Topic: Metal Coil around front brake line - useful purpose or aftermarket for show?

[kyle750]

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Thanks Mate.  I really like Apex brakes ordering system.  It will be a while until I can upgrade the brake lines.    I'm trying to focus on getting the bike on the road first and upgrades later. 

[PeWe]

No one asked but...
A lot of folks don't care for a dual disc setup. Yes it adds weight.
I put one on because it looks great, harkens back to Dick Mann and Daytona 500, and also feels great when stopping. Your lever feel (with a stock MC) is a bit better, not so wooden. Caliper alignment is key to a good setup, took me a few tries. Makes removing the front tire a little more difficult but not bad.
Yamiya has all of it. I sent my rotors to TruDisk for drilling (and surfacing), looks good, sheds water better, saves a tiny bit of weight.

Then you get a brake that works.
My K6 has dual stock front brakes, new rotors from DSS.
Stops fine after 160kmh

My K2 has single, also new rotor. Plan the ride, do not try to use brake after 100kmh to avoid accident. Use the throttle and steer....

[carnivorous chicken]

A quick question for the Honda community.  Both my CB750 and CB550 are missing the damper plate to the underside of the master cylinder. Basically the brake lever bolt goes through this plate with a rubber plug to the other side and bolts to the underside.  I can see how this would help with vibration and make the brake operation a little smoother.

Is is neccessary to have this part?

Second the not necessary. A lot of bikes I've gone through have the cap and screw but the rubber has deteriorated. Super simple to just use a little piece of rubber gasket material to approximate the original and stop the brake lever from rattling.

[BenelliSEI]

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Thanks Mate.  I really like Apex brakes ordering system.  It will be a while until I can upgrade the brake lines.    I'm trying to focus on getting the bike on the road first and upgrades later.

Kyle….. when I order from them, I usually lay out the line on a clean piece of cardboard. Use a marker to indicate the length and make sure the picture clearly shows the ends. Include the make, year and model. They have enough experience that is all the info they need. Take that picture now (while you have it apart) so you have it later.

[Don R]

 I ordered brake hoses from an ebay seller for my GL1000, all three hoses had springs. I asked if they were needed and the reply was the manufacturer put them on by accident, I could remove any springs that I didn't want to leave in place. They are tricky to get started but then they unwind rather easily.

[kyle750]

Second the not necessary. A lot of bikes I've gone through have the cap and screw but the rubber has deteriorated. Super simple to just use a little piece of rubber gasket material to approximate the original and stop the brake lever from rattling.

I really like your idea of just stuffing a new piece of rubber in the hole. Plate might help keep the rubber in place but will probably work OK without it.  Often the simpliest and easiest solution is the best.  Thank You Sir!

[Kelly E]

Second the not necessary. A lot of bikes I've gone through have the cap and screw but the rubber has deteriorated. Super simple to just use a little piece of rubber gasket material to approximate the original and stop the brake lever from rattling.

I really like your idea of just stuffing a new piece of rubber in the hole. Plate might help keep the rubber in place but will probably work OK without it.  Often the simpliest and easiest solution is the best.  Thank You Sir!

I cut a chunk off of a proper diameter o-ring to fix that.

[BenelliSEI]

Second the not necessary. A lot of bikes I've gone through have the cap and screw but the rubber has deteriorated. Super simple to just use a little piece of rubber gasket material to approximate the original and stop the brake lever from rattling.

I really like your idea of just stuffing a new piece of rubber in the hole. Plate might help keep the rubber in place but will probably work OK without it.  Often the simpliest and easiest solution is the best.  Thank You Sir!

I cut a chunk off of a proper diameter o-ring to fix that.

That’s what I use!