cbzdel
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Anyone bought a set yet?? I have been contemplating it but cant decide if they are worth it..
Braided Brake Lines
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xplodnstar
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Have you had any instances where you just wish could stop a little faster and more stable?
Yes - Get them they are totally worth it.
No - Get them so you never have to experience it.
I have the SS lines AND pads, but I think the lines alone made a big enough difference for me for peace of mind. I say go for some red ones for your bike.
Yes - Get them they are totally worth it.
No - Get them so you never have to experience it.
I have the SS lines AND pads, but I think the lines alone made a big enough difference for me for peace of mind. I say go for some red ones for your bike.
cbzdel
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a front are rear seat will be about $150 shipped.. and I would get a black line with red fittings
Now I have to decide whats more important, brake lines, or a rear tail bag...
Now I have to decide whats more important, brake lines, or a rear tail bag...
xplodnstar
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No need to upgrade the rear lines, just makes the rear tire lock up easier. Black with red will look real nice.
Hmmmm, safety or cargo space? If you want my vote, I'm happy to send you an extra backpack.
Hmmmm, safety or cargo space? If you want my vote, I'm happy to send you an extra backpack.
cbzdel
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I figure if I do the front why not do the rear as well, because I plan on keeping this bike until it no longer is worth fixing.. Or I look like a total goof riding around an ancient sport bike hah..No need to upgrade the rear lines, just makes the rear tire lock up easier. Black with red will look real nice.
Hmmmm, safety or cargo space? If you want my vote, I'm happy to send you an extra backpack.
regular lines need to be replaced every 4 years but braided lines never need to be replaced...
Guess you right, I need to choose safety over cargo hah.. Plus I could use the added stopping power when I ride two up....
xplodnstar
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You can always get something cool like this for your stuffs....
phocoyote7
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Oh man I need that backpack, I could just imagine the peoples thoughts seeing me with that on my back :rof:
Braided steel lines do not flex! For motorcycles, with heat/hi temps regular lines could expand making brakes feel spongy and necessitating stronger grip pressure and lever travel. Braided lines keep consistency in brake pressure and feel as well as maintaining a stronger grip.
cbzdel
New Member
I am ready to order the brake lines now, yet I was looking at our stock liners, and noticed there is a rubber/plastic sleeve over most of the line. I am guessing this is to protect it. Would there be a reason to still have this on with the braided lines?? I decided I want the smoke lines with the red fittings
Check it out, you can make the lines you want and see them..
Spiegler Performance Parts
Check it out, you can make the lines you want and see them..
Spiegler Performance Parts
xplodnstar
New Member
Some manufacturers don't have color options. They work the same in red vs. silver, so you're not missing out on too much.
cbzdel
New Member
liar.. black and red always are the best in both speed and stopping
xplodnstar
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You only say that 'cause you haven't ridden the white one yet.
Oh great...not this discussion again....You only say that 'cause you haven't ridden the white one yet.
Tijeras505
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I just installed Spiegler lines for the front. They are thinner and more rigid than the stock lines so they don't move around much to rub against anything so I don't see a need for the additional protection.
However, there are three hold down locations for each line that attaches to the bike through a rubber grommet to keep the lines from rubbing against anything. Spiegler only included two grommets on each line so I had to cut off two from my original lines and put them on the new ones, so you may want to make sure you get three grommets on each line when ordering. You will also need to cut one of the grommets to have a flat edge since one of the holders is built that way; I believe it is the first one coming from the master cylinder.
You may want to take a look to see how your lines are currently being held down and routed.
I ordered them through solomotoparts.com.
However, there are three hold down locations for each line that attaches to the bike through a rubber grommet to keep the lines from rubbing against anything. Spiegler only included two grommets on each line so I had to cut off two from my original lines and put them on the new ones, so you may want to make sure you get three grommets on each line when ordering. You will also need to cut one of the grommets to have a flat edge since one of the holders is built that way; I believe it is the first one coming from the master cylinder.
You may want to take a look to see how your lines are currently being held down and routed.
I ordered them through solomotoparts.com.
Tijeras505
New Member
Galfer's are very good. Never used them so that's about all I can say. The Spieglers have a lifetime warranty and the ability to turn the banjo connector on the ends of the cables 360 degrees so you don't have to twist the lines themselves to get them to fit.
Here's a link with video and information from Sportbiketrackgear. Although I bought mine at solomotoparts.com.
Spiegler Brake Lines | Spiegler Stainless Steel Brake Lines | Spiegler Brakes
xplodnstar
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I got the Galfers. I love the stopping power they added and I would definitely recommend them.