BRAKES

The six- piston calipers look impressive, especially with their F4 branding, but their pistons just love to stick. Get the front end up in the air, spin the wheel and listen for a dragging brake pad. Also, on a test ride feel for any pulsing that indicates warped discs. Oh and the rear brake probably won’t work as the master cylinder is located right next to the engine, merrily over-heating its fluid…