[ExHondaGuy]

Hi All,

I just got done installing Galfer brake lines on my '04 R1. I ran into some issues and wanted to share and hopefully save some folks a bit of frustration.

The top banjo bolt for the '04 Brembo master cylinder bolts from the bottom, which is tricky enough to deal with. However, even worse, with a bulkier double-line aftermarket setup, there is basically NO clearance between the fork leg and the throttle cables to get the banjo bolt aligned and threaded in. After a lot of cursing, I realized the only reasonable way to get the bolt in was to disassemble the throttle cable housing so I could move the throttle cables out of the way.

That said, the top bleeder on the Brembo MC is a great addition, and I've never had an easier time bleeding a brake system (once I got the damn lines on). My brake lever is hard as a rock now

 

[Rob Clay]

Nice of you to share Ex Honda guy
very impressed with these brakes seems like at 60mph it can stop in about 60" Swweeet !

 

[jonnyblayz]

Thanks for the info!:thumbup I have a set on the way.

 

[RUFFSTUFF]

Great info! Hey are the 04 lines the same as the 02-03 or do I have to find 04 lines? Oh duh, here's an easier question.... Where did you get your lines? :2bitchsla
I have Goodridge SS lines on the 02 and I love 'em...

 

[EE8]

Yes. I would also like to know if you can use the 02-03 lines on the 04´R1?

 

[NY2NJ]

Hi All,

I just got done installing Galfer brake lines on my '04 R1. I ran into some issues and wanted to share and hopefully save some folks a bit of frustration.

The top banjo bolt for the '04 Brembo master cylinder bolts from the bottom, which is tricky enough to deal with. However, even worse, with a bulkier double-line aftermarket setup, there is basically NO clearance between the fork leg and the throttle cables to get the banjo bolt aligned and threaded in. After a lot of cursing, I realized the only reasonable way to get the bolt in was to disassemble the throttle cable housing so I could move the throttle cables out of the way.

That said, the top bleeder on the Brembo MC is a great addition, and I've never had an easier time bleeding a brake system (once I got the damn lines on). My brake lever is hard as a rock now

Thanks for the heads-up :thumbup.

 

[jonnyblayz]

I was going to do the same project this weekend, assuming my bike gets here this week I also got the galfer lines, what was the big bleeding bolt for? Or will it be obvious once I get the bike? Thanks for the info!!!:thumbup :dunno

 

[R1 Rice Rocket]

thanks for the heads up...
Save me from a :rant moment...

 

[EE8]

Yes. I would also like to know if you can use the 02-03 lines on the 04´R1?

Since nobody answers I assume that they will fit?! I supose they do, just wanted to confirm with someone who maybe already tried.:dunno

 

[martinc]

If they screw at the very same position and need the very same fitting angle,I dont see why they wouldnt...but....