Front brake line 1987 Honda CR500

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Edited Date/Time 2/23/2022 8:29pm
So I'm practically done refurbishing the bike. Looks awesome btw. Will post a photo soon. I had ordered new Moose brake lines long ago.

On assembly today, I discover the OEM front brake line set up doesn't have 2 banjo ends. One end screws into a special piece that Partzilla fortunately still has in stock. Photo below. Where do I go to get this line made with one banjo end and one screw in end? Is it possible to take existing brake line and have someone attach this part? I'm sure EVERY shop has this screw in part lying around like WD40. I kid. Why would anyone carry this part?

Any advice appreciated.
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mxracer666 1/14/2022 7:21pm
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If you simply can't find that brake line, you could go to a late-model front brake master cylinder and a modern type brake line.
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Blackbolt22 1/14/2022 7:28pm
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mxracer666 wrote:
If you simply can't find that brake line, you could go to a late-model front brake master cylinder and a modern type brake line.
I did consider that. Do you know what year/model etc I would need off top of your head?

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Blackbolt22 1/15/2022 8:58am
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The best option seems to be to get another MC unit that accepts banjo at front instead of side as is OEM. I already have a new brake line that is attached at disc end. Im unable to post a photo of bike right now, maybe photo too large but it doesnt say that. I'll post a pic today.
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bradpr32 1/17/2022 7:30pm
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look at some Rm models , a lot of them use master cylinders with the port fitting running in line with the piston ( a lot like those honda units ) You might be able to snag a line that is close
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kibby 2/21/2022 8:30pm
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Galfer can make that Brake Line for you.
Or Brown and Miller Racing Services in NC.
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kibby wrote:
Galfer can make that Brake Line for you.
Or Brown and Miller Racing Services in NC.
Hi. Thanks. The new lines are from Venhill. They offer the piece I'm looking for. I have it now. The banjo will unscrew and I can attach the part I need to hook into my original master cylinder front brake lever assembly.

Of course I don't have the connector between brake line and master cylinder . This project has been a nightmare. You have no idea. Partzilla no longer offers it but I did find a used one on ebay. Not cheap though. Thanks for your help.!! I really appreciate it. Rock on!!!

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