'02 R1150R NON-ABS

[HankPfister]

I did try a search for some info but was not successful. The front brakes on my R1150R non abs bike have gone musshy. I was going to try to flush them myself, but once I got started I found a leak in the brake line where it crosses over from right to left. Looks like original rubber lines from 2002, so I want to buy stainless brake lines. Where is a good source for these? When I get the lines I'll go to a proper mechanic to get it done, as I have not been successful bleeding brakes in the past.

Thanks!
Hank Pfister
Roanoke Va

 

[omega man]

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R1150RT Spiegler Brake Line Install Tips?

Hi Guys. You may recall in a recent post where I mentioned ordering a set of fully sintered brake pads and a set of Spiegler SS braided brake hoses for my ‘02 R1150RT. Well the pads and the brake lines have arrived. Before I start wrenching, what I’d like to know is whether any of you have any...

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Good luck.

OM

 

[PGlaves]

Spiegler! You can order from Tom Cutter at the Rubber Chicken Racing Garage.

 

[AntonLargiader]

Hank, if it's not too far to ride up here I can get them and install them.

 

[tangoalpha]

Hank, if it's not too far to ride up here I can get them and install them.

Wow! That’s an offer you cannot beat Hank! The Speigler’s are a worthwhile upgrade. I replaced mine 6 years ago.

The only other thing that I’d recommend is that you consider purchasing is a set of Speed Bleeders. It’s not absolutely necessary, but they’re inexpensive and it sure will make bleeding your brakes easier, especially if you do it yourself in the future and it’s a faster process too! http://www.speedbleeder.com/

 

[AntonLargiader]

Speed Bleeders can promote sloppy work. For instance, if you spread the pads (like you should) and want to bleed in that condition and THEN pump the pistons back out, like I do, then SBs will fight you. If you have a way of keeping the pads spread, then OK, but on the rear pads it's harder. I usually remove SBs when I'm servicing a bike.