STARK
When the hand brake makes sense
A hand-operated rear brake stays available while your right foot is away from the peg. That can help in awkward enduro positions where you would otherwise lose access to the pedal. Riders already comfortable separating front- and rear-brake inputs at the handlebar may adapt more readily.
The control relationship still needs deliberate practice on safe, familiar ground. Lever habits, fatigue and terrain affect adaptation, so another owner’s quick transition tells you little about your own. Choose it to solve a clear access problem rather than because it appears unconventional or advanced.
When the foot brake is the cleaner choice
A conventional foot brake keeps the rear brake under your right foot. This is usually the simpler choice when you move regularly between the VARG and combustion motorcycles or have no recurring problem reaching a pedal in technical terrain.
Bajamoto offers the conventional foot-brake configuration with a current configurator surcharge of PLN 1,300. Confirm the selected control layout for the exact order before handover, because configurator details can change and a stationary reach check cannot reproduce braking under load or fatigue.
Performance comes from the complete system
Neither layout creates greater braking power by itself. Correct components, hydraulic condition, bleeding, setup and service determine feel, performance and safety. Base the decision on access and learned control habits, then give the chosen arrangement enough practice to become consistent.
Some installations may use both controls, but compatibility and installation scope must be verified for the exact model and brake system. Never improvise hydraulic modifications. Any conversion should be agreed with Bajamoto or a qualified brake technician before parts are ordered or work begins.
