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Brake caliper swaps

Started by RobbieKNobbie, May 14, 2021, 06:52:03 PM

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RobbieKNobbie

Just curious, has anyone ever tried putting calipers from an 84-86 onto an 89?

Just looking for alternatives to the FZ1 swap that might not require changing out the master cylinder.
'90 FJ1200, '00 GSF1200, '90 ZX-10, '94 Virago 750

FJmonkey

I think the bolt pattern is different and or the position is wrong with the rotor. I used Blue dots with the FJ master with no problems.
The glass is not half full, it was engineered with a 2X safety factor.

'86 Ambulance - Bent frame, cracked case, due for an overhaul
'89 Stormy Blue - Suits my Dark Side

Millietant

Yes, you've got it Monkey  :good2:, 84-86 calipers have different bolt spacing to the 88 onwards (3CV and 3XW) FJ's.

The blue dots work with the FJ master cylinder no problem, but if you want realise the FULL improvement in performance and control, then a matching master cylinder is the way to go.
Dean

'89 FJ 1200 3CV - owned from new.
'89 FJ 1200 3CV - no engine, tank, seat....parts bike for the future.
'88 FJ 1200 3CV - complete runner 2024 resto project
'88 FJ 1200 3CV - became a race bike, no longer with us.
'86 FJ 1200 1TX - sold to my boss to finance the '89 3CV I still own.

Waiex191

Here is Dean's search string:
https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=m570.l1313&_nkw=fz1+brake+caliper+01+05&_sacat=0&LH_TitleDesc=0&_osacat=0&_odkw=+fz1+brake+caliper

I got a set of calipers, a master, and brake lines for $75.  Last time this came up there were several at a similar price. The MC is also an easy swap and your brakes will be awesome.

Like this one:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/01-05-YAMAHA-FZ1-Front-Wheel-Brake-Calipers-Set-NS-/254829338084?_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286
Bryan
1989 FJ1200
1981 Suzuki GN400
Poplar Grove, IL