Bleeding front brake...spongy no matter what!

chris.p · 28-06-2020, 10:34 PM

may I suggest you change the master cylinder to a radial master cylinder, used on ebay.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/DUCATI-11...Condition=3000

Bitza · 07-07-2020, 06:38 PM

Well Chris.P I took your advice, on the basis that the four pad caliper's pistons have a larger surface area (approx + 12.5% I recon). Very problematic getting radial masters to fit in with existing switches twist grip ect. but have managed it "just". Once I worked out that the integral reservoirs (749/999 type) have a bleed valve too, all was plain sailing and I finally have brakes again, RESULT!! Thanks for everyones suggestions and emotional support? Bitza.

07-07-2020, 06:38 PM	#2
Bitza Bronze Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Poole Bike: M900ie Posts: 470	Well Chris.P I took your advice, on the basis that the four pad caliper's pistons have a larger surface area (approx + 12.5% I recon). Very problematic getting radial masters to fit in with existing switches twist grip ect. but have managed it "just". Once I worked out that the integral reservoirs (749/999 type) have a bleed valve too, all was plain sailing and I finally have brakes again, RESULT!! Thanks for everyones suggestions and emotional support? Bitza. __________________ Bitza

28-06-2020, 10:34 PM	#1
chris.p Gold Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: lincoln Bike: No Bike Yet! Posts: 876	may I suggest you change the master cylinder to a radial master cylinder, used on ebay. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/DUCATI-11...Condition=3000