Source for SS brake lines

[Ecklund]

I fried a front SS brake line today. The line between the master cylinder and front brake manifold/splitter.

Does anyone have a suggestion for a good/inexpensive source for individual brake line segment replacements?

This is for the '75 GL1000.

 

[Nessism]

You can make your own lines for cheap from Earl's components. Some people freak out over the idea of making a brake line but it's actually quite easy. The owner of the local Earl's shop told me that the pull off force for the screw together hose ends is higher than machine crimped version, so basically, no worry about leaks. Buy the line by the foot and select the hose ends you like.

There is a long thread here on the process...

 

[cowboyup3371]

Z1 sells them too

 

[Ecklund]

You can make your own lines for cheap from Earl's components. Some people freak out over the idea of making a brake line but it's actually quite easy. The owner of the local Earl's shop told me that the pull off force for the screw together hose ends is higher than machine crimped version, so basically, no worry about leaks. Buy the line by the foot and select the hose ends you like.

There is a long thread here on the process...

I'll look into it.

Thanks for the alternative.

 

[Ecklund]

Z1 sells them too

Will check it out.

Thanks

 

[Ecklund]

Z1 sells them too

Looks like they are out till December 1st.

 

[Ecklund]

You can make your own lines for cheap from Earl's components. Some people freak out over the idea of making a brake line but it's actually quite easy. The owner of the local Earl's shop told me that the pull off force for the screw together hose ends is higher than machine crimped version, so basically, no worry about leaks. Buy the line by the foot and select the hose ends you like.

There is a long thread here on the process...

Found a local place in Temecula that builds all kinds of lines and hoses. Was more than a complete Z1 SS line but then again they put the new one in my hand.

As the new line was between the master and the manifold/splitter I bled both front calipers a about 10 pumps each and then went back and did each side again about the same or more pumps.

Just got back from a test ride and the front brake functions but does not have that nice immediate firm pull.

Is it just a matter of more bleeding as there is still some air in the system? Or is there some other step I need to address?

Thanks again.

 

[steve murdoch]

This trick that has worked for me to get the last few bubbles out. Your results may vary. haha.
With the bike on the side stand turn the handlebars to the left to get the front brake reservoir a bit higher. Squeeze the brake lever and secure it in that position with tape or elastic band, i used a big zip tie. Let it sit overnight with the lever squeezed and 12 hours or so later the sponginess should be gone.

 

[Ecklund]

This trick that has worked for me to get the last few bubbles out. Your results may vary. haha.
With the bike on the side stand turn the handlebars to the left to get the front brake reservoir a bit higher. Squeeze the brake lever and secure it in that position with tape or elastic band, i used a big zip tie. Let it sit overnight with the lever squeezed and 12 hours or so later the sponginess should be gone.

Cause that's what is making it less than great; air right?

Do you take the top off the reservoir?

I'll try it tonight. What can it hurt?

Thanks

 

[trevor]

I bought lines for my 83 1100e from member JWhelan's company.

 

[Ecklund]

I bought lines for my 83 1100e from member JWhelan's company.

Thanks for the info.

For now I think I have it nailed down. I just needed one hose from the master to the manifold/splitter.

Found a local place that fabbed one up on site.

Nemesis mentioned building my own and that seems like an excellent idea in general.

Its always a balance of quality/precision, convenience and cost for me. Today it was worth a few bucks extra to get a high quality piece exactly when I needed it.

 

[Nessism]

Guess I'm lucky, but there has been an Earl's store close to where I live for some time now. Hoses ends are about $10 each and the hose is $4/foot. All parts are made in USA. Once you get the hang of building the hoses it's pretty fast.