Thumb Brake Installation!! | RACETORX Thumb Brake Kit

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  • @raveydave4001
    @raveydave4001 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Brilliant to see such enthusiastic and beautiful engineering. Great video Chops and thanks for introducing us to Dale!

  • @roadtoad1216
    @roadtoad1216 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This kit looks to be top shelf , fully kitted out with proper titanium . I got 3 bikes I need this mod for .

  • @SPM1966SPM
    @SPM1966SPM ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks Chopsy and Dale. It'll be interesting to see it in action.

  • @willgarrod9907
    @willgarrod9907 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I use one (a home made one) and I’m not going back to a foot brake. Always fully accessible when to are moving position and banked over. Takes about 3-4 sessions to get used to it.

  • @paulwilkinson6608
    @paulwilkinson6608 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love the stuff Dale makes.
    I have one of these on my zx636. And it's bloody mint

  • @HUSKY7-1
    @HUSKY7-1 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Can't believe you didn't add a sample of the Duelling Banjos from the film Deliverance at the mention of double banjos. Schoolboy error!

  • @tinymotogarage
    @tinymotogarage ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm kind of obsessed with this now. I club race a 2-stroke SM in Mexico (KTM) and I think this will give me a couple seconds on my 2:07 best. I get zero engine braking with 2-stroke and a slipper so I am hoping I can point the bike better in the tight 180's with this as my rear brake/boot control is poor. Just have to save lots of pesos I guess :-) - looks like proper business gear and a passionate business owner.

  • @stephenpotts8170
    @stephenpotts8170 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really enjoyed the video, was very interesting, and what beautifully engineered and made bit of kit. Thank you.

  • @deanharris9331
    @deanharris9331 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video again Chops .
    Improvise, adapt, overcome . Engineering problem solved...Good job Dale. 👍
    Can't wait to see how it goes Chops as I know a few proffesional racers are running this set up.
    Love it mate, great work ❤👌

  • @verncampbell1690
    @verncampbell1690 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ohhh very interesting, think I need one.

  • @HalfdeadRider
    @HalfdeadRider ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You don't need to reverse bleed, you can use the syringe to suck the fluid through too, I find that the better/easier way on dry lines.

    • @racetorx9702
      @racetorx9702 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sucking fluid into the syringe means you would need a fluid pot hanging above the caliper whereas pushing the fluid from the caliper means no extra fluid pot is needed so a simpler method but yes sucking will work too.

    • @HalfdeadRider
      @HalfdeadRider ปีที่แล้ว

      @@racetorx9702 it's a much better than reverse bleeding. You'll still need the pot either way to then bleed them, to ensure they are free of air, and pressurised properly. It's how I've always done it with fresh lines, or when changing calipers etc.

    • @PutOnYourLid
      @PutOnYourLid ปีที่แล้ว +1

      i was going to say that too mate. cheers!

    • @PutOnYourLid
      @PutOnYourLid ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And...... If you have a compressor and a Bottle Res, It is even Better with no mess.I generally do it that way!

    • @racetorx9702
      @racetorx9702 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @HalfdeadRider we all have our own ways that work 🙂 we have always done reverse bleed from the caliper and always has worked for us, which is why we have never tried any alternative, worth keeping in mind though 💪

  • @HalfManHalfPirate
    @HalfManHalfPirate ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm no stranger to thumb rear brakes due to lack of right leg, I've never had an issue getting an MOT without the foot pedal. So long as the lever applies enough pressure when it's on the roller it should be good.
    I'm contemplating one of these for my GSA as they are handy for tighter turning and erm.....wheelies 🤫May have to speak to Dale.....👍
    Nice vid Chops.

    • @frozenbeard81
      @frozenbeard81 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Are you above or below knee. I'm an above and getting my arse in getting back on a bike. Finally have a bike. Videos like this are helpful. Do you use a bolt through the peg, then into the boot to keep your foot on the peg?

    • @HalfManHalfPirate
      @HalfManHalfPirate 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@frozenbeard81 Hi, I'm above knee, I personally don't use a bolt in the peg as I just lift my foot onto the peg and leave it there. It depends on what type of bike you have and how much angle you can get on a bent knee.
      I tend to ride adventure style bikes so plenty of leg room so never have a problem. In my younger days I had sports bikes and would rub my toes on the road occasionally so I guess a pin in the peg would help there?

