Sweaty Clutch!

[D-Rider]

No - it wouldn't be fair to ask for freebies but I might ask him where I can get some from - maybe they can sell lengths themselves.

In fact, looking at their website, I think they do - and this is presumably what they've sent you:


This Tygon tubing looks as though it may be a suitable alternative (and maybe also for low pressure fuel hoses) .... need to confirm the diameters are right though.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1-4-Tygon-Tu ... 0031268911

Description


If you buy this item, you will receive 12" of Clear Tubing for brake fluid and other harsh chemicals (Low pressure, see details).

√ Clear;
√ Soft;
√ Easy to curve;
√ Simple to cut.


This tubing is not a PVC tubing. PVC is cheap and will degrade with harsh chemicals. Our tubing is a high quality product virtually unaffected by chemicals.

Each quantity ordered equals to 12" in length. For example, if a quantity of 3 is ordered, we will send you a 36" of tube.

Note: To be used for the * Low Pressure * portion of your braking system only, i.e. between the Brake Fluid reservoir and the master cylinder. This is not a high pressure hose for your Brake line. For off-road usage.

[falcofreddie]

D Rider - Yes, I guess it is - they've sent me lengths of 4 different internal diameter tubing - I think it's only the smallest one that will the right size. I did call an Aprilia main dealer to find out correct diameter, but he couldn't help (told me Aprilia price is about £17 though - for 6.5 cms of tubing !!).

I've not got any accurate measuring tools, but reckon according to my trusty perspex ruler that the smallest diameter tubing is 6 mm. I need to get the old one off (should be in next couple of days) to check it is the correct size - if it is right, I think there should be enough to make up two 6.5 - 7 cm lengths (I think this is right for standard reservoir to lever assembly length). If all the above works out, do you want the length of piping I don't use? If so, Pm me your address and I will post to you

[D-Rider]

D Rider - Yes, I guess it is - they've sent me lengths of 4 different internal diameter tubing - I think it's only the smallest one that will the right size. I did call an Aprilia main dealer to find out correct diameter, but he couldn't help (told me Aprilia price is about £17 though - for 6.5 cms of tubing !!).

I've not got any accurate measuring tools, but reckon according to my trusty perspex ruler that the smallest diameter tubing is 6 mm. I need to get the old one off (should be in next couple of days) to check it is the correct size - if it is right, I think there should be enough to make up two 6.5 - 7 cm lengths (I think this is right for standard reservoir to lever assembly length). If all the above works out, do you want the length of piping I don't use? If so, Pm me your address and I will post to you

Oooh yes please.
I'll have a quick measure up first to check how much I need (I changed mine as I needed them a little longer than standard on my set-up). As long as there's enough that would be excellent but if not, there's no point in putting you to the trouble.
I'll try to get a measuring device to them ASAP

[randomsquid]

We seem to have a lot of 5mm and 6.5mm tubing just lying about at work. I'll have a look at the spec next time I'm in. We use it for dangerous gas at fairly low pressures but I can look it up on the supplier website when I get the part code. It works well for brake bleeding, allegedly...

[Falconihlist]

If it doesn't turn the tube opaque, it would look rather cool with the inevitable black fluid running through it

[D-Rider]

We seem to have a lot of 5mm and 6.5mm tubing just lying about at work. I'll have a look at the spec next time I'm in. We use it for dangerous gas at fairly low pressures

Sounds like it could be just the stuff for Hanna ..........

[falcofreddie]

Tubing is now on and all appears to be fine. I have also applied my high tech linear measuring device to the remaining piece and ensuing complex calculations (best you don't know the details) suggest the remaining piece is 7.8 cm, give or take a couple of inches (only joking!! ).

D Rider: :I used about 6 cm on mine, but appreciate the remaining piece may not be long enough for you - re - reading this suggests another dangerous sway towards a site of a very different sort - is the remaining neoprene tubing long enough for your purposes?!!

Right, I'm finishing this post now and off for a beer before I get barred from the site........

[D-Rider]

Hi Freddie .... I also had a quick, non-scientific measure-up tonight. Not that accurate as it was in the failing twilight.
Unfortunately it seems that I need 2 pieces - each of about 85mm - so I don't think you've enough left over to do either side of mine.
Thanks anyway for offering what you had left over.

I'll have a word with Hel and see if they can sell me some.

[falcofreddie]

No problem D Rider - I'm sure you'll get good service from HEL - Sean couldn't have been more helpful and efficient

[randomsquid]

I'll have a word with Hel and see if they can sell me some.

I'll have a look if we have anything at work tomorrow.

[D-Rider]

I'll have a word with Hel and see if they can sell me some.

I'll have a look if we have anything at work tomorrow.

cheers

[randomsquid]

I'll have a word with Hel and see if they can sell me some.

I'll have a look if we have anything at work tomorrow.

cheers

All we have is cheap PVC tubing, like this.

https://uk.vwr.com/app/catalog/Product? ... r=228-0108

It might not be up to the job, think it's only only specced -10 to +60c. I'll have a few foot of 5 and 6.5 mm ID under my hump when I pop over to Griff's tomorrow. If you're not there and it looks useful I can pop it in the post.

[D-Rider]

I've just found a source of Official Brembo fluid reservoir tubing and have ordered a metre of the stuff

http://www.moto-racing.co.uk/cat--Bremb ... pares.html

Quite a lot of other Brembo stuff too - though most of it is their racing range (for which they do sell spares)