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Old Jun 17, 2013 | 10:41 PM
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I changed my stock handlebars to 14in apes. ordered cable kit from Burly, was told they run a little long, so ordered kit for 12in apes. throttle cables, and brake line worked out just fine, the clutch cable still a little too long for my taste. I could not get the front brake to bleed the air out. after pumping the brake lever for what seemed like over an hour still could not get any pressure. bleed brakes on cars hundreds of time don't think bikes brakes that much different.
 
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They are different. Crack the bango bolt loose, pull brake lever, tighten the bolt, release lever, repeat Twice. Air is trap in the banjo bolt. You will fell pressure build in brake system.
 
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Tie your lever back to the grip and leave overnight...check it in the morning.

 
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I think a vaccum pump is worth the money.
 
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