The new GSX-R has rubber brake lines, so that is still legal. Ducati has been doing braided steel lines on their bikes for a long time and I think the black sheathing is just to protect painted surfaces the lines might rub against.Pretty sure D.O.T., TUV, et al require braided lines (steel/Kevlar) which have to meet their respective requirements. Also pretty sure this has been status quo for quite some time now.
But that doesn't seem to matter to riders who gravitate to aftermarket ones with fancy colors and designs which will not improve braking performance. It will only be a cosmetic change in spite of what the vendors claim.
Is it possible to ask the dealer to save the old brake line, and then would it be possible to compare it to a new one to see if there are any differences? Maybe a pic, side by side, if that’s possible. Also, maybe ask if the routing of the line is different.My rear brake line will be replaced at the dealer while it is there to replace the fuel sender.
Is it possible to ask the dealer to save the old brake line, and then would it be possible to compare it to a new one to see if there are any differences? Maybe a pic, side by side, if that’s possible. Also, maybe ask if the routing of the line is different.
2 crimps instead of one where line is attached to fittings. I probably won't get the old one back, but I can take a photo of the new one when I get the SS back.Is it possible to ask the dealer to save the old brake line, and then would it be possible to compare it to a new one to see if there are any differences? Maybe a pic, side by side, if that’s possible. Also, maybe ask if the routing of the line is different.
Should not be.The dealer is ordering the parts for my bike. Just curious, is there any out of pocket cost involved with this?
The new hose is quite different. Better crimps and better insulated too, presumably to try and resist the heat soak from the exhaust.Is it possible to ask the dealer to save the old brake line, and then would it be possible to compare it to a new one to see if there are any differences? Maybe a pic, side by side, if that’s possible. Also, maybe ask if the routing of the line is different.