I need a LONG brake cable for a ZX

Alberta Boy · Sep 29, 2009

Does anyone know where I can find a LONG brake line for a ZX Doo? I already have the "X" model brake line and it is tight with my 7" riser. I want to put in a 9" riser and need a longer line. Who sells one that is at least 3" longer than the X model?

DaveB · Sep 29, 2009

Isn't the fitting at the brake caliper side a double flare? (automotive type?) Trying to remember my ZX.....but I'm pretty sure I just built a 4 or 5 inch long steel extension at the caliper end. (You can buy pre-flared lengths of brake line at most auto parts places too) If my memory is all fouled up, sorry. LOL.

vendetta · Sep 29, 2009

just go to royal distributing they have one that will fit and they are like 45$ and work great

Rob

Alberta Boy · Sep 29, 2009

Thanks guys... my sled is 4000 km away from me... does anyone have a picture of the 2 ends that I could take into the automotive shop or will they know what I need.

What length is a standard brake line and x model brake line. I need to know how long to get it.

THanks!

DaveB · Sep 29, 2009

Lets wait for a guy who has a ZX to jump in with a pic. Pretty sure I used 3/16 hard line with double flares at each end....then just an adapter between the factory line and the extension.....but lets not rely on my beer fogged memory....I've had a few sleds over the years....LOL.

Alberta Boy · Sep 29, 2009

DaveB said:
Lets wait for a guy who has a ZX to jump in with a pic. Pretty sure I used 3/16 hard line with double flares at each end....then just an adapter between the factory line and the extension.....but lets not rely on my beer fogged memory....I've had a few sleds over the years....LOL.

LOL... fair enough! It is easier to buy stuff for your sled when it is close to you!

DaveB · Sep 29, 2009

I've been looking for underhood pics all over here and Dootalk....I found a S chassis with a pic showing the brake and it's got a banjo fitting on the brake caliper....I might be thinking about my old XLT (had a 670 in it...so honest mistake).

http://www.royaldistributing.com/ShoppingCart/MiddleRedirect.aspx?page=Snow2009/244.html

This is the part Vendetta was talking about.....

MARCUSO · Sep 29, 2009

You can go to Mopac and they have the banjo fittings, some short brake lines and adapters.
Or just go to your local Harley Davidson dealer. They run the same ends... but you will pay... that is what HD stands for... hundred dollars, hundred dollars...

I believe the rev model brake lines are longer. They let me go to 2" taller, and I think you went 4" taller Dave..and it was fine... NO?

Braden, I can measure both of mine if you want.... and you can compare to the ZX

8alltheway · Sep 29, 2009

I got a custom yellow brake line from a guy here a few yrs ago by the name of RevBaron i think. Not sure if he still sells them or not, or if he's even on snowest anymore but it may be worth a shot:beer;

cwarner20 · Sep 29, 2009

Auto parts store

Any good auto parts store should have all the parts you need a coupler and a six inch piece of brake line and some bending and you good as new...

vendetta · Sep 30, 2009

thats the one alberta. mine bolted right on and have had no issues

Rob

Alberta Boy · Sep 30, 2009

MARCUSO said:
You can go to Mopac and they have the banjo fittings, some short brake lines and adapters.
Or just go to your local Harley Davidson dealer. They run the same ends... but you will pay... that is what HD stands for... hundred dollars, hundred dollars...

I believe the rev model brake lines are longer. They let me go to 2" taller, and I think you went 4" taller Dave..and it was fine... NO?

Braden, I can measure both of mine if you want.... and you can compare to the ZX

Thanks Cuso... looking at Royal distributing, the REV is 7" longer than the ZX. These ones are 42" for REV and only 35" for ZX. I will have to get Farmer Mike to measure what i currently have so I don't order the same length!

Get Lucky · Sep 30, 2009

Sorryguys the auto parts store will not help, banjo fittins on both ends.

This off my02 mxz 800 renagad to put on a zx brake line.

Get Lucky

Alberta Boy · Oct 1, 2009

thanks getlucky... Now all I need to know is how long MY existing line is before I buy a new one

Does anyone know if the REV cable is the same... just length difference???

raceu4it · Oct 1, 2009

a pmd extended brake line will work, the only difference is the slight twist at master cylinder end, have both in stock. and still no luck on your used tank yet.

Alberta Boy · Oct 1, 2009

raceu4it said:
a pmd extended brake line will work, the only difference is the slight twist at master cylinder end, have both in stock. and still no luck on your used tank yet.

How long is the pmd extended brake line? Send me a pm with the price and length of both. I did find a used tank Dusty... I found a good deal on a used one and bought it... thanks for looking! Do you have a pair of 450 or 560 jets for the 2003 ZX (sorry, I can't remember what the carbs are but they are the shorter jets)

Thanks!

stumpy2000 · Oct 3, 2009

did you check into the braided steel line that was available for the snow check mxz's? i used to ride with a guy who had the same issue & i'm pretty sure that's what he ended up doing (might be a little pricey though).harley davidson is also a good bet...the shop where i live works on the "flat rate":beer;:beer;:beer;

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Alberta Boy · Oct 3, 2009

stumpy2000 said:
did you check into the braided steel line that was available for the snow check mxz's? i used to ride with a guy who had the same issue & i'm pretty sure that's what he ended up doing (might be a little pricey though).harley davidson is also a good bet...the shop where i live works on the "flat rate":beer;:beer;:beer;:beer;:beer;:beer;

I already have the snow check braided line... that is what I refered to as the "X" brake line... I need another few inches to use the 9" riser plus another 2.5" rise in my pro-taper bars

olymon · Oct 3, 2009

I used to have a number for a Honda dirt bike brake line that would fit perfectly. Does anyone remember this number from the old snow west forum? They are pretty long and fair priced if I remember right.

2walla · Oct 3, 2009

throttle cable?

What are you running for throttle cables, I am looking at raising the bars on my 03 zx 700 about the same height. Thanks!

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