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Offline awol72

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brake caliper upgrade
« on: April 08, 2013, 22:33:27 »
I've been advised to change the brake calipers  on my k7 v strom any recommendations as to other calipers to use and are they straight .
swap or do I need to change brake lines etc
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Offline thebigcheese

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Re: brake caliper upgrade
« Reply #1 on: April 08, 2013, 22:40:14 »
here is a set on ebay; http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/151022133173? ... 1423.l2649

why were you advised to change you calipers, are they damaged?

I had considered the above upgrade, but funds won't allow it. some people report a bigger change from changing to ebc brake pads and upgrading the braided steel brake lines. Decent brake fluid as well.
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Offline awol72

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Re: brake caliper upgrade
« Reply #2 on: April 08, 2013, 22:44:22 »
calipers in bad condition  corrosion seized sliders previous owner used to leave bike out in rain
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Offline thebigcheese

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Re: brake caliper upgrade
« Reply #3 on: April 08, 2013, 22:47:14 »
something like the above is maybe a good bet, not sure if it is dear at the current price, don't think you need longer lines either.
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Re: brake caliper upgrade
« Reply #4 on: April 09, 2013, 12:10:49 »
Minkyhead upgraded using GSXR600 bits. Search for "GSXR brakes on a strom" to find the thread with pics - can't access it at work at the moment  :thumb:
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