  • @stephenwilliamson1491
    @stephenwilliamson1491 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dales stuff is class was going get his thumb brake during lock down just no in stock at the time got the other bits off him. Will be getting more soon once a build my other bike 😂

  • @Wats1984
    @Wats1984 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks a smart bit of kit that. Good video, I was waiting for Mavis a few times to chirp up! Double banjos!!! 😂😂😂

  • @lynsmith1096
    @lynsmith1096 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another good video and accessery Lamb Chop

  • @HippoDrones
    @HippoDrones ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice, I've always fancied a thumb brake

  • @alanshearing7515
    @alanshearing7515 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thumbs up from me 👍. Looking forward to test ride .

  • @keithorlando6652
    @keithorlando6652 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have their gear shift support bracket and love it, the quality is awesome! Been looking i to getting the thumb brake, great video! So you have a promo code?

  • @headrace4863
    @headrace4863 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fascinating video, chops. I’ve just picked up myself a ZXR750-H2 (again….) for resto (and I mean resto, it’s a mess lol) so we can share the journey/headaches/victories on the journey back to the road. Great stuff and keep it coming.

  • @GoonRider88
    @GoonRider88 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i need one of these on my duke! your 690 is absolutely banging! 👌

  • @davetalton6939
    @davetalton6939 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Interested to see how this goes, I’m thinking of fitting one to my FS450 Race bike.

  • @garyhutson6361
    @garyhutson6361 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This look trick, can't wait to see what you think to it. Thinking of getting one for my s1000rr. Do they do a fitting service ?

    • @racetorx9702
      @racetorx9702 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We do indeed offer a fitting service, best booking in and leaving with us for 2/3 days which is £75

  • @martinhughes9769
    @martinhughes9769 ปีที่แล้ว

    Clever bit of kit looks complicated ,, talented individual 😊.

  • @dylandog5008
    @dylandog5008 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I Both one for my Panigale V4 easy to install, fit’s and looks nice!

  • @lukewatson4995
    @lukewatson4995 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Selling your left hand stealth mirror by any chance 😬? Mine fell off while I was riding!
    If it's a no then I may have to buy a racetorx thumb brake too haha! Looks brilliant mate, looking forward to the follow up video 👍🏼

  • @bravo20ghost27
    @bravo20ghost27 ปีที่แล้ว

    I had that on my 2021 690 SMCR, turns out, it was a bad batch of fluid. They changed mine under warranty and it was absolutely fine after that.

  • @boeos
    @boeos ปีที่แล้ว

    Great vid! really interesting watch.

  • @rickphillips2900
    @rickphillips2900 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks great, I’d love to try one on my ZZR1400 but don’t think it’d fit on the clip on.

  • @karlwilliams8208
    @karlwilliams8208 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for an informative video, I’ve been interested in a thumb brake but finding a quality one difficult. It might be just my eyes but it would have been an idea to have some sort of light source as I found it hard to differentiate all the dark colored hardware. Please don’t think I’m criticizing as I’m not, just an observation.

    • @racetorx9702
      @racetorx9702 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am the owner and designer so of course this thumb brake I have a personal love the kit but from every other thumb brake on the market this is the best unit hands down.
      We have:
      1. the most adjustability
      2. the only company to use titanium hardware & its lock wire capable
      3. its the only thumb brake to have 5 thumb paddle options
      4. push plunger to give in and out adjustability
      5. haribo sweets ;)
      6. top customer service
      Even the teams we sponsor say it's the best kit all have used over big names kits on the market.
      We did a small number of silver kits and they took much longer to sell which is why we decided to only do black. With where the thumb paddle is situated you don't look for it because its right below the grip and in perfect reach of your thumb.

    • @karlwilliams8208
      @karlwilliams8208 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@racetorx9702 thanks for taking the time to reply to my comment. I think black is perfect. My comment was in reference to the actual shooting of the video in so much as it was difficult to detail due to inadequate lighting of the area being videotaped. But thank you for your dedication to quality and materials used in the production of your thumb brake. What would I need for a 2023 KTM 890 Duke R? Your website?

    • @racetorx9702
      @racetorx9702 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @karlwilliams8208 ahh sorry I didn't realise you mean the video rather than the product. Yea the lighting was not the best in some angles. A full kit works out roughly £550

  • @gnu1926
    @gnu1926 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice video, when will you do the test run ?

  • @MrHewy78
    @MrHewy78 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Apparently the inside of the brake lines breaks down and contaminates the brake fluid, so I heard.

  • @starfox_wr-45e93
    @starfox_wr-45e93 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It's probably the breakdown of the rubber in the brake lines causing the dodgy looking fluid.
    They're perfectly engineered... to only last as long as indicated in the service manual, and not a second longer 🤣

  • @AR-798
    @AR-798 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice work.

  • @EricBanner571
    @EricBanner571 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Rear brake fluid going dark is common on these bikes. Suspect is the discolouration of the rubber brake line.

