Correct brake lever

[cmattina1]

So, I'm not sure how many of us have snapped our brake lever, but I did.

There was a wind storm late last fall that pushed my bike over during the night. it bent the front brake lever, and today, trying to bend it back, i snapped the thing.

I see on xs650direct the alloy lever for the "Magura Master Cylinder", would that be the one i am looking for if it is for a 78 special?

Also, is it an easy job to replace, or not worth messing around with if you are the slightest bit not confident???

thanks guys

 

[jchrisk1]

If you have the Magura master cylinder, it is. If you have the stock M/C, you need mikes part #08-0022. It is very simple to change. One bolt. Just don't lose the spring.

 

[cmattina1]

So, the 78Se didn't come with a magura as standard? Mine looks an awful lot like the magura... I am only asking here as my bike is across town, so I dont have the money or gas to fly all the way back there?

 

[5twins]

No, Magura controls were never standard on a 650. They're aftermarket and German made (or at least designed). Check the internet for some pics of all stock Specials to get a look at an original MC set-up. I only have shots of the Standard version on mine. Pretty much the same (less angled reservoir) though.