Softail Master Cylinder Cover question

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Dec 7, 2011 | 02:23 PM

studiopeg

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Softail Master Cylinder Cover question

From what I can make out, my 2008 Deluxe's master cylinder cover has a clear bubble in the middle to see the fluid level.

I found this on the internet and like it. It's a solid cover but they say it's fits my bike. Any problems with going to a solid cover?

Dec 7, 2011 | 04:53 PM

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No, if you need to check the level (which you can do once or twice a year if you dont notice the brake getting soft) you just pull the two screws and take a look.

Does that cover come with a gasket? Or do you use the stock rubber after you disassemble it from your stock cover?

Dec 7, 2011 | 06:04 PM

RANGER73

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Peg, I wouldn't worry about it. My MC has a window in the side. I only look at it once a year.

Dec 8, 2011 | 03:50 AM

ejvette

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When installing be very very careful not to over tighten screws or you will pinch the gasket and it will leak (ask me how I know this lol) tighten per specs 8-10 inch lbs.

Dec 8, 2011 | 01:42 PM

studiopeg

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Thanks everyone, I will ask them if it comes with a gasket before I order. Love this forum, everyone is so helpful!

Dec 8, 2011 | 05:16 PM

olongapo1

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Peg,

Most people don't trust the sight glass and remove the cover to check fluid level anyway. Many aftermarket brake systems do not have a sight glass. As long as the cover fits properly it will be fine. Let me guess, "Pink" caught your eye?