1980 550e brake lines

[tcraft128]

Is there a set of SS brake hoses available for this bike?

Thanks

[txironhead]

Russell and several other companies make "universal" lines that work great. Find out the length of your factory lines minus the fittings and order the length accordingly (rounding up) and order the correct fittings to screw into the ends. I've done this on a dozen bikes and it works great. Dennis Kirk and JP Cycles have a pretty good selection. Plus you can get the fittings in stainless, too. Don't forget to replace the crush washers while you're at it.

[tcraft128]

That is my problem, I have "miss placed" read LOST my brake lines in the last move. Has anyone done this conversion that might have the specs on it?

[Nessism]

You could always make your own using Earl's line/fittings. Cheaper than purchasing pre-made and you can adjust the length to any type of handlebars.

http://www.anplumbing.com/shop/index.php?shop=&dept=Speed-Seal-Stainless

[txironhead]

Find someone here that has the same bike as you and PM them to see if they will measure their lines for you.

[tcraft128]

I am going to make my own lines, so Maybe someone could tell me what size banjo fittings I need Are they all the same? That would sure be nice, but that stuff never seems to be the case.

-Jay

[txironhead]

They're all the same on metric bikes. Harley uses a different size, I believe. Make sure you get the correct angle of fittings, too. You can pretty much eyeball it, or look at some pictures of a factory brake setup to figure out what you need.

[Nessism]

I think you need AN-3 size line/fittings. Please double check this before ordering though.

[tcraft128]

I need the length (total including the metal hard line) of the rear line. Please tell me where you measured from ie middle of banjo or end of banjo.

Or maybe just the metal hard line....