Hi,
Can anyone advise me on a suitable upgrade for the Front Brake Master Cylinder?

I have been looking at the 2004 Ninja ZX6R master cylinder, i checked the brake lever and they will fit this

What do you reckon?

 

hmm, without looking, I take it that you do not have a radial M/C? and the 2004 does?

 

Yeah, my calipers are bolted to the fork , via bolts running right angle to the rotor, otherwise i would of just used 2004 ZX6R calipers :-), but i can still use the 2004 Master Cylinder right?

 

Off hand, I do not see why you could not use the M/C swap. Same clip on diameter (7/8") most likely. Not sure on the line placements and lengths either but it does sound do-able.

 

Nice one!
I give it a go and let you know how i get on

 

Problem is the amount of fluid that the m/c moves per mm of lever movement. That basically depends on the piston diameter. If it's too much your brakes will feel very firm and take a hell of a lot of pressure to slow you. If it isn't enough, there will be excessive lever movement but a lot of braking power for very little actual pressure on the lever.

The m/c needs to be matched to your calipers to give you the feel, pressure and lever movement that you're comfortable with.

Radial and non-radial master cylinders and calipers can be mixed. It's only the mounting method and doesn't impact on the operation.

Rob

 

Cheers Rob!
I managed to get a M/C from fleabay for a cheap price so its worth a try, if it not work then i can just resell it

I'm looking later to replace the calipiers for a Bandit or GSXR600 as the older ones have the same bolt spacing (90mm).

Lets see if this m/c makes a diff

Will keep you guys posted