Installing Galfer brake and clutch lines

wolf1 · 01-30-2015, 10:41 AM

I am anxiously awaiting the arrival of new Galfer stainless brake and clutch lines. I will be installing them within the next couple of weeks. Any suggestions, pointers, or shortcuts out there?

dshelly · 01-30-2015, 12:24 PM

Yeah, don't get brake fluid on your paint. Otherwise it's pretty straight forward.

**PNBR549@Bell** · 01-30-2015, 12:28 PM

Speed bleeders !

wolf1 · 01-30-2015, 03:42 PM

Thanks, I've got the front fender off and I have a bleeder. I just ordered master cylinder rebuild kits too. I figured with 85,000 miles it couldn't hurt.

VulcanE · 01-30-2015, 04:00 PM

Never used "speed bleeders" before, but I am a big fan of the MityVac! The only problem I had was getting the OEM front brake line thru the triple tree, other than that, it was a breeze.
A side note............. after you install them, go practice a couple of panic stops, you'll be amazed at how quick the wheels lock up with the new lines.

wolf1 · 01-30-2015, 04:10 PM

Thanks Cliff. You can never practice emergency braking too much. I am a rider training instructor and I not only teach but take training courses every year. Rode the Nomad at Laguna Seca last year!!!

skullbagger · 01-30-2015, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by vulcane

never used "speed bleeders" before, but i am a big fan of the mityvac! The only problem i had was getting the oem front brake line thru the triple tree, other than that, it was a breeze.
A side note............. After you install them, go practice a couple of panic stops, you'll be amazed at how quick the wheels lock up with the new lines.

second the mighty vac

**Iamriding** · 01-30-2015, 06:39 PM

On my Yamaha I installed aftermarket brake lines. Found out the hard way that the torque value was lower for the aftermarket banjo bolt.

Oh snap...

Literally...

wolf1 · 01-30-2015, 07:15 PM

Bummer! I'll be sure to download the instructions from Galfer's website. I am pretty mechanically inclined and do all my own work except tire changes, so it's sounding like a pretty straight forward job.

RiseLikeRa · 01-30-2015, 09:37 PM

I have used the Galfer brakes and lines on various bikes for about 15 years now. you will not be disappointed. The pads sound like they are killing your rotor. They are not. You will get used to the sound. Enjoy

Ra

Kybenz · 01-31-2015, 08:19 AM

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Originally Posted by wolf1

I am anxiously awaiting the arrival of new Galfer stainless brake and clutch lines. I will be installing them within the next couple of weeks. Any suggestions, pointers, or shortcuts out there?

Mind me asking where you got yours and pricing? Did you get the one piece front or 2 line double banjo? Would love to see the finished work as I am contemplating that same winter project.

wolf1 · 01-31-2015, 07:04 PM

I first went to Galfer website and found the correct part number, then went on line at Amazon. I found them for sale on Amazon by powersportsuperstore.com. Total for front and rear brake lines and clutch just under $200.00. The front is a three line kit, one line from the master cylinder that goes to a sealed splitter and then one line to each caliper. I will post photos after I get them installed. I have decided to do a master cylinder rebuild at the same time since I've got 85,000 miles. I'm not sure they need the rebuild, but why not do it since I'm going to have the system apart anyway.

Vulcan Bill · 02-01-2015, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Iamriding

On my Yamaha I installed aftermarket brake lines. Found out the hard way that the torque value was lower for the aftermarket banjo bolt.
Oh snap...
Literally...

Right there is what I like about this forum. That's a crucial piece of information that probably be won't be in the installation instructions.

As VulcanE said, removing the lines from the lower tree feed thru is a bit of a puzzle but once you figure it out its a snap.

Kybenz · 02-01-2015, 12:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Vulcan Bill

As VulcanE said, removing the lines from the lower tree feed thru is a bit of a puzzle but once you figure it out its a snap.

