1980 CB750 F braking

Discussion in 'Motorbike Technical Discussion' started by tokenhire, Oct 8, 2007.

  1. tokenhire

    tokenhire Guest

    My Honda 750 F Supersport is equipped with dual front discs, but does
    not seem nearly as capable at stopping as is should be.

    The calipers were rebuilt by a local backyard mechanic who was a
    little primitive in his technique the few times I was present for work
    being done. He claims that because the brakes are single caliper
    devices that the brakes are working as they should be. The rear brake
    is a better grabber than the front, so I am deeply skeptical.

    I believe the master cylinder should be replaced (there were some
    shadows of fluid around the resevoir lid seam when I got the bike and
    the lid is slightly bowed out).

    If there is anything I can do without having to purchase new caliper
    kits, I would be thrilled. But if anyone thinks that is the right way
    to go, please let me know so I can bite the bullet now instead of when
    I'm closing in on a deer at 57 mph.

    Thanks much!!
     
    tokenhire, Oct 8, 2007
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  2. Which model of CB750F? The DOHC version (as I strongly suspect), or is
    it an SOHC model that might have been languishing in a warehouse or
    showroom for a couple of years?

    Ignore Albrecht's comments about sintered pads - they really, really
    will not chew up those old Honda discs. At least, not within any
    significant mileage.
     
    chateau.murray, Oct 14, 2007
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  3. tokenhire

    tokenhire Guest



    It is indeed the DOHC model.
     
    tokenhire, Oct 15, 2007
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  4. I'd fit steel brake hoses. Nothing improves a set of old brakes like
    steel hoses.
     
    The Older Gentleman, Oct 15, 2007
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