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 Joe Bogey |
Braided Brake Line |
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HSATF Member
Posts: 35 09/27/07 1:08 PM |
I just installed Spirit risers and now need a new brake line because the stocker is too short. I want to use a braided stainless line. Anybody else gone this
route and if so, what length line did you go with?
Are you happy with it and if not what would you change Thanks |
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CleRider |
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Posts: 1904 09/27/07 2:37 PM
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Joe,
I've installed braided lines on a few bikes. I used Spiegler lines. http://www.spieglerusa.com/ If the stock set will not work, I'm sure they will make a custom length for you. You should notice a difference in the braking and lever, mostly because a rubber line expands and the braided line will not. I think they are in the $50-$60 price range. |
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Posts: 5921 09/27/07 4:13 PM
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I paid $45 for a custom Galfer brake line. Galfer used to give you your choice of color as well as length and endings. From their website I do not know if
they still do. The Russell braided line on my T is stock length because I still have the stock handlebars. The Galfer line on my Nighthawk is 3" longer
than stock since I put higher handlebars on that bike.
http://www.galferusa.com/html/streetlines.html http://www.russellperformance.com/
Fred
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dukey33 |
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HSATF 1st Officer
Posts: 690 09/27/07 7:07 PM |
I like those Galfer Superlite brake lines. Lightweight aluminum and they come in colors.
I'd really like the Superbike rotor. That'd be really cool looking on any cruiser.
duke
loud horns save lives |
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ngmcbiker |
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Posts: 140 09/27/07 8:39 PM |
I got Galfer stainless braided and like them a lot. Huge diff on rear brake pressure. Front was different, but not as noticable. I got the ones specified
for the VT110C2. They matched up pretty good, I got on the phone with mine in hand and measured with the lady on the telling me what to do. The trick is not
the lenght, it is the end fittings and the bends required. Mine worked great and they were VERY helpful on the phone.
If you get customs, I suggest you send your lines in and just tell them how much to add in lenght. Again, the issue is those end fittings, unless of course you have the capability to properly bend them. Again, I really support making the change. The feel is much firmer, less movement and i believe better control. And besides, they look cool! |
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CleRider |
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Posts: 1904 09/28/07 11:15 AM
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Looks like a few options. I'm not trying to sell Spiegler, but they have one unique feature:
"Ever installed a set of brake lines and the fittings just didn't line up perfectly and wondered, how can I avoid this? Wonder no more. With Spiegler's exclusive unique torsion design, you can easily align your fittings to eliminate any misalignment between your caliper and master cylinder. Don't spend a bunch of money for a "twisted" line. With Spiegler brake line kits, you get a free tool to rotate your fittings in every kit. So you get a perfect fit every time that lasts a life time." Also, check out the warranties. Some may be for 90 days or a year. Spiegler is a limited lifetime, to the purchaser and intended bike for as long as you own it. |
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ngmcbiker |
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HSATF Tail Gunner
Posts: 140 10/01/07 8:30 PM |
I had never considered warranty on brake lines. Interesting idea.
Now I am imagining that most suppliers don't offer a warranty because if the brake lines fail, the rider is not in condition to collect on the warranty 
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