Legalities of braided brake lines

[ACT_Cross8]

I need to replace the standard brake lines on my bike to suit higher handlebars. Braided lines (like most things) appear to be cheaper to purchase from overseas (UK or USA).

What are the legalities around brake lines? Do they need to be homologated or certified to our ADRs, or can I just buy from OS and fit them up without issues. The bike is currently unregistered, so will need to be inspected before being registered again.

[Clubb'N]

they need to be australian adr approved...
you can get a place like abs or similar to make them up for you and they will be 100% legal without any worry on your mind

[ratter]

I fitted some to my bike a few years back, yes there are certain rules and if I remember correctly they must use press fitted ends, not the screw on type ends as they can be tampered with and the hose must also be coated in a plastic sleeve, I think to help delay sparks if sliding down the road.

[duke5700]

Your in luck being in the ACT.

http://www.compfriction.com.au/contactus.php

Do lots of wonderful things like Goodridge braided brake lines and Ferodo DS2500 pads cut down etc etc. Not cheap but the service is good.

[saaz]

You need ADR approved lines with the markings on them. I have an older set of braided lines on my old bike (1978 GS1000), pressed on ends and all, name brand, but they will fail everytime if I go for an inspection. Put on old OEM lines that are soft as all getout, passes every time. I will just have to get a newer set of lines I suppose.

[ACT_Cross8]

Your in luck being in the ACT.

http://www.compfriction.com.au/contactus.php

Do lots of wonderful things like Goodridge braided brake lines and Ferodo DS2500 pads cut down etc etc. Not cheap but the service is good.

Thanks, I'll give them a call. :goodjob:

[ACT_Cross8]

A further question: do I need to stick with the standard 3 lines (1 from master cylinder to a tee piece, then a line to each caliper), or are the "race" setups legal (2 full length lines, 1 from master cylinder to each side)?

Thanks.

[Road Warrior]

I'm pretty sure the race setup is legal as long as it doesn't effect the actual performance of the braking system or interfere with the operation of the 'bars.

And yes, braided lines must have press fit banjo ends and be plastic coated and pass the ADR 'whip' test. HEL do ADR approved brake lines for bikes and have ADR stamped on them. I have them on my ZX6R.

[ACT_Cross8]

Thanks Roadie.

The HEL ones are cheap enough, $64 each from www.ausfr.com.au. Can get coloured lines and banjo bolts too. If only they would answer their phone :vpo:. Goodrich look to be ADR approved also, but a bit dearer.

What the hell is a 'whip' test... :confused:

[zorro]

As I have written in other posts the ADR 7 for brake lines was scrapped some time ago...

The ADR that replaces it just states that the brake lines must comply with a ISO, BS, SAE etc standard. Pretty much means as long as it's one of the big companies Maltech, Goodridge etc then it's fine. It also states that the lines must be installed in a manner to prevent damage and interferance with suspension, brakes and wheels.

[ACT_Cross8]

Thanks zorak. So something that complies in the US or UK should be sweet?

FYI, here is the exact wording of ADR 42/04


Flexible hydraulic brake hoses, air or vacuum brake tubing and air and vacuum hose, flexible and hydraulic
power hose between the ‘Brake Power Unit 31/00’ or ‘Brake Power Unit 35/00’ and the master cylinder or its
equivalent must conform to SAA, SAE, BS, JIS, DIN, ISO or ECE Standards specified for flexible brake hoses, air
brake tubing or hose or vacuum brake tubing or hose or hydraulic power tubing or hose and be fitted to the vehicle
as to prevent chafing, kinking or other mechanical damage under normal motion of the parts to which they are
attached.

[Road Warrior]

Thanks Roadie.

The HEL ones are cheap enough, $64 each from www.ausfr.com.au. Can get coloured lines and banjo bolts too. If only they would answer their phone :vpo:. Goodrich look to be ADR approved also, but a bit dearer.

What the hell is a 'whip' test... :confused:

Mate you can buy them straight off the HEL website:

https://helperformance.com/shop/oz/

Have you fitted the race style lines before? (ie 2 line front end). Bleeding them can be a pain.

[old holden V8]

I need to replace the standard brake lines on my bike to suit higher handlebars. Braided lines (like most things) appear to be cheaper to purchase from overseas (UK or USA).

What are the legalities around brake lines? Do they need to be homologated or certified to our ADRs, or can I just buy from OS and fit them up without issues. The bike is currently unregistered, so will need to be inspected before being registered again.


I've just done that on my bike.

I saw these guys they will make to order - Australian made. Cheaper ones are not-as-good fittings and the braided line.

You send the old ones in a bag - tell them the length (s) and they do the rest.

www.maltech.com.au

I have stainless fittings (banjo) and also the tubes. Because I had weird sized metric fittings one of them could not be done in stainless.


Very happy with mine.

HTH

:)

Laurie.

[ACT_Cross8]

Mate you can buy them straight off the HEL website:

https://helperformance.com/shop/oz/


Yep, but they are cheaper from ausfr, go figure! :confused:




Have you fitted the race style lines before? (ie 2 line front end). Bleeding them can be a pain.

Yeah, I remember having troubles on my old race bike (1995 CBR600). But then again, I'm an accountant :jester:

[ACT_Cross8]

www.maltech.com.au

Laurie.

Yeah, thanks Laurie, I googled them up and have sent a query.