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Re: 400/4 build. Paused due to other commitments. But starting up again
« Reply #30 on: August 31, 2022, 10:21:32 PM »
Ok - thanks for that....i have used an munit before on a supermoto - my only beef was the wiring was incredibly thin and looked like it wouldnt last "British use" but on this occasion its going to be used sunny weather only - having said that it was a mate that wired it up - i kinda just watched!!!
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Re: 400/4 build. Paused due to other commitments. But starting up again
« Reply #31 on: August 31, 2022, 11:31:18 PM »
As previously stated then ;D

 I really enjoyed it and looking forward to fettling the 550 :)
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Re: 400/4 build. Paused due to other commitments. But starting up again
« Reply #32 on: September 04, 2022, 05:23:32 PM »
Bit more work done today....

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Re: 400/4 build. Paused due to other commitments. But starting up again
« Reply #33 on: September 04, 2022, 08:51:13 PM »
Nifty brake switch solution.
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Re: 400/4 build. Paused due to other commitments. But starting up again
« Reply #34 on: September 04, 2022, 09:51:41 PM »
No idea what youre on about ! (serioiusly)!
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Re: 400/4 build. Paused due to other commitments. But starting up again
« Reply #35 on: September 04, 2022, 09:56:33 PM »
Ain’t that a pressure switch on the caliper….never seen that before. It’s normally located at the headstock union.
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Re: 400/4 build. Paused due to other commitments. But starting up again
« Reply #36 on: September 04, 2022, 10:03:43 PM »
Ah - yes - sorry....yeah - it doesnt fit on the front brake...not enough room....thought id locate it down the other end! Not ideal as the cable will be running back up the brake line....but ill see what happens...this wont be a one time build...its going to go through a bit of fettling and constant adjustment...!

Im planning to go the motogadget route....does anyone know where i can get the bullet connectors so i can crimp wires to go on all the exisiting switchgear etc etc...?
« Last Edit: September 04, 2022, 10:06:52 PM by ComfySofa »
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Re: 400/4 build. Paused due to other commitments. But starting up again
« Reply #37 on: September 05, 2022, 12:05:00 AM »
Another alternative would be to use a master cylinder off another Honda, like the later GL1000 which has the brake switch on the master cylinder.
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Re: 400/4 build. Paused due to other commitments. But starting up again
« Reply #38 on: September 05, 2022, 09:53:43 AM »
You won't go far wrong using these guys for connectors etc
https://kojaycat.co.uk/epages/950000457.sf/en_GB/?ObjectPath=/Shops/950000457/Categories

I tend to crimp and solder....

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Re: 400/4 build. Paused due to other commitments. But starting up again
« Reply #39 on: September 05, 2022, 11:07:26 AM »
Thanks. Ive been here/there before for connectors for my Hypermotard. I have noticed that theres subtle differences between the diameter's of various bullet connectors....it'd be nice to match them up as i really dont want to cut any bullet connectors off of whats actually on the bike at the moment...
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Re: 400/4 build. Paused due to other commitments. But starting up again
« Reply #40 on: September 05, 2022, 11:08:20 AM »
Quote from: Oddjob on September 05, 2022, 12:05:00 AM
Another alternative would be to use a master cylinder off another Honda, like the later GL1000 which has the brake switch on the master cylinder.

Cheers - as ive got literally no budget set aside for this im trying to use what i can/keep it oem looking....does the GL1000 master look like the 400/4 one?
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Re: 400/4 build. Paused due to other commitments. But starting up again
« Reply #41 on: September 05, 2022, 01:28:25 PM »
Early GL yes, later onr has clear reservoir
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« Reply #42 on: September 05, 2022, 01:39:52 PM »
Quote from: Bryanj on September 05, 2022, 01:28:25 PM
Early GL yes, later onr has clear reservoir

Clear is ok - trying to keep the aesthetic...right as it were...! cheers.
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« Reply #43 on: September 05, 2022, 01:57:50 PM »
Then any GL 1000, i think they all had mechanical brakelight switch on master which means you can remove switch from joint bit and attach 2nd caliper line there with standard banjo bolt
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« Reply #44 on: September 05, 2022, 03:59:23 PM »
Hi Bryan - officially....thanks for the engine rebuild sir....brilliant. Its starting to take shape slowly..!

Seen a few on ebay = none that i can see with the switch...or is it built in (not the end of the world) as the current setup is ok for the moment...
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