Author Topic: Radial Master Cylinders, RC51 mirrors, and Rearsets '05 1200 (Read 3656 times)

2005B12S · « **on:** February 05, 2007, 03:00:52 PM »

Latest mods to the '05.

Radial masters are OEM Nissin clutch (ZX14) and front brake (2006 GSXR). Excellent bolt on mod. Even the switch units are compatable.

RC51 mirrors bolt right up and are not as tall as the stock mirrors. Small adapter plates hide the mounting area that is covered by the stock rubber mirror boots.

Rearsets are ValterMoto type 1.5. They are 3 position adjustable and work very well with the Tobin seat and Helibars.

Ride On, Ed.

pmackie · « **Reply #1 on:** February 05, 2007, 03:29:34 PM »

Looks good. Nice looking bike.

I assume the RC51 mirrors are in a better position with the clip-ons? How's the view out the mirrors?

2005B12S · « **Reply #2 on:** February 06, 2007, 01:35:38 AM »

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Looks good. Nice looking bike.

I assume the RC51 mirrors are in a better position with the clip-ons? How's the view out the mirrors?

Thanks. You are exactly right. The RC mirrors are wider and lower, giving a much better view with the low bars. They also look better.

CWO4GUNNER · « **Reply #3 on:** February 06, 2007, 01:57:00 AM »

very showy and refined looking. Makes me want to grab a bottle of polish with tears in my eyes and head to the garage.

2005B12S · « **Reply #4 on:** February 12, 2007, 01:49:50 AM »

You have done it now, Showy???? Come on, she is all business

Ride report. The Radial Masters are a worthwile upgrade for the B12.

I have put a few miles on the bike with the mentioned setup.
First the masters are nice, especially the clutch. Much lighter feel, Much better gearbox action overall. The gearbox is much smoother and more positive on high rpm upshifts. It is worth the upgrade. I purchased the ZX14 unit on ebay for only $85. The switch unit is also compatable to the stock switch plugs. Very easy install.

The GSXR brake master is one finger usable with Goodrich lines and HH pads. Very powerful and progressive. Highly recommended. Another easy install, ebay find for $120.

The WP rear shock is soft and needs to be resprung soon. A little rear ride height would be great to help make the bike steer a little quicker. I am thinking of a length adj Penske in its place.

Jetting with the RS36's is spot on at 70-75F. She absolutely snorts thru 6500rpm now, the GSXR 750 cams provide a nice upper midrange rush.

The Dunlop 208's need to go. They are getting slippery at 1000 miles. Plently of tire left, they just feel greasy. Not even close to the superb Pilot Powers on my 900SS. Even considering the SS is 100lbs lighter than the B12, the Dunlops are not in the same ballpark. Plan to go with Michelin's in March, gonna try a 120/65 front to help quicken the steering. Presently have 8-10mm drop in the front and do not wanna go lower.

the rearsets are a nice hot rod setup, Ok on a bike that is ridden occasionally. I would not want them on an everyday machine.

Hope this helps, Ed.

reaper · « **Reply #5 on:** February 12, 2007, 03:04:08 PM »

hi what year did the zx14 clutch master come off and did you use the switch gear as well (off the zx14 and the gsxr) ? thanks your bike looks sweet

2005B12S · « **Reply #6 on:** February 13, 2007, 09:51:34 AM »

The ZX14 master was advertised as an '06-'07 unit.

Both master switches (ZX14 and GSXR) are original and will mate with the stock B12 wire plugs.

I knew the GSXR brake switch would work, but I was unsure about the clutch. I had planned to just close loop the switch wiring and have the bike start with the clutch disengaged. Instead, I was pleasently surprised when the stock switch plugs worked.

Thanks for the complement, Ed.

reaper · « **Reply #7 on:** February 13, 2007, 12:52:02 PM »

2005B12S thanks for that dude and again sweet ride

twigboy · « **Reply #8 on:** February 13, 2007, 10:39:52 PM »

wow, eerily i was asking myself back in jan how i could get sport bike masters onto the b12 easily. thanks for saving me a lot of time Ed.

-Ken

2005B12S · « **Reply #9 on:** February 18, 2007, 12:58:34 AM »

No problemo, thats what makes these boards valuable; The ability to share tips and tricks

BTW, I just got a close up look at the ZX14 radial brake master, the switch unit is identical to the Suzuki piece, so it will interchange as well.

Good Luck, Ed.

reaper · « **Reply #10 on:** February 18, 2007, 11:10:28 AM »

2005B12S i forgot to ask what is the bore size of that zx clutch mastercylinder ? cheers

2005B12S · « **Reply #11 on:** February 18, 2007, 01:21:57 PM »

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2005B12S i forgot to ask what is the bore size of that zx clutch mastercylinder ? cheers

Not 100% sure as I don't remember seeing it marked, but I believe 16mm. Thats a pretty standard size until you get into the high $ units (Brembo, PVM ect). They go up to 19mm but run $250 used and $400 new. Overkill on a B12.

I like it so much I am shopping a Brembo radial clutch master for the 900SS. You should try pulling in the clutch lever of one of these, after a month or two of use you will be able to crack walnuts single handed

Good Luck, Ed.

reaper · « **Reply #12 on:** February 18, 2007, 04:51:13 PM »

lol i run 3 springs in my clutch tell me about it