  • @wheresmylplate1965
    @wheresmylplate1965 ปีที่แล้ว

    After recently damaging the ligments and tendons in my right foot I'm going to need something like this to keep my zx10r on the road and my cbr600f on track
    Thanks for the insight

    • @racetorx9702
      @racetorx9702 ปีที่แล้ว

      then the Racetorx kit is for you, as any racer, BSB team and even Hawk racing -Michael dunlop, that has used several different thumb brake kits all have said the same exact words.... (the racetorx thumb brake is the best of all the thumb brakes we have used) which is always a nice thing to hear. :)

  • @craigfozz1632
    @craigfozz1632 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    From an MOT point, would you have to keep the normal rear foot brake anyway, as the thumb brake wouldn’t activate the brake light? Great vid keep up the good work.

    • @racetorx9702
      @racetorx9702 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Depends, KTM superdukes have sensors on the ABS pump, so the thumb brake on that works perfectly with the brake light, my Tenere 700 on the other hand ran a switch so I replaced it with a Hydrolic M10 banjo which is very common on motorbikes.

  • @scooby06sti
    @scooby06sti ปีที่แล้ว

    The dirty brake fluid is probably from the rubber lines. Don't know how old the bike is but they should be replaced every 4 years. Might be a good idea to replace them with steel braided ones.

  • @jackmills1274
    @jackmills1274 ปีที่แล้ว

    Any news on the handbrake system for the 690 yet? 👍🏽

  • @pistonburner6448
    @pistonburner6448 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thumbs up! 👍

  • @jameslaurenson4090
    @jameslaurenson4090 ปีที่แล้ว

    Whens the test vid ?

  • @Bikesbikesbikes500
    @Bikesbikesbikes500 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi, I cant find the video where you test it? Any update please?

  • @timothyyeomans269
    @timothyyeomans269 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is the idea there is no reservoir at all with two MCs both dead ended which then allows either lever to apply pressure?
    How does the brake light work unless you can mess about putting 2 banjo switches on into one feed back to bike?

    • @LambChopRides
      @LambChopRides  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      There is a small amount of oil in the pipe work. This acts as the res. No brake light on the thumb brake, foot pedal only. This passed MOT like this 👍

  • @skipperuk1
    @skipperuk1 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Do you do a thumb brake for an 2018 Aprilia touno factory ?

  • @stevengarrity9915
    @stevengarrity9915 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hard question, I want to get a 2020 Harley Davidson softail standard. I have drop foot and no use of my ankle on the rear break. Do they make a set up for that or are the all dirt bike friendly.

  • @jappification
    @jappification ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved the format of this video. Where did you get your mirrors from for the KTM worked on ?

    • @LambChopRides
      @LambChopRides  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They are from a company called stealth mirrors 👍

  • @АлександрМатюшевский-н5ъ

    Do you know the reason the fluid becomes “dirty” after a couple of rides? The same happened with my. After few changes of fluid the problem gone and no residue was seen in reservoir. My thoughts are they use inappropriate fluid/seals combination. But not sure what exactly was the reason.

  • @bradhone9168
    @bradhone9168 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Do they sell a turn key kit for a SMCR? I need one in my life

  • @kimabella613
    @kimabella613 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    why not use just a shuttle valve, and two master cylinders?
    🤔

  • @TeamDriftEVO
    @TeamDriftEVO 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Do you have this junctionvalve for the CBR1000RR-R ?

  • @starfox_wr-45e93
    @starfox_wr-45e93 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Boggles the mind a thumb brake would confuse the MOT man, when thumb-throttles are the standard for Quad bikes. They should be encouraging these kind of devices. They're great for riders with disabilities.
    "If you can use it to GO, you can use it to SLOW."
    I do accept royalties on my slogans btw lol

    • @racetorx9702
      @racetorx9702 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You can have a thumb brake on a road bike but we have seen a couple times MOT stations questioned the thumb brake with customers, though unsure they did still pass them, they just were confused at first as the two we are aware of removed the foot pedal completely.

    • @starfox_wr-45e93
      @starfox_wr-45e93 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@racetorx9702 Fair enough. I can understand the two lever system being confusing and a bit awkward to inspect/pass but a single lever substitution job shouldn't be a major issue to comprehend.
      But then again, a lot of MOT test stations struggle with daylight mots too. or just anything outside the norm anyway.

  • @WAco-se9wf
    @WAco-se9wf ปีที่แล้ว

    Just saw on his website, they don’t have a kit for mv agusta, I’ll sacrifice my mv brutale 800 for a thumbbrake

  • @DL180sx
    @DL180sx ปีที่แล้ว

    Use a Mityvac for bleeding.

