Which one do you prefer?

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Which one do you prefer?

27 Jul 2012 08:37
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I'm working on designing rearsets for the KZ's, I have 2 different ways of doing the master cylinder location and looking for opinions on which one everyone prefers. Input appreciated!

Option 1, pointing forward

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Option 2, pointing rearward along frame

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My own vote is for num. 2

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Re: Which one do you prefer?

27 Jul 2012 08:47
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#2 for sure. It follows the natural frame line and blends in nicely. #1 sticks out since it runs counter to the frame tube. Just my .02
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Re: Which one do you prefer?

27 Jul 2012 08:51
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Yep, what he (testarossa) said.
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Re: Which one do you prefer?

27 Jul 2012 08:54
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#2. Running parallel to the frame makes it look like it was engineered for the bike rather than an add-on. Ed
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Re: Which one do you prefer?

27 Jul 2012 09:09
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#2 for all the previous reasons.

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Re: Which one do you prefer?

27 Jul 2012 09:29
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I agree. #2
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Re: Which one do you prefer?

27 Jul 2012 11:19
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#2, but I would love #1 if it tucked in behind sidecover
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Re: Which one do you prefer?

27 Jul 2012 16:43
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...I guess it's unanimous. ;)
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Re: Which one do you prefer?

27 Jul 2012 16:45
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could you do it like #2 but mount it on the back side of bracket where you cant see it? B)
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Re: Which one do you prefer?

27 Jul 2012 19:09
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Also depends on where the attachment for the push rod is located on the brake lever.
The GSXR bracket I used had the MC mounted.

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Re: Which one do you prefer?

27 Jul 2012 20:36
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I've got this, but it's only on this bike, not enough time to tell what the long term life is going to be.
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Re: Which one do you prefer?

27 Jul 2012 21:39
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Rear works for me... Follows frame line... Niiiiiiiiiiiiiice!

I also like it hidden as well.... B)

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