Bandit Alley
MODEL SPECIFIC => SUZUKI BANDIT 600 thru 1200 - AIR/OIL COOLED TECHNICAL => Topic started by: Sven on April 03, 2006, 10:18:33 AM
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I am about to need to replace my brake/clutch fluid. I saw an archived thread about "blinker fluid", but that will have to wait until I can afford to buy the higher-end "turn indicator fluid".
Since the brake/clutch use the US DOT 4 generic brake fluid, is there any reason not to buy whatever's cheapest at AutoZone?
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I'm not sure about the brake fluid but when you get around to it you DEFINITELY don't want to go el-cheapo on the blinker fluid. You'll lose a few HPs and may even void the warranty! :shock: Genuine Suzuki is the only way to go there. And for God's sake don't forget, if you've gone to aftermarket, flushmount blinkers, to get the special flushmount fluid!
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None that I can think of.
But when you get your blinker fluid - don't forget to get the high compression blinker & tail light gaskets!
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I don't think the blinker fluid will need to be changed any time soon; nobody in this area ever uses a blinker for any purpose. It's more fun to just leave 'em guessing what you might do at any time...
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OK, I've been through all the books, and I can't see anything which tells me how much fluid I would need for either the brake or the clutch. I'm guessing a pint will be more than enough since it looks like there's just the two reservoirs plus whatever is inside the hydraulic cables...about 6 oz each?
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Sounds close... maybe a little more on the front since there's two calipers.
A 16oz bottle ought to do.
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... than enough since it looks like there's just the two reservoirs plus whatever is inside the hydraulic cables...about 6 oz each?
Make that three reservoirs...... :stickpoke: :stickpoke:
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There's a back brake? :shock:
:stickpoke: :motorsmile:
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I was only gonna change the brake fluid on the driver's side, not on the passenger side. :monkeymoon:
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A little off topic but don't forget that if you get a flat....just turn the tire over.
It's only flat on the bottom! :beers:
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I thought tires were like underwear:
You just turn them inside out and keep going.
(Or was that: They both have skidmarks?)
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Sven,
Seriously, it doesn't matter what fluid you use if you change it as a matter of practice and don't race. So, boiling point and water tolerance aren't at issue. Buy any old fluid.
Now, that said, Valvoline 5.1 is DOT 4 compatible and a partial synthetic (if I remember right). It's also really cheap and available everywhere. I've used it in my bikes and in my Fords (God help me) for years and it's what I use when I work on others' machines. Treat yourself.
Marc/Atlanta
'insomniac
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Marc, I haven't picked up anything yet, so I'll look for the Valvoline 5.1. Thanks!
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Comedy central here..anyway, I change brake and clutch fluid twice year,with DOT4, as it is readily availabele from the dealer I work at. The Focus uses it, so do I. Makes a difference changing fluid....better brake feel etc.[/img]
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Comedy central here..anyway, I change brake and clutch fluid twice year,with DOT4, as it is readily availabele from the dealer I work at. The Focus uses it, so do I. Makes a difference changing fluid....better brake feel etc.[/img]
Interesting thoughts. I would imagine there's an overall equation involving time, heat, and use (miles) that creates a "sweet spot" for timing the fluid changes.
However, the process is a pain in the @$$ and I don't want to do it any more than is reasonable. I don't know how one person is supposed to pump the right hand brake handle and bleed the left hand caliper, so I was lucky to have a helper.
As for the comdey...Um, I'm gonna take advice based on a Focus?! What, the Adobe is no longer in production? (You know, the little car made of clay.)
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I just read first post and this is a no shit sherlock answer but make sure you dont get brake fluid on any part of the bike with colour unless you like rawwwwwww. :monkeymoon: :monkeymoon: