Shorter Throttle Cables etc...

[djg42]

Thanks, i might try that but im not sure if my clumsy abilities could pull it off. I emailed dennis kirk and they said id need the following to use with this brake line,

http://www.denniskirk.com/jsp/product_catalog/Product.jsp?skuId=195448&catId=416&leafCatId=41604

-Chrome Straight Banjo Fitting-3/8 in. x 10mm 19-2539
-Chrome 35 Degree 3/8 in.-10mm Banjo Fitting 19-2545
-Chrome Single Bolt for BMW, Ducati and Suzuki 15-910
-3/8 in./10mm Copper Crush Washers 19-3395
would I need all of these pieces to put the brake line in?

[tejasmud]

Thanks, i might try that but im not sure if my clumsy abilities could pull it off. I emailed dennis kirk and they said id need the following to use with this brake line,

http://www.denniskirk.com/jsp/product_catalog/Product.jsp?skuId=195448&catId=416&leafCatId=41604

-Chrome Straight Banjo Fitting-3/8 in. x 10mm 19-2539
-Chrome 35 Degree 3/8 in.-10mm Banjo Fitting 19-2545
-Chrome Single Bolt for BMW, Ducati and Suzuki 15-910
-3/8 in./10mm Copper Crush Washers 19-3395
would I need all of these pieces to put the brake line in?

Yes.


But, I would go with Russell fittings, they are cheaper. AN fittings are AN fittings, 10mm banjos are 10mm banjos. So,

-Chrome Straight Banjo Fitting-3/8 in. x 10mm 19-2539 $10.99
vs.
-Russell Brake Line Fitting-3/8 in./10mm Banjo x #3 Male Straight 191340 $6.99


-Chrome 35 Degree 3/8 in.-10mm Banjo Fitting 19-2545 $10.99
vs.
Russell Brake Line Fitting-3/8 in. /10mm Banjo x #3 Male 35 degree 191341 $6.99


-Chrome Single Bolt for BMW, Ducati and Suzuki 15-910 $6.99

Less than Russell on the single bolt, comes with crushwashers, I think.

The Russell lines at Summit Racing are a few $ less.

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/RUS-656012/

-3/8 in./10mm Copper Crush Washers 19-3395 $3.99

I think the copper look better, but check to see if the bolt come with the washers, I think they do.

Or just go by what DK says.

A few more $, but it is your money.

There are a few threads that have links to assembled brake lines as well. If I remember it was not a bad price either.

I think it was an ebay seller.

Eric

[djg42]

thanks for shining some light for me tejasmud, much appreciated!! Ill definitely take the Russel parts you mentioned instead.
is this a pre-assembled brake line i could use as you mentioned?

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/RUS-657042/

[80GS1000]

I just had a set of push-pull throttle cables made at Wright's which turned out really nice. They modified some Motion Pro cables to the specified length and the turn-around time was really quick. I bet they'd ship to you if you wanted to go that route.

[tejasmud]

thanks for shining some light for me tejasmud, much appreciated!! Ill definitely take the Russel parts you mentioned instead.
is this a pre-assembled brake line i could use as you mentioned?
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/RUS-657042/

You would still need the banjo on the -3 AN end.

Lengths are some what misleading also.

For an assembled hose, which has both banjos the measure is from the center of the banjo I believe.

The -3 AN to -3 AN hose is usually measured from the AN fittings, where the banjos in somecases will give you 3/4 to 1 inch more in length. A 18 inch line turns out like a 20 inch line.

From calling Russell direct if I remember correct, the line you have in the link is measured from banjo center to the -3 AN fitting. This would not include the additional length of the banjo needed.

The first time I bought lines, they were too long is how I know.





If you don't feel comfortable doing your own, pre-made is the way to go.

Russell, Goodridge are not the only option.

I looked for that other link I mentioned, but could not find it.

But, also, out there, for brake lines.

http://www.paragonperformance.com/Suzuki%20GS1100.html

http://www.spieglerusa.com/

http://www.usahel.com/

Ray mentioned, "Terry Cables Hesperia, California" not familiar with them, but if that is who Ray uses I would bet they are pretty decent.

I looked it up. http://www.terrycable.com/ , maybe for your throttle cable.

Make your own, is not as hard as it seems. Lots of info on how-to.

Ed's "Do-it-yourself" thread

http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum/showthread.php?t=114521

Brians site, Katmans, "Do-it-yourself"

http://www.bwringer.com/gs/brakelines.html

[djg42]

Ok, i got the pieces in the mail. to do the front brake. I thought id be able to find online how to put them together, but haven't found anything yet and i dont know how. Also, they didn't come with the washer like they were supposed to.
Can I get regular 10mm washers, or are "crush washers" something special? Can anyone tell me how I go about puting this brake line together?


her are the peices i got,
7/16 #3MALE STR
7/16 #3MALE 35 CHR

10MM CHROME BANJO BOLT

[Nessism]

Ok, i got the pieces in the mail. to do the front brake. I thought id be able to find online how to put them together, but haven't found anything yet and i dont know how. Also, they didn't come with the washer like they were supposed to.
Can I get regular 10mm washers, or are "crush washers" something special? Can anyone tell me how I go about puting this brake line together?


her are the peices i got,
7/16 #3MALE STR
7/16 #3MALE 35 CHR

10MM CHROME BANJO BOLT

Remove the plastic cap on the bottom of the banjo fitting and thread the male end into the matching female fitting on the hose. Snug down fitting using two wrenches and done. Do the same thing for the hose end on the other side but don't tighten it down until its in place on the bike.

Crush washers are soft and compress under the sharp edges of the banjo fitting thus providing a seal. You need crush washers, regular washers won't seal since they won't crush.

[djg42]

Thanks, is it ok to re-use the banjo bolts (with new washers) from the old brake line?
Also, I assume you have to line up the holes in the banjo bolt to the connector?

[recycled64]

Thanks, is it ok to re-use the banjo bolts (with new washers) from the old brake line?
Also, I assume you have to line up the holes in the banjo bolt to the connector?

No, that is, if you're talking about the horizontal holes just under the hex,
the fluid moves through the circular chamber created by the internal shape on the banjo itself.
And yes to the first question, sorry, as long as they're not damaged, such as stripped threads, etc.
AND, oh yeah, if your new banjos are the same thickness as your old ones. 10mm crush washers for brake lines are generally available from most any local dealer. Usually chrome-plated copper. One-time use only.

[djg42]

Thanks! One last thing, is there trick to filling the new lines up with fluid? Or do I just have to bleed regularly?