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Title: Speed Bleeders - what model?
Post by: ohiorider on April 06, 2016, 06:48:21 PM

Does anyone here know the specific model Speed Bleeders I should order for my 2008 1200 Sport?  I thought they were sold on the GuzziTech site, but couldn't find them there ........ and the SB website didn't list them for my bike.

Thanks,

Bob

Title: Re: Speed Bleeders - what model?
Post by: Cam3512 on April 06, 2016, 09:40:12 PM

Bob,

Todd took them off his site, turns out his "other" vender was less than stellar (ask me how I know).   Go direct to speedbleeder.com, they are very helpful.  Check your stock bleeders with a metric wrench for sizing, and give them a call.  I always pay extra for their stainless bleeders to prevent corrosion and future breakage.  Also, get their reusable hose and bag kit ($6) for ease of bleeding - it's a SNAP!  When you're ready to do it, unscrew the stock bleeders with old fluid in the line and screw in the speed bleeders (keep a rag handy for a few drips), then have at it.

Cam

Title: Re: Speed Bleeders - what model?
Post by: ohiorider on April 07, 2016, 07:00:55 AM

Quote from: Cam3512 on April 06, 2016, 09:40:12 PM

Bob,

Todd took them off his site, turns out his "other" vender was less than stellar (ask me how I know).   Go direct to speedbleeder.com, they are very helpful.  Check your stock bleeders with a metric wrench for sizing, and give them a call.  I always pay extra for their stainless bleeders to prevent corrosion and future breakage.  Also, get their reusable hose and bag kit ($6) for ease of bleeding - it's a SNAP!  When you're ready to do it, unscrew the stock bleeders with old fluid in the line and screw in the speed bleeders (keep a rag handy for a few drips), then have at it.

Cam

Thanks, Cam :thumb:

Title: Re: Speed Bleeders - what model?
Post by: ohiorider on April 07, 2016, 02:15:21 PM

Cam, per your suggestion, I contacted Speed Bleeder.  Very helpful individual I dealt with (Whitney.)  Should have the bleeders Mon or Tues.  At that time, it'll be new front and rear EBC HH pads and clean fluid.  BTW - bleeders for my bike are 8mm x 1.25, PN SB8125L.

Title: Re: Speed Bleeders - what model?
Post by: LaGrasta on April 07, 2016, 05:42:37 PM

another $20 option that can be used with all of your OEM bleeders is this tool. I use this on all my bikes and cars, one man operation.
http://www.motionpro.com/product/08-0143

Title: Re: Speed Bleeders - what model?
Post by: ohiorider on April 07, 2016, 06:21:42 PM

Quote from: LaGrasta on April 07, 2016, 05:42:37 PM

another $20 option that can be used with all of your OEM bleeders is this tool. I use this on all my bikes and cars, one man operation.
http://www.motionpro.com/product/08-0143

Neat!  Motion Pro makes some unique products.  When I owned my T100 Bonnie, I found their rear wheel alignment tool really handy when adjusting the chain.