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Im having trouble buying my brake hoses. On my gs850gl it goes one hose from the M/C and splits to two hoses one to each caliper. I dont want to make my own. So if someone can point me to the right hose to purchase. Thank you
 
z1 enterprises sells stainless brake hoses. Measure your old ones for the correct length.Its been awhile since I installed the ones on my GS but I think you measure the total length of your hose and subtract 3 inches for the fittings. The fittings come in different angles, since they screw on to the hose ends, they are easy to install. Pick up a pack of washers for the banjo bolts. Change your brake fluid also.
 
almarconi said:
z1 enterprises sells stainless brake hoses. Measure your old ones for the correct length.Its been awhile since I installed the ones on my GS but I think you measure the total length of your hose and subtract 3 inches for the fittings. The fittings come in different angles, since they screw on to the hose ends, they are easy to install. Pick up a pack of washers for the banjo bolts. Change your brake fluid also.
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I just did this last weekend. Z1 is a great resource. there are 2 kinds of line you can buy from them. one kind has a swivel on the ends:

http://www.z1enterprises.com/ItemDe...Clear+Coat+29''+w/S/S+Swivels&item=GR83329dot

and the other kind does not:

http://www.z1enterprises.com/ItemDe...803+Series,+S/S+29"+Clear+Coated&item=GR80329

I bought the swivel, and the correct fittings for each end. Make sure you buy the right fittings or you'll be up a creek without a paddle. and yes, each fitting is 1.5" in length.

I'm very happy with the fit and the price.
 
What kind of motorcycle do you have? (Hint: Put it in your signature so you don't have to remember to mention it every time!)

Another favorite vendor for brake lines is Rennsport Auto, out of Canada. Very high quality, good service, and extremely reasonable prices. Here's the eBay store: http://stores.ebay.com/Rennsport-Au...uki&submit=Search&LH_TitleDesc=1&_sid=5680214

They sell lines individually or in sets. Typically you just buy a line from any of their auctions and then send a message through eBay with the specifications you want.

If you can't find what you're looking for or need help measuring or ordering, they have great email and phone support.

(Not a party to this business, just a happy customer. :) )
 
Hi,

I ordered Goodridge lines and fittings from Z1. Look at what you have now and order the same angles for the banjo bolts. Don't forget new crush washers.

Measure your brake lines. Order the same lengths. If you are buying the lines pre-made and adding fittings, measure accordingly.

These vendors have pre-made kits with the fittings already attached. (From your "mega-welcome".)

Brake Lines - Stainless steel lines, stock kits, custom kits
http://www.spieglerusa.com/
http://www.h-e-lusa.com/
http://www.cyclebrakes.com/html/custom_lines.html
I've even heard of some local brake shops making new lines when you bring in your old ones to use as a template. I'm sure the cost varies.

Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff
 
Ill make sure to add my bike to the siganuture. But I did mention it was a gs850gl 1982 suzuki.
I guess I need to read more about brakes. Dont see how the brake oil
Makes it through the banjo bolts.
But thank you for the good tips. I think im going to attemp on making my own.
Sounds like a fun task! :)
 
I've just head a set of hoses made for my 78 GS750E by a place here in town, set me back about $116 for all 3 with some crush washers and adapters. They head them done in about an hour and a half.
 
Thanks subid. I think ill try them out. Not bad for the 89.
 
The majority of people in this post used the lines sold by z1. Why did you opt to go with the ones on ebay?
 
Any reason these wouldn't fit a 650L? It doesn't seem that they make them specifically for 650s.
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exzachtly1, I got a front brake line from the guy below also he can make them any length.
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china seller on ebay has a front hose that will fit a 650L. I think it was 20.00 shipped, have to wait though.
 
I just today got the Rennsport ebay lines delivered. $67 for the 3 front hoses, fit well, included banjo bolts and washers. He has a swivel fitting for $6 extra....I was a bit disappointed that the hoses in the ad show DOT numbers on the hose, mine do not.....3 days from order to my door.
 
I ordered off of Rennsport through ebay, got a 3-line kit (with a bike cover and a double banjo for $92, i think).

I wanted to do two long lines from the master cylinder to the calipers, and use the third line for another bike with only one front brake.

Here is what I ordered for my 1979 gs850:
2x 30 degree banjo connectors (10mm)
2x straight banjo connectors (10mm)
(connectors were offset 90 degrees from each other)
1x M10x1.00 double banjo bolt
43 inch length front (This is pretty long, I have a bit of extra slack, especially on the right side).

EDIT: I'll add that I had a good experience reverse-bleeding the brakes. I hooked up a squeeze bottle filled with new brake fluid to the bleed valve of the calipers, removed the cap of the master cylinder, and pushed/squeezed) fluid up through the lines into the master cylinder, and then let the bottle naturally expand and suck the brake fluid back down. This got the air out of the lines pretty quick. You could do the same with a syringe or turkey baster, if you could get those hooked up via tubing to the bleed valve. On the first squeeze or two, I removed the discolored brake fluid from the system so it wouldn't re-enter the lines/calipers.
 
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I have noticed that the front brake is so firm now that the brake light usually does not come on because the lever does not move far enough. Have to make sure I use the back brake always.
 
bobgroger said:
I have noticed that the front brake is so firm now that the brake light usually does not come on because the lever does not move far enough. Have to make sure I use the back brake always.
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What bike do you have? I ask because the return hole in some of the master cylinders can clog and lock up the front brakes. You should have at least 1/4" play before you feel the firmness of the brake. Might be an indicator of something that might be dangerous. It's a classic sign to check out the brake system before the fluid heats up and self locks the brake.
 
Wow. I'll look at that. I rebuilt the master and the calipers with ebay kits, and cleaned out the brown gunk really well. Maybe I should either get an OEM kit or a new master...Thanks for the heads up.
Bob Groger
'80 GS850G
 
bobgroger said:
I have noticed that the front brake is so firm now that the brake light usually does not come on because the lever does not move far enough. Have to make sure I use the back brake always.
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Adjust the switch.
 
I am sure of this on the '78-'79 style master cylinder. I have never worked with an '80 model, but they all have to have a return, and the symptom on mine was no lever play because fluid could not return to the reservoir. heat from the rotor locked up the brakes. Suzuki parts on critical components are preferable. Brakes are not a place to try to save a buck. The brake lines should also be replaced and a stainless steel braided line is a great upgrade. They only swell something like 4%, where rubber lines swell quite a bit, old ones can balloon, robbing a lot of stopping power.
 
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