Originally Posted by
FBinNY
A semantic quibble.
The statement was about brake mechanism capabilities, not how best to stop a bike.
The ability to lock the wheel is a litmus test, confirming that the brake can meet or exceed the maximum possible torque requirements. Modulation for best and safer stopping power is the operators responsibility, not the brakes.
If the brake isn't capable of modulation for best effect and retention of control then it's not safe or effective. The litmus test is efficacy and
controllability, not smearing rubber on the road.