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weak front brakes

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by caddymankc, Jun 7, 2008.

  1. caddymankc

    caddymankc New Member

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    Ive been reading around on this site for a while but didn't find exactly what i was looking for. On my 650maxim the front brakes didnt seem to be grabing that great so i cleaned the pads and checked the fluid but everything is good,pads have plenty of life and the rotor is fine.
    I read about ss lines but cannot find them for my bike, has anyone done a dual front disk swap on theres?What do i all need to swap or fix my stock brakes?I might need to fix it before i get it inspected.
     
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    Spongy handle is it ?

    I rebuilt the Master Cylinder on my 650G and that fixed the problem. Stops good with single caliper.
     
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    caddymankc New Member

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    Handle isn't that spongy just doesnt seem like its putting out enough pressure, how much do one of those rebuild kits costs?
     
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    Mine isnt spongy either, and dont grab all that great, but my biggest problem i think is fork seal oil getting on the rotors.
     
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    $20-30.
    You need to hone out the master cylinder before you install it.
    You will need a set of snap ring pliers also.
     
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    Fork oil doesn't do those rotors or pads any good at all. Need to replace those seals ASAP !
     
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    Can most cycle shops hone the cyclinder?
     
    caddymankc, Jun 8, 2008
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    Yes, they can but for $10 for a hone (that you will probably use again later or loan to a neighbor) why not spring for the tool and do it yourself?
    The shop will charge you at least a half an hour of time ($35 or so in this neck of the woods).
     
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