2 or 3 brake lines?

[mikerj]

Originally Posted by jambo

The shortest ammount of line you can use, and thus the most "direct" system is one line down to the right caliper and a short one from there up and over the mudguard to the left caliper. This isn't a "race" setup as it's not allowed by ACU rules, but I rather like it.

The 3 line setup is very neat but it does cost more.

The 2 line "race" setup is perfectly fine if it's fitted carefully. Often the lines are not routed very carefully and rub on bits of plastic, and generally look untidy to my eyes.

Jambo

I'd agree with this, the two line "race" setup definitely takes a bit more time and care to install neatly than a setup with a single line from master cylinder. I found I had to mess around with my HEL lines for quite a while to get a route where the lines weren't twisted, and they didn't rub over the full range of steering lock and suspension travel - the Venhill hoses are a bit easier to install because the separate banjos mean you eliminate any static twist in the hose irrespective of routing.

I also had to get some rubber lined hose clamps to attach the hoses to the lower yoke, the standard hose clip isn't really suitable and if you don't attach them here they flap about and rub on various bits of the bike.

After having a play on my mates fazer, i came to realise how shocking my breaks were!
Will i notice a drastic difference with braided hoses? Looking to put a Venhill 2 line set up on.

Webber, I would be looking at the calipers too and give them a good clean while they are off for the new lines to be fitted.


Oh and I have ordered a 2 line HEL set, not here yet but I can't wait to get them on.

Yer i will do, would love some gsxr ones but cant seem to find adapter plates that haven't been shot down in flames on here aha

[garynortheast]

2 line setup for me too.

I fitted 2 line hel not long ago.

Brakes are much better, looks much better (less clutter).

Just ordered Goodridge Shadow 2 line kit. There's a 25% discount from Demon Tweaks. Top range lines for £48.