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  1. skimeister

    Modern alternatives to CB550 brake

    Sven, If pads are suspect, I would definitely explore the new pads option before upgrading the MC and calipers. What pads would you recommend (ceramic / metal) ?Thanks.
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    Modern alternatives to CB550 brake

    Hah, true. So any specific caliper / MC combo that would work best? Thanks.
  3. skimeister

    Modern alternatives to CB550 brake

    Thanks Scott, keeping the original look would be nice so that MC is a great option. VonYinzer, when you say "simple bracket" is it actually simple or will it turn into a project? :)
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    Modern alternatives to CB550 brake

    The front brake on my '75CB550 is as useful as braking with marshmallows. All components are fine by themselves (new pads, steel lines, rotor OK, no leaks), but the brake just doesn't "bite". Aside from grinding the rotor, I am thinking about replacing the master cylinder with something from a...
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    ***2009 - THURSDAY HANG *** Be It Wrenching in the Garage or Hanging at TIMS..

    So the Thursday nights have moved to Wednesdays? And I had absolutely nothing to do last night .....
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    ***2009 - THURSDAY HANG *** Be It Wrenching in the Garage or Hanging at TIMS..

    Wont be able to make it tonight....
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    ***2009 - THURSDAY HANG *** Be It Wrenching in the Garage or Hanging at TIMS..

    Nevermind, Tony got me covered. ;)
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    ***2009 - THURSDAY HANG *** Be It Wrenching in the Garage or Hanging at TIMS..

    Noel, got your e-mail! Great recruiting, mate! I'll be there....but my headlight burned out. I think I have a spare one, but if I don't do you have a CB light at the clubhouse I can buy? Otherwise I'll have to head back west before the sundown.... 8)
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    ***2009 - THURSDAY HANG *** Be It Wrenching in the Garage or Hanging at TIMS..

    Seriously, what's up with Thursday's weather...I shake my fist at the clouds! lovehertz> pfffff.....you can be the type of person that sits at home and watches people ride bikes on TV, or you can be riding a bike...
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    2009 GTA W.E.B. Fall and Winter Meet!!

    Re: 2009 GTA W.E.B. Tuesday Meet and Ride! Whoo hoo!! Hey, no worries! glad you got home OK! BTW, got a message from Tony later, he wouldn't been able to make it anyway.. If you think you won't be able to come by tomorrow to pick it up your bike let me know, I'll put it into garage or at...
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    2009 GTA W.E.B. Fall and Winter Meet!!

    Re: 2009 GTA W.E.B. Tuesday Meet and Ride! Whoo hoo!! where are we meeting? At Tims in Streetsville?
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    2009 GTA W.E.B. Fall and Winter Meet!!

    Re: 2009 GTA W.E.B. Tuesday Meet and Ride! Whoo hoo!! I'm in for tonight around 7, but will have to cut it short and leave around 8:30..... Who else is in?
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    ***2009 - THURSDAY HANG *** Be It Wrenching in the Garage or Hanging at TIMS..

    I'll come out...pending the weather holds ..
  14. skimeister

    2009 GTA W.E.B. Fall and Winter Meet!!

    Re: 2009 GTA W.E.B. Tuesday Meet and Ride! Whoo hoo!! Gents, I'm heading out of town today so won't be able to make it... shame since it's a real nice day for a ride :( Enjoy!
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    ***2009 - THURSDAY HANG *** Be It Wrenching in the Garage or Hanging at TIMS..

    Yah, I'll come out. Probably won't make it for 7:30 meet-up so will call someone to see where you at. Tim, can you please bring my two patchez? thanks! I'm just not cool enough without them.
  16. skimeister

    2009 GTA W.E.B. Fall and Winter Meet!!

    Re: 2009 GTA W.E.B. Tuesday Meet and Ride! Whoo hoo!! Gents, won't be able to make it tonight, have a fun ride!
  17. skimeister

    2009 GTA W.E.B. Fall and Winter Meet!!

    Re: 2009 GTA W.E.B. Tuesday Meet and Ride! Whoo hoo!! So is anyone coming out tonight? It might be chilly, so maybe just a short ride to Burrito Boyz?
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    2009 GTA W.E.B. Fall and Winter Meet!!

    Re: 2009 GTA W.E.B. Tuesday Meet and Ride! Whoo hoo!! Tonight promises to be chilly and maybe wet... I think I'm going to wimp out.
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