Magura bicycle technology ensures that both brakes brake simultaneously

If you’re hesitant about using your bike’s front brake, you’re not alone. That’s why Magura developed the Integral Braking System (IBS), which automatically modulates braking power between both brakes with a single pull of the hand.

As most experienced cyclists already know, the front brake offers the greatest stopping power.

However, the fear of flying over the handlebars prevents many riders – especially beginners – from using the brakes as often as they should. This not only results in a loss of stopping power, but also in reduced stability when braking and premature wear of the rear brake pad.

This is where IBS comes into play.

Optimised for use with Magura’s existing MT C4 hydraulic braking system, the setup essentially consists of just a frame-mounted module that’s slightly larger than a cigarette pack. Both hydraulic hoses run from the handlebar levers into this unit, with two further hoses running from the unit to the front and rear brake pistons.

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The module uses a purely mechanical (not electrical) system and automatically activates both brakes when only one brake lever is pulled. As Magura describes it: “When the rear brake is applied, the IBS also ensures simultaneous and proportional deceleration of the front wheel.” Many motorcycles already use similar technology.

The company also states that one-handed braking with IBS results in up to 40% shorter stopping distances than stopping using only the rear brake on a bike without IBS. However, due to legal requirements, all bikes equipped with IBS must Also Maintain the traditional redundant front and rear braking systems.

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Magura first presented IBS as a design study at Eurobike 2023. At this year’s trade fair – where the system won an award – Magura announced the first commercial use of IBS in Ca Go’s FS e-cargo bike. Other models are to follow later this year.

At least currently, IBS is not available as a retrofit solution for existing bicycles.

Source: Magura