Buying aftermarket Brake lines
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Just go to spieglerusa.com. They have all the info you need. Spiegler Performance Parts - Motorcycle Brake Line Kits
They have the two lines from the m/c version for your bike. If you don't like that and would prefer the three line kit, you can call them and see if they will do a custom build for you. I did this when I put an '08 1000RR m/c on my '98 900RR with '02 929 front end. I just told him I wanted the Rennsport 3 line kit with fittings for the 08 m/c and 02 calipers. The Rennsport kit is designed for track/race bikes with extra length in the lines to handle the more extreme suspension movement. The kit also makes it so there is only one line going to the m/c, which is what I was looking for.
FYI, I don't usually swap out the rear line. I prefer a bit of feel when I apply the rear brake. Sometimes swapping to a s/s line will turn the rear brake into an on/off switch!
They have the two lines from the m/c version for your bike. If you don't like that and would prefer the three line kit, you can call them and see if they will do a custom build for you. I did this when I put an '08 1000RR m/c on my '98 900RR with '02 929 front end. I just told him I wanted the Rennsport 3 line kit with fittings for the 08 m/c and 02 calipers. The Rennsport kit is designed for track/race bikes with extra length in the lines to handle the more extreme suspension movement. The kit also makes it so there is only one line going to the m/c, which is what I was looking for.
FYI, I don't usually swap out the rear line. I prefer a bit of feel when I apply the rear brake. Sometimes swapping to a s/s line will turn the rear brake into an on/off switch!
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06-18-2012, 04:06 PM
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Spegler has a great reputation, but I just want to point out...ss lines are state-of-the-art.
Nobody makes bad ones, there aren't any real failure points. The only real criteria
are cost and color. The cheapest ones that fit your aesthetic are the ones you should buy.
I don't offer this sort of advice on many components, but ss-braided lines DO fall into
this catagory. If I had any doubts about safety issues with that statement, I wouldn't
make it. I do (whole-heartedly) recommend upgrading to them. It's one of the most
cost-effective performance/safety upgrades you can do for your ride.
Ern
Nobody makes bad ones, there aren't any real failure points. The only real criteria
are cost and color. The cheapest ones that fit your aesthetic are the ones you should buy.
I don't offer this sort of advice on many components, but ss-braided lines DO fall into
this catagory. If I had any doubts about safety issues with that statement, I wouldn't
make it. I do (whole-heartedly) recommend upgrading to them. It's one of the most
cost-effective performance/safety upgrades you can do for your ride.
Ern
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