Brakes are poor

[Stinka]

so I’m a big lad, 22 stone, but damn these brakes ain’t sharp ffs. It’s done 45k and I don’t think much has been done to her other than oil changes. Engine is sweet, just had valve clearances done and pretty much all of them were miles out. But the brakes are crap. Pull the front brake hard and it will stop but 3 finger pulls are poor at best:(


I’m thinking a fluid change would be a start, but then steel braided lines at same time will surely improve the performance?

[midden]

I'm bigger than you  and my brakes are fine with the original lines still.    try servicing the calipers check pistons move in and out properly.  Also look at the master cylinder  it may need a rebuild

[Dudeofrude]

I'd definitely say you need a fluid change, so may aswell put on the steel lines while your at it, some new pads in and then a caliper 'deep clean'.
If that still doesn't help then a full caliper strip and rebuild with new seals.
That will be about as good as the brakes can get.
If it still doesn't seem to stop well then you may want to look into the suspension

[Freck]

I'd definitely say you need a fluid change, so may aswell put on the steel lines while your at it, some new pads in and then a caliper 'deep clean'.
If that still doesn't help then a full caliper strip and rebuild with new seals.
That will be about as good as the brakes can get.
If it still doesn't seem to stop well then you may want to look into the suspension

Got to agree with Dude here, if you still think the brakes are crap after doing this maintenance then something is seriously wrong. The blue spots have been highly rated since they were introduced. I’ve always found them to be superb stoppers.

[PieEater]

Anyone on OEM brake lines should seriously get them replaced on safety grounds, Yamaha suggest a lifespan of 4 years for them !!!! Wezmoto on eBay is your best bet price-wise, exactly the same kit as Hel and the same lifetime warranty.

[Stinka]

Anyone on OEM brake lines should seriously get them replaced on safety grounds, Yamaha suggest a lifespan of 4 years for them !!!! Wezmoto on eBay is your best bet price-wise, exactly the same kit as Hel and the same lifetime warranty.

Ok cheers mate


What fluid do you all recommend?

[NorthWestern]

Any dot 4 really. Coma, car club etc

[Trebus]

Recently inherited a sealed bottle of DOT3. Used it already in a few vehicles. Must be 20 years old and has a £1.99 sticker on it 😂

[Mustang]

Serviced mine, new fluid, etc, steel lines, sintered pads. Still not as good as my 2001 fireblade brakes, they are the best I’ve ever had.

[CatalinU]

Anyone on OEM brake lines should seriously get them replaced on safety grounds, Yamaha suggest a lifespan of 4 years for them !!!! Wezmoto on eBay is your best bet price-wise, exactly the same kit as Hel and the same lifetime warranty.

I opted for these ones, as they offer multiple color choices


https://www.ebay.com/itm/Yamaha-FZS1000-Fazer-2001-2005-2-front-1-rear-Cobra-Braided-Brake-Hoses/183810656036?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649

[coffee]

Anyone on OEM brake lines should seriously get them replaced on safety grounds, Yamaha suggest a lifespan of 4 years for them !!!! Wezmoto on eBay is your best bet price-wise, exactly the same kit as Hel and the same lifetime warranty.

I opted for these ones, as they offer multiple color choices


https://www.ebay.com/itm/Yamaha-FZS1000-Fazer-2001-2005-2-front-1-rear-Cobra-Braided-Brake-Hoses/183810656036?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649

   I put Wezmoto on mine and I think theyre great quality and good price.

[CatalinU]

Looking sweet. As soon I am mounting mines, hope to improve my brakes