Brake line

[jsmith1107]

I messed up when I ordered my back brake line--how are the ends put on these? DIY or does anyone know who would do this?

Thx

 

[MaxPete]

Hi JSmith: Normally, they are swaged on with special tools. Its really not a DIY job unless you have those tools - but a local automotive machine shop or motorcycle shop might be able to help you out.

Pete

 

[5twins]

I'm pretty sure most are crimped on and a one-time deal, so what you got is what you're stuck with. A couple companies do have ends that rotate, Galfer comes to mind .....

http://galferusa.com/technical/faq/#banjo-rotation

Spiegler also .....

https://www.essexparts.com/brake-li...K4whF01gfsKdUXUvi0GLdE6Hkmx0nl59LcaAsY_8P8HAQ

 

[MaxPete]

Yup - and you'd have to cut off the end to get a new one installed. As 5Twinns points out - these hose end fittings are a one-shot deal.

 

[jsmith1107]

But I could cut it off and have a new one put on right? Or maybe I would be just better off order a new one and selling this one?

 

[MaxPete]

I would take it to a shop and see what they say. The way it is now - someone might be able to use it but if you cut the end off - you've got nothing. Also - be sure that if you cut the end off and have the correct end installed - the hose will still be long enough.

 

[weekendrider]

Drop by this place, they should be able to help. If it is a matter of a bend, they may be able to tweak what ya got. Be sure to take your old one with you.

 

[jsmith1107]

Thanks for the name---appreciate it.

 

[Zip960]

I second the idea of selling and buying a new one! Keeps the bike's progress moving forward.

 

[jsmith1107]

I second the idea of selling and buying a new one! Keeps the bike's progress moving forward.

Where are people buying these from now?

 

[Zip960]

MikesXS, EBay, and a couple others. Do goggle search....for the other vendors.

 

[weekendrider]

Kremmers couldn't help you? Try Pirtek.
http://www.pirtekusa.com/locations/pirtek-midway/

 

[jsmith1107]

I just called Pirtek this morning and they said you can't cut into a DOT hose---they have to be re-made. I will call the other place again to see if they say the same thing---if they do, where are people buying these at a good price?

 

[robinc]

You could try this site that 5twins came across, www.banggood.com
Search for 'motorcycle brake lines'
Might find what you're looking for there.

 

[Satch39]

Goodridge is another option. They have kits to MYO brake lines. http://www.dimecitycycles.com/goodridge-sniper-2-custom-mini-brake-line.html
Just pick your ends and cut to length. They make "builders kits" too that have an assortment of fittings and like 25 ft of hose if you're looking to do a couple bikes.

 

[Tomterrific]

Jegs sells diy ends for brake hose. I made my own up for my old Triumph. The banjo has a nipple that fits into the plastic part of the hose. The steel braid is opened so a brass ferrule is placed over the plastic hose. A compression nut, already on the hose, is pushed down over the braid and ferrule. The nut is then screwed onto the banjo which compresses everything together. Note, the steel braid is also grabbed which puts line damaging force on the steel rather than the weaker plastic hose inside.
Tom

 

[jsmith1107]

Hey Tom, so do you think I could just shorten my existing brake line using the DIY you mentioned above?

 

[5twins]

I would check Banggood. Their lines are only $7 or $8.

 

[mrtwowheel]

Hey Tom, so do you think I could just shorten my existing brake line using the DIY you mentioned above?

Their ends are probably not compatible with your hose.

Scott

 

[jsmith1107]

I would check Banggood. Their lines are only $7 or $8.

I looked at that website---scares me they are so cheap. You have ordered with them and no issues?