I am replacing my front brake master cylinder cover. Going from black to chrome. Is it necessary to bleed when I switch covers? Thanks

 

no, just replace it with the wheel turned to the left, and for safety , cover the tank

 

Thanks

 

That depends upon how old the fluid is. I get what you're saying but if it's an ABS bike I'd change it every 24 months on the dot. So if you have more than 24 months on that fluid I'd bleed the brakes whether that cover goes on or not.

 

Can't emphasize this too much: Put a piece of plastic over the gas tank and any painted surfaces in close proximity to that cap. That brake fluid has a way of jumping out of the reservoir onto painted surfaces. Like the other guy said too, turn the forks to the left.

 

And another tip.Don't overtighten lid screws,just snug them down.

 

This is a good opportunity for you to inspect the fluid. The first time I opened mine up there was a bunch of crud in the bottom of the reservoir. If you decide to flush it suck the old stuff/crud out with a turkey baster, then proceed to flush as normal.

 

First bike I have owned with ABS brakes. I'll be removing the stock clutch & front brake master cylinders and replacing them with chrome ones sometime in the next couple of weeks. The instructions and repair manual indicate the ABS brakes can only be successfully bled using the Digital Technician II. The only way to bleed ABS brakes is to take the bike to the dealer and have them do it?? Anyone have an alternative method that works?

Any input is appreciated.

 

common consensus is that as long as you don't turn your ignition on, you can bleed the brakes normally.

 

I do this at least once a year with most of my vehicles,suck out the reservoir with a turkey baster and refill with fresh fluid,as others have posted cover up before removing that cover!