18-09-12, 09:44 AM
Yamaha supply 3 cheap rubber lines that work very well, but the last FZS600 was made nearly 10 years ago and Yamaha suggest replacement brake lines after 4 years. Even doubling this service interval, why people complain about their original brake system going off I just don't know :-D .
Replace the lines you cheapskates, your life depends on brakes!
A 2 line setup is totally legal, more direct and will work as well a 3 line providing all is set up correctly. Possibly even more so - ever see a converted race bike plump for a 3 line front setup because it's better? Your only MoT problem would be making sure the brake lines don't get jammed or rub anywhere as the brakeline splitter will no longer be used. Cable ties can do the job fine with a bit of planning.
If it were me, I'd replace the standard setup for 2 braided lines, replace all the brake piston seals, fit new SBS street excel pads and *possibly* replace the master cylinder piston / seal kit. And new dot4 brake fluid of course....
Replace the lines you cheapskates, your life depends on brakes!
A 2 line setup is totally legal, more direct and will work as well a 3 line providing all is set up correctly. Possibly even more so - ever see a converted race bike plump for a 3 line front setup because it's better? Your only MoT problem would be making sure the brake lines don't get jammed or rub anywhere as the brakeline splitter will no longer be used. Cable ties can do the job fine with a bit of planning.
If it were me, I'd replace the standard setup for 2 braided lines, replace all the brake piston seals, fit new SBS street excel pads and *possibly* replace the master cylinder piston / seal kit. And new dot4 brake fluid of course....