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Message started by schleppy on 03/28/14 at 09:57:48

Title: Brake/clutch lever compatibility?
Post by schleppy on 03/28/14 at 09:57:48

Does anyone know if the brake/clutch levers from any other Suzuki (or other brand bike) will fit on the LS650? I'm going to try something and want to know what my replacement options are.

Thanks!

Title: Re: Brake/clutch lever compatibility?
Post by Dave on 03/28/14 at 11:04:21

Well, it is kind of a trial and error process.

You need to find a brake lever that has a 1" handlebar (cruiser) and the same size master cylinder bore and runs a single piston caliper if you want to keep things the same. If you get a different size or different leverage ratio lever....the brake feel will change.

For the clutch you again need a 1" diameter handlebar, and a somewhat long clutch throw.

I changed my handlebars to 7/8" and I initially used a clutch lever from a Honda motocross bike - and discovered the clutch lever did not provide enough cable pull and it would not disengage the clutch entirely. I ended up using a 2001 GSXR 600 clutch lever.

For my front brake cylinder I used a Honda TRX 400ex master cylinder. This was designed for 2 front brake cylinders on a quad.....and the lever pull ended up taking a bit more strength I believe.

Title: Re: Brake/clutch lever compatibility?
Post by schleppy on 03/28/14 at 12:42:38

Thanks for the help Dave!

I actually meant which levers themselves are compatible, not the MC or clutch perch. I know with a lot of Japanese bikes parts are often compatible across makes/models.

Title: Re: Brake/clutch lever compatibility?
Post by Dave on 03/28/14 at 17:57:43

Not sure about changing just the levers.

When I wanted to do that I took my lever off and went to a local repair shop that is not a dealer. They have a whole wall full of levers and I just kept looking at levers through the clear plastic covers until I found one that worked.

Title: Re: Brake/clutch lever compatibility?
Post by schleppy on 03/29/14 at 10:21:20

142F2235242833352E262B34470 wrote:

That's a good idea. Thanks Dave!

Title: Re: Brake/clutch lever compatibility?
Post by GearHead on 04/28/20 at 18:03:28

I realize this was posted 5 years ago... has anyone been able to find something or know of a company that makes them now??

Title: Re: Brake/clutch lever compatibility?
Post by batman on 04/30/20 at 20:33:02

There's no need to replace them if their just bent, rub a bar of soap on the bend and heat until the soap turns black and bend them back ,and allow to cool.