is Brake Bias Explained by Wilwood Disc Brakes

When enthusiasts hear the term “brake bias” many immediately go to the thought of an adjustable proportioning valve. While an adjustable proportioning valve can help, true brake bias is often determined during brake system design and choosing the calipers and rotors.

Just what is brake bias you may ask then? We had a quick technical chat with Wilwood Disc Brakes’ Mike Hamrick where he explains in further detail just what is brake bias, how you can determine the amount of bias, and more points about brake bias explained using easy to understand language.

Have a look at our technical Q&A video for all the details.

0:18 What is brake bias?
0:36 Brake bias explained
1:14 Brake bias percentage
1:46 How does brake bias affect handling?