Stainless brake lines

954WRECKER · 07-18-2009, 2:51 AM

For $90 delivered this set of 4 lines seems like a pretty good deal. I mainly wanted to do the front and possibly the rear, probably not the clutch line on my RC51. But for the price I figure I can always decide to install it later and it is only $10 more than the 3 line kit they sell.

Stainless brake lines hose kit - Honda 4 lines:eBay Motors (item 250463513872 end time Aug-11-09 14:21:36 PDT)

I saw a used spiegler set for sale nearby on ebay a few weeks ago that didnt sell priced at $175 with no banjo bolts or washers.

SPIEGLER BRAKE AND CLUTCH LINES RC51 SP2 2002-2006:eBay Motors (item 260442722639 end time Jul-12-09 11:58:19 PDT)

Seller never responded to my offer so I found the do it yourself kit instead. I figure if I measure twice and order the right length and the right angled fittings I should be ok. Anyone see any flaws in my logic here, something I'm not thinking of?

954WRECKER · 07-18-2009, 11:26 AM

I will write a review and let you know how the set turns out. From the feedback the company has it looks like the product is decent quality. I suppose I'll find out it's only $82.80 after I minus the 8% ebay buy it now cash back rebate thingy with MSN.

954WRECKER · 07-18-2009, 11:28 AM

Spiegler guy on ebay got back to me he has someone who said they are going to buy the kit but it will take the buyer a few weeks to save up for it!

shakey1378 · 07-18-2009, 6:41 PM

id get all 4 lines, might as well for 10 bux more. braided lines help keep the fluid clean. heck, my cage has braided lines including the clutch. id go as far as to say one of the best things i did for my 929rr but with a cable clutch so no need for 4. check with site sponsors if ebay isnt working out for you. galfer and goodridge are also good.

954WRECKER · 07-18-2009, 7:37 PM

Joker (cbr400rr) hooked up my 954 probably 5-6 years ago from a local brake line place but I forgot what shop it was and that set has been great since day 1 with zero problems. Thats what has me leaning towards the ebay guys I know cutting the lines and getting the fittings correct isnt very hard and definitely not worth paying more than double just for all the big manufacturers advertising and overhead expenses.

shakey1378 · 07-18-2009, 7:57 PM

cbr400rr got mine for me. galfers and i am happy with em. cant remember what i paid though as i put in a big order when i got them. galfer was what he reccomended. i would think they are all the same so whatever works im sure you could make your own, in my case im lazy...

954WRECKER · 07-18-2009, 8:18 PM

Anyone in San Diego know of a good place that sells custom ordered brake lines? Figure I already have the measurements might as well see if i can support a local US company.

954WRECKER · 07-19-2009, 9:54 PM

Double checked my measurements just to be sure. Do these look about right for an RC51?
Line 1 Rear
24"
20 degree fittings from the master
20 degree fittings to the caliper
zero degree orientation
Line 2 Front Right
25"
45 degree fittings from the master
20 degree fittings to the caliper
90 degree orientation
Line 3 Front Left
26"
45 degree fittings from the master
20 degree fittings to the caliper
90 degree orientation

Decided to forget about the clutch line.
$65 delivered

954WRECKER · 07-21-2009, 11:50 AM

Triple checked my measurements and the fittings even sent them pics of my masters and calipers to make sure they would position them correct. I'll let you know when I get them how they look and then how they fit and then how they feel installed. Black banjos, copper washers, and a silver double banjo with clear lines and black fittings is what I ordered.

954WRECKER · 07-29-2009, 12:03 AM

Got them today, so far so good, they are a little longer than I ordered but that is better than too short. Does the double banjo have enough thread (5mm) to stay firmly in the master? The manual says to torque all the bolts to 25 but that seems a little bit much, any recommendations?

954WRECKER · 08-01-2009, 6:34 PM

lined up everything today with the bike and it looks like every line is 2" too long and probably wont fit right. I emailed the guy and will wait and see what he says, I was extremely specific on my instructions and each line is 2" longer than I ordered.

954WRECKER · 08-01-2009, 6:52 PM

Wow,
I got an email from them in less than 1 hour on a Saturday! Said they will send a new set out Monday. I wasn't even expecting a response back ever let alone that prompt and that anser I'll keep you posted. Hopefully have them ready to install in a week.

FTP_929 · 08-02-2009, 3:23 PM

are they asking you to send the originals back?

954WRECKER · 08-02-2009, 4:26 PM

Said he was sorry and that a replacement would be sent out the next business day.

jhaggerty73 · 08-02-2009, 10:01 PM

That banjo bolt does look a little short. How far did the original bolt thread into the master cylinder? I think the chances of stripping out the threads are greater if the bolt is too short. Glad the company is going to fix their mistake, I'd ask about the banjo bolt as well.

954WRECKER · 08-03-2009, 10:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jhaggerty73

That banjo bolt does look a little short. How far did the original bolt thread into the master cylinder? I think the chances of stripping out the threads are greater if the bolt is too short. Glad the company is going to fix their mistake, I'd ask about the banjo bolt as well.

I looked into it and that size is standard for double banjo bolts. I'll find out how it fits after I get the right length hoses.

954WRECKER · 08-11-2009, 2:35 PM

installed the front lines and it looks and feels good IMO. The rear will wait until i feel like it. I dont really care about the rear line but I will probably just put it on when I change the rear brake fluid in the future.

TattooedGQ · 08-11-2009, 6:12 PM

might be a stupid question, but how did you figure out the degrees of the fittings and the degrees orientation?? I'm looking to get an inexpensive set for my 900.

954WRECKER · 08-12-2009, 12:45 AM

all the guys selling the brake lines on ebay have little pics to guide you on the angles and the orientation.

TattooedGQ · 08-12-2009, 11:22 AM

cool thanks!

954WRECKER · 08-13-2009, 1:00 PM

Sorry I see my link to the ones i got dont work. The guys I got mine from are gtautosports on ebay. I see why they have 217 positive feedbacks in a row they have good price/service/parts.

954WRECKER · 08-16-2009, 10:52 PM

I installed the rear line, since I had the tail off while installing something else I figured I'd change the line/fluid. Looks good, much better than the stock black hoses IMO.