We received a request for GSX-R1000 K6 Nissin caliper replacement and SUS brake hose fabrication.
They’re adapting a radial-mount Nissin caliper.
Currently it has a TOKICO (OEM) setup. Suzuki and Nissin go really well together.
They provided reference images. It’s a Yoshimura racer, isn’t it?
Requirements: keep the lower fairing panel, make the caliper easy to clean, use a gentle curve so the hose doesn’t bind, and no OEM-style H-type configuration.
That’s the spec.
It’s dirty, so I’ll polish it before starting work. I think it’s SUS 303?
The steering damper position is lower than on the racer, which makes it really tight. The right side is pretty much out of the question.
The left side looks okay. We considered other layouts, but they’re all pretty tight, so we decided to route it through this narrow spot.
I fabricated a Goroh Maru bracket. Instead of bolting the TEEFIT down (which would be a pain when removing the fork), I used a cotter pin. Since there’s a lock washer, this is secure.
When installing something, keep removal in mind too.
It was heavy, so I made it hollow. You can’t tell once it’s welded, but lighter is better.
We made it work. I’ll fabricate the hose tomorrow.