Couldn't you just get out the trusty side cutters and make the job easier?
Not like you are going to reuse the lines, or am I missing something?

VulcanE · 02-01-2015, 01:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Kybenz

Couldn't you just get out the trusty side cutters and make the job easier?
Not like you are going to reuse the lines, or am I missing something?

You are correct, and that's exactly what I did.

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wolf1 Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Boise, ID Posts: 50	Installing Galfer brake and clutch lines I am anxiously awaiting the arrival of new Galfer stainless brake and clutch lines. I will be installing them within the next couple of weeks. Any suggestions, pointers, or shortcuts out there? Login or Register to Remove Ads
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dshelly Sr. Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Belgrade, MT Posts: 2,824	Yeah, don't get brake fluid on your paint. Otherwise it's pretty straight forward. __________________ Dave "(dshelly)" Shellenberger 2014 Harley Ultra Classic 2007 1600 Nomad (Black) Shellenberger Machine Belgrade, MT Various Bagger Member (Harley Chapter) VBA # 2395
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PNBR549@Bell Join Date: May 2012 Location: Atlanta Posts: 114	Speed bleeders ! __________________ Because 2 wheels & a motor are a life long addiction ! 2006 Nomad 1600 2003 Suzuki Volusia 1998 Honda Valkyrie (Sold) 1997 Vulcan 1500 Classic (Sold)
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VulcanE Sr. Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Cartersville, Georgia Posts: 4,838	Never used "speed bleeders" before, but I am a big fan of the MityVac! The only problem I had was getting the OEM front brake line thru the triple tree, other than that, it was a breeze. A side note............. after you install them, go practice a couple of panic stops, you'll be amazed at how quick the wheels lock up with the new lines. __________________ Cliff "VulcanE" Evans 2005 Blue & Silver 1600 Nomad VBA # 320 VROC # 20381 Login or Register to Remove Ads
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Iamriding Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 305	On my Yamaha I installed aftermarket brake lines. Found out the hard way that the torque value was lower for the aftermarket banjo bolt. Oh snap... Literally... __________________ 2003 Nomad 1500 Memphis Shades batwing fairing \| Chuckster dual plate BAK \| Dobeck EJK \| Mustang seat \| Victory Boardwalk handlebars \| Garry's fork brace with modified KLR fork boots
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01-30-2015, 03:42 PM	#4
wolf1 Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Boise, ID Posts: 50	Thanks, I've got the front fender off and I have a bleeder. I just ordered master cylinder rebuild kits too. I figured with 85,000 miles it couldn't hurt.
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01-30-2015, 04:10 PM	#6
wolf1 Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Boise, ID Posts: 50	Thanks Cliff. You can never practice emergency braking too much. I am a rider training instructor and I not only teach but take training courses every year. Rode the Nomad at Laguna Seca last year!!!
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01-30-2015, 07:15 PM	#9
wolf1 Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Boise, ID Posts: 50	Bummer! I'll be sure to download the instructions from Galfer's website. I am pretty mechanically inclined and do all my own work except tire changes, so it's sounding like a pretty straight forward job.
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01-30-2015, 09:37 PM	#10
RiseLikeRa Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Pawling, NY Posts: 186	I have used the Galfer brakes and lines on various bikes for about 15 years now. you will not be disappointed. The pads sound like they are killing your rotor. They are not. You will get used to the sound. Enjoy Ra
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01-31-2015, 07:04 PM	#12
wolf1 Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Boise, ID Posts: 50	I first went to Galfer website and found the correct part number, then went on line at Amazon. I found them for sale on Amazon by powersportsuperstore.com. Total for front and rear brake lines and clutch just under $200.00. The front is a three line kit, one line from the master cylinder that goes to a sealed splitter and then one line to each caliper. I will post photos after I get them installed. I have decided to do a master cylinder rebuild at the same time since I've got 85,000 miles. I'm not sure they need the rebuild, but why not do it since I'm going to have the system apart anyway.
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