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Suggestions for Replacement GS650E front master cylinder

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prichmon

Forum Mentor
The front master cylinder from my 1981 gs650E has stopped pressing fluid. It also looks like crap. Is there a satisfactory aftermarket unit which looks similar and works correct that the forum could suggest?

Thanks

Rich
 
Why not get OEM piston/cup set available from your dealer or online sites like this for @$50. Clean everything well and put it back together. Also get a new gasket for the cap, new fluid too. You should find a tutorial on BikeCliff's website. I believe that's where I found it when I did mine last winter. Wire-wheel the scrubby looking paint and give it a fresh coat too. Good time to upgrade your brake line to braided stainless steel while you're at it.
 
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Thanks for the replies!!!!

I looked at rebuilding the old unit but it needs a full rehab. Powercoating is coming off and the reservoir has alot of surface cracking.

I'll pick up a ex650 one shortly.

I appreciate it guys
 
It's a microswitch on the EX650. You'll need to cut the wire off the old one & add a couple of spade connectors (or make up a new wire with spades one end & bullets the other). They are in the headlight bucket. :)
 
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