Brembo RCS

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  1. stevebetts

    stevebetts Well-Known Member

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    So, was the pro bolt banjo the same as the Brembo?
    It seems to be OK since i increased the torque to 3 white fingers, but i will keep a close eye on it.
    Because Bob mentioned this before i fitted, i screwed the banjo into the RCS off the bike to have a look. The banjo seems to bottom out to early. The female thread on the MC should be deeper or the threaded section on the banjo shorter.

    Sizes were great J thanks.
    I still may buy the proper RCS kit though.
    Just didnt want to spend another £50 on it at the mo.
     
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    Jamiestrada JamieMultiTraitor

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    Tbh the pro bolt was exactly the same as the supplied Brembo banjo, I agree it bottoms out to early and that's why you need excess washers, I adopted the three white knuckle technique as its impossible to get a socket on the bolt !
    I then tied the lever back with a ty wrap overnight to aid bleeding and check for leaks as you did :) all seems fine now I am using 4

    The bracket looks good why spend money on one :) might look more factory sprayed black ?
     
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    arthurbikemad A very helpful Gent

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    I cut the bolts down then they fit fine.. :)
     
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    stevebetts Well-Known Member

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    I was just thinking of turning a bit off the end myself!
    Thanks Arthur.
     
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    arthurbikemad A very helpful Gent

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    It's coz the Hel banjos are thinner than most... :)
     
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    how much do the bolts need to be cut/ground down? as rough estimate?

    thanks
     
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    arthurbikemad A very helpful Gent

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    Around two or three threads, or 2mm ish.


    forgot to say looks good Steve.
     
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    wow, but its surprising that this wasnt compensated for by an extra washer or two
     
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    Rode the bike for the first time yesterday with the RCS and clutch lever fitted.
    Cant believe how much better the brakes feel!
    Thanks to all the guys that recommended them - especially Jamie who forced me to buy it! lol
    The clutch lever is very smooth too.
    Only one complaint with the clutch lever - the cable is too far from the bars where it outlets from the lever and fouls on the speedo housing when approaching full lock. No major issue, its just not perfect.
     
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    Jamiestrada JamieMultiTraitor

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    Cant believe you listened to me lol but glad you like it, it is so much better, You think I should dhell out for the clutch lever then ? is it worth the cash apart from looks alone (not that that bothers me lol)
     
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    I always listen to you Jamie! Dont always take any notice.......lol
    Yes, I recommend the clutch lever for function and looks!
     
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    Steve, you've just hit on one of my classic excuses to Jeanette.

    " I was listening, I just wasn't paying attention."
     
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    Jamiestrada JamieMultiTraitor

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    Just won a clutch lever and perch on eBay :) thanks for the tip Steve :)

    Happy but my wife is very pissed off with me right now :( apparently I can't just buy myself birthday presents, and I am a dick ! She's right as usual but she does not have a Brembo clutch lol
     
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    stevebetts Well-Known Member

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    I think that's pretty universal Ken!
     
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    stevebetts Well-Known Member

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    Oh dear, sorry J.
    But at least you have the clutch lever!
     
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    Jamiestrada JamieMultiTraitor

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    I will be ok she loves me :D
     
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    stevebetts Well-Known Member

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    Oh I see.....how much has it cost you then?
    New dress/shoes/jewelry?
     
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    Jamiestrada JamieMultiTraitor

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    All the above I guess Steve :(
     
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    Cheers dude need to wait a few week now as its me little lads birthday on thursday all my fund have gone on a party and xbox360 games etc lol!!! how much was it?
     
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    £150 plus delivery.
    Think it was £159 total.
     
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