25-05-13, 06:39 AM
As the youngest FZS 600s are now 10 years old,its a wise idea to replace OEM hoses(especially if they are the originals). Yamaha recommend changing brake hoses every 4 years & overhauling master cylinders & replacing caliper piston seals every 2 years. This isn't a cheap exercise(especially using Yamaha parts) but like everything else that suffers from gradual & progressive wear-you sometimes only notice the deterioration in performance when you ride a new bike & can make a comparison!
I recently replaced the rubber hoses with Goodridge lines & have stripped & cleaned the rear caliper which was underperforming. Will replace all the rubber seals @ end of riding season when I also tackle the swing arm @ rear suspension bearings.
Its nice to be able to use the bikes performance & reassuring to know that the brakes are there when needed & as good as their design allows :lol
I recently replaced the rubber hoses with Goodridge lines & have stripped & cleaned the rear caliper which was underperforming. Will replace all the rubber seals @ end of riding season when I also tackle the swing arm @ rear suspension bearings.
Its nice to be able to use the bikes performance & reassuring to know that the brakes are there when needed & as good as their design allows :lol