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Well, I got that out of the way...
06/27/12 at 15:15:54

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Okay, so going into work this morning, and long story short, I had my first accident. Some minor/cosmetic damage to the bike, and I walk away sore and with some hurt pride. The bike runs - I drove it the mile and a half home. I've decided not to dwell on what I could have done, as hindsight is 20/20 and there's about a dozen things I could have done differently, so I'm not going to over-analyze this to death. I reacted incorrectly and I'm learning from it (Pretty sure I over applied both brakes).

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Okay, So the only thing I'm not sure if it's only cosmetic is the master brake cylinder (pic included). If that's ground down on the corner, is it a problem?

I ask because I want it to function properly/ and I have an inspection that's due soon.

Will any Minor scrapes/ bent foot peg/ ground cylinder fail my inspection?

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Re: Well, I got that out of the way...
Reply #1 - 06/27/12 at 15:19:56

damiancds wrote on 06/27/12 at 15:15:54:

Backstory-
Okay, so going into work this morning, and long story short, I had my first accident. Some minor/cosmetic damage to the bike, and I walk away sore and with some hurt pride. The bike runs - I drove it the mile and a half home. I've decided not to dwell on what I could have done, as hindsight is 20/20 and there's about a dozen things I could have done differently, so I'm not going to over-analyze this to death. I reacted incorrectly and I'm learning from it (Pretty sure I over applied both brakes).

Question
Okay, So the only thing I'm not sure if it's only cosmetic is the master brake cylinder (pic included). If that's ground down on the corner, is it a problem?

I ask because I want it to function properly/ and I have an inspection that's due soon.

Will any Minor scrapes/ bent foot peg/ ground cylinder fail my inspection?

Looks kind of deep, have you seen any fluid leaking?

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Re: Well, I got that out of the way...
Reply #2 - 06/27/12 at 15:40:03

damiancds wrote on 06/27/12 at 15:15:54:

Backstory-
Okay, so going into work this morning, and long story short, I had my first accident. Some minor/cosmetic damage to the bike, and I walk away sore and with some hurt pride. The bike runs - I drove it the mile and a half home. I've decided not to dwell on what I could have done, as hindsight is 20/20 and there's about a dozen things I could have done differently, so I'm not going to over-analyze this to death. I reacted incorrectly and I'm learning from it (Pretty sure I over applied both brakes).

Question
Okay, So the only thing I'm not sure if it's only cosmetic is the master brake cylinder (pic included). If that's ground down on the corner, is it a problem?

I ask because I want it to function properly/ and I have an inspection that's due soon.

Will any Minor scrapes/ bent foot peg/ ground cylinder fail my inspection?

The important thing is you survived without serious injury. That being said, will you be focused on the master cylinder, wondering "if" it's functioning properly? If it were me, I'd replace it, but I'm a bit anal when it comes to things like tires, brakes and other safety equipment.

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Reply #3 - 06/27/12 at 15:40:37

Hard to tell, but just eyeballing it I would guess it'll function fine. That cap does not have to hold pressure but it DOES need to make an airtight seal or else humidity will get in there and eventually foul your brake fluid. Take the cap off (careful not to strip the screw heads) and there'll be a rubber piece under it. Make sure the rubber didn't get nicked and still meshes with the cap and reservoir just the same.

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Reply #4 - 06/27/12 at 15:57:28

I agree with the others. The master cylinder is probably fine. Check the rubber thing. If you have any doubt, replace it. Even if it is for your own peace of mind. My bike passed with bent pegs and brake lever. I am in PA though.

I am glad you aren't seriously hurt. Anything that doesn't kill you makes you stronger. Or so they say. Just be sure to learn from it.

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Serowbot YaBB Moderator ModSquad Offline OK.... so what's the speed of dark? Posts: 28644 Tucson Az Gender:	Re: Well, I got that out of the way... Reply #5 - 06/27/12 at 16:01:51 I think it looks kinda' cool... a battle scar... ...
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rfw2003 Serious Thumper Offline SuzukiSavage.com Rocks! Posts: 1108 Yantis, TX	Re: Well, I got that out of the way... Reply #6 - 06/27/12 at 16:05:12 Glad to hear your o.k. As far as the master cylinder, as long as it didn't mess up the seal you should be o.k.
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RidgeRunner13 Serious Thumper Offline haulin' the groceries! Posts: 649 Mustang Island, Texas Gender:	Re: Well, I got that out of the way... Reply #7 - 06/27/12 at 16:05:31 As long as it doesn't leak fluid it will be fine. Take a file to it & smooth it down, then follow up with some sand paper. Maybe round over the cover edges & you might be suprised how good it can look. I've salvaged lots of parts over the years with files, sand paper & a little paint.
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bill67 Serious Thumper Offline old tired Posts: 8517 genoa city wisconsin Gender:	Re: Well, I got that out of the way... Reply #8 - 06/27/12 at 16:52:38 Myself I wouldn't take it apart as long as the brakes work good and no leaking.
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lch2 Junior Member Offline SuzukiSavage.com Rocks! Posts: 63	Re: Well, I got that out of the way... Reply #9 - 06/27/12 at 17:14:39 bill67 wrote on 06/27/12 at 16:52:38: Myself I wouldn't take it apart as long as the brakes work good and no leaking. Same here, I follow "if it is not broken, don't fix it"
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Re: Well, I got that out of the way...
Reply #10 - 06/27/12 at 18:06:27

RidgeRunner13 wrote on 06/27/12 at 16:05:31:

As long as it doesn't leak fluid it will be fine. Take a file to it & smooth it down, then follow up with some sand paper. Maybe round over the cover edges & you might be suprised how good it can look. I've salvaged lots of parts over the years with files, sand paper & a little paint. Cool

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Savage_Rob Serious Thumper Alliance Member Offline Mechanically Inclined Amateur Posts: 6972 Texas (Dallas area) Gender:	Re: Well, I got that out of the way... Reply #11 - 06/27/12 at 18:11:00 Serowbot wrote on 06/27/12 at 16:01:51: I think it looks kinda' cool... a battle scar... ... Agreed! As long as it still seals properly.
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Hotrodchriz YaBB Newbies Offline SuzukiSavage.com Rocks! Posts: 49 Edinburg,Tx Gender:	Re: Well, I got that out of the way... Reply #12 - 06/27/12 at 19:33:18 Goid to hear ur ok. I got one of my 87 if u are interested. I took it off because im not using a front brake.
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ToesNose Serious Thumper Offline Pardon me, do you have Hot Sauce? Posts: 1993 Mooresville, NC Gender:	Re: Well, I got that out of the way... Reply #13 - 06/28/12 at 17:42:36 Glad you escaped reletively unhurt and able to learn from it damiancds, looks like it was a decent road grinding from the custom work on the master brake cylinder
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SimonTuffGuy Serious Thumper Alliance Member Offline i like to thump... ;) Posts: 1159 Central PA Gender:	Re: Well, I got that out of the way... Reply #14 - 06/28/12 at 17:52:42 Mistakes happen... At least you are (mostly) unhurt and the bike has minimal damage. I'd probably replace the MC, even if it still works. Would make for a good story though, perhaps?
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