I think the best way is buy some Goodridge speed bleeders. Just open quarter of a turn and pump. And when it's tightened it's as safe as the std ones. No leaks around the threads and messing around 👍
Thanks for that, I have not seen these before. My first thought was that they wouldn't come in the correct thread for the CB calipers, but they do seem to cover virtually every thread size.
Interesting video. I've bled brakes both ways, and I prefer to pump the brake a few times before opening the bleeder. Here is why. By adding pressure by pumping the brake a few times, when the bleeder is opened up, the fluid is instantly pushed out. Your hand would still be holding the wrench, allowing you to quickly close the valve before any bubbles can go back into the caliper. When the bleeder is opened before the brake is applied, bubbles can be drawn back inside. I've done it successfully both ways, but I find the second method faster. I suppose it is all about personal preference. Good luck on your shakedown ride and keep the great videos coming.
Thanks. I follow your reasoning, and it does make sense. I cant wait for the shakedown, the Winter has really delayed me, but the sun keeps making a show at the moment.
Thx for the video im old school so the first method of bleeding is my choice always served me well the bikes not far off now so a well earned ride out will be well deserved 👍
Thanks. I can't really remember when I changed from single pump to multi. But it was only recently I spotted somebody I really respected using the single pump method which got me thinking about it. I suspect that as long as you have fluid moving through the hoses it doesn't really matter.
Very well presented as usual. I'm looking forward to hearing the CB on a driveby video - you can't beat the sound of a classic CB whizzing by 👍😊👍 Whish I still had my blue CB550f2!
My method is to quarter fill a milk bottle with brake fluid and then make sure the pipe coming from the bleed nipple of your caliper is fully submerged in the brake fluid. You can now open the nipple and pump without the need to keep tightening the nipple back up as no air will re-enter the system. Brakes will be bled in no time at all. That is how I did my CX500C brakes after I had the calipers powder coated and then rebuilt with new pistons and seals.
That way works great, as long as your bleed nipples are a good fit in the caliper, if not then air can be drawn back into the caliper via the threads. Ask me how I know! :)
Wandering around the nec bike show all the new bikes seem to have a different style/colour of brake fluid and reservoirs, it does look alot nicer than the older type as in your video,.
I intentionally try to use different coloured fluids/oils so that the source of a leak on the floor underneath the motorcycle can be easily traced to the source.
I am old. This is how you do it. Unless you have a modern bike with ABS that requires a computer to open the servos. Better yet, don't buy bikes that require computers. Buy bikes like this. Yes, Im old 🤓
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I think the best way is buy some Goodridge speed bleeders. Just open quarter of a turn and pump. And when it's tightened it's as safe as the std ones.
No leaks around the threads and messing around 👍
Thanks for that, I have not seen these before. My first thought was that they wouldn't come in the correct thread for the CB calipers, but they do seem to cover virtually every thread size.
@@SPANNERRASH go for it! You are the master 👍😁
Interesting video. I've bled brakes both ways, and I prefer to pump the brake a few times before opening the bleeder. Here is why. By adding pressure by pumping the brake a few times, when the bleeder is opened up, the fluid is instantly pushed out. Your hand would still be holding the wrench, allowing you to quickly close the valve before any bubbles can go back into the caliper. When the bleeder is opened before the brake is applied, bubbles can be drawn back inside. I've done it successfully both ways, but I find the second method faster. I suppose it is all about personal preference. Good luck on your shakedown ride and keep the great videos coming.
Thanks. I follow your reasoning, and it does make sense. I cant wait for the shakedown, the Winter has really delayed me, but the sun keeps making a show at the moment.
Thx for the video im old school so the first method of bleeding is my choice always served me well the bikes not far off now so a well earned ride out will be well deserved 👍
Thanks. I can't really remember when I changed from single pump to multi. But it was only recently I spotted somebody I really respected using the single pump method which got me thinking about it. I suspect that as long as you have fluid moving through the hoses it doesn't really matter.
Very well presented as usual. I'm looking forward to hearing the CB on a driveby video - you can't beat the sound of a classic CB whizzing by 👍😊👍 Whish I still had my blue CB550f2!
Thanks, for your kind words. I am really looking forward to my first ride. I expect it will be very soon. :)
My method is to quarter fill a milk bottle with brake fluid and then make sure the pipe coming from the bleed nipple of your caliper is fully submerged in the brake fluid. You can now open the nipple and pump without the need to keep tightening the nipple back up as no air will re-enter the system. Brakes will be bled in no time at all. That is how I did my CX500C brakes after I had the calipers powder coated and then rebuilt with new pistons and seals.
That way works great, as long as your bleed nipples are a good fit in the caliper, if not then air can be drawn back into the caliper via the threads. Ask me how I know! :)
Wandering around the nec bike show all the new bikes seem to have a different style/colour of brake fluid and reservoirs, it does look alot nicer than the older type as in your video,.
I have been thinking about getting a different reservoir, but the cosmetics are on the back burner at the moment.
I intentionally try to use different coloured fluids/oils so that the source of a leak on the floor underneath the motorcycle can be easily traced to the source.
Will try it this season
Cheers.
I am old. This is how you do it. Unless you have a modern bike with ABS that requires a computer to open the servos. Better yet, don't buy bikes that require computers. Buy bikes like this. Yes, Im old 🤓
I guess you are old then? I must admit, I am with you I really don't think I want a computer getting in the middle of my instructions to a machine!