  • @maxw576
    @maxw576 ปีที่แล้ว

    ETA for the rear Master Cylinder? If like this for 690 enduro.

    • @racetorx9702
      @racetorx9702 ปีที่แล้ว

      we have alot of testing to do with them before we will consider releasing them, maybe in around 2/3 months time.

    • @maxw576
      @maxw576 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@racetorx9702 that's fine. Thanks.

  • @Coldfin9er
    @Coldfin9er ปีที่แล้ว

    Interested in one for my Superduke 1290r (gen 1). Dale mentioned the Superduke so guess its possible, but are there generation specifics?

    • @racetorx9702
      @racetorx9702 ปีที่แล้ว

      no our kit is universal from a 250cc motocross bike upto a MOTO GP spec superbike. Super quality kit for all bikes.

  • @SD_Creations25
    @SD_Creations25 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How to install for z900?

  • @lov3977
    @lov3977 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where do you install the haribo supermix? Seems like an integral part... 😂

  • @lrolo8974
    @lrolo8974 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi chops, where did you get those mirrors from ?
    Thanks

    • @LambChopRides
      @LambChopRides  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Company called stealth mirrors 👍

  • @themartiandefender2128
    @themartiandefender2128 ปีที่แล้ว

    😍😍😍

  • @jackmills1274
    @jackmills1274 ปีที่แล้ว

    Will there be a hand brake similar to the clutch lever so it’s easy to use for wheelies??

    • @racetorx9702
      @racetorx9702 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The thumb brake is already a great anti wheel control but yes we do have a handbrake/scooter brake style in the making 😉

    • @jackmills1274
      @jackmills1274 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@racetorx9702 thanks for the response. How much are you going to be pricing this at? When will it be available? There’s a few of us on supermotos that would buy if they arnt to expensive!

    • @racetorx9702
      @racetorx9702 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@jackmills1274 they would be on par with the thumb brake. We are looking atleast 3 months yet.

  • @secretbrad9259
    @secretbrad9259 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is Dake a distant relative of Gordon Ramsey? Talks in exactly the same way! 😂

    • @racetorx9702
      @racetorx9702 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'll take that as a compliment hahaha though i did only sware once and asked for permission ;)

  • @alf9638
    @alf9638 ปีที่แล้ว

    oh yes........oh YES oh yes oh yes.............

  • @stephenchapman8344
    @stephenchapman8344 ปีที่แล้ว

    👍

  • @sarahlivingstone8367
    @sarahlivingstone8367 ปีที่แล้ว

    LCR - trying to message via website but keep getting errors...

    • @LambChopRides
      @LambChopRides  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah it's rubbish, send me an email jbmugen@hotmail.co.uk 👍

    • @sarahlivingstone8367
      @sarahlivingstone8367 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@LambChopRides Perfect, thanks. Message sent

  • @Mr450pro
    @Mr450pro ปีที่แล้ว

    That brake fluid though 😳

    • @Bow-to-the-absurd
      @Bow-to-the-absurd ปีที่แล้ว

      Looks like rubber degradation

    • @racetorx9702
      @racetorx9702 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Bow-to-the-absurd The rubbers would not cause that rust colour I don't believe but a better explanation than any other idea I have so far...

    • @pistonburner6448
      @pistonburner6448 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Bow-to-the-absurd Could be that if it was made in India or China they had some of their dirty Indian or Chinese air trapped in before being filled the first time.

  • @svracing3
    @svracing3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you not run direct lines to bypass the abs pump ?

    • @LambChopRides
      @LambChopRides  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes if you want to bypass ABS system

  • @dirkdiggler8887
    @dirkdiggler8887 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where's the Discount Code for Racetorx Chopsy? 🤣

  • @okok-gg5fl
    @okok-gg5fl 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Ox system is more simple.

  • @ikbenkoekeroe4777
    @ikbenkoekeroe4777 ปีที่แล้ว

    if you ride this on a proper supermoto circuit you will rip the plunjer rigt of on one of the jumps
    poor design
    like the thump brake kit, good for weelie controle

    • @LambChopRides
      @LambChopRides  ปีที่แล้ว

      The bike isn't a 'proper' race supermoto, 450 exc for example would use a completely different mounting system and master cylinder

    • @racetorx9702
      @racetorx9702 ปีที่แล้ว

      You say the junction valve would be ripped out on one of the jumps, does a supermoto bottom out on a jump? From experience on supermotos I personally feel there would still be plenty clearance.
      But anyway as per lamb chops reply, this is a general road supermoto setup although the better alternative for this smcr method is the racetorx duelport master cylinder that will be ready in the next 1-3 months as they are being heavily tested to destruction at the moment.