front brake reservoir socks

zilaniz · January 4th, 2011, 12:49 PM

I noticed no one really makes any brake reservoir socks aimed at the ninja 250since the reservoir is shaped different than most sportbikes. So I have decided to change that and plan to make some front brake reservoir socks for the 08+ ninja 250r if there is some interest. They will be black with "Ninja" embroided on in either red, green, blue or white. It would be a cheap way to add some bling/personalization to your bike. I am thinking around 10 for each color for the first batch, unless there is a huge interest.

headshrink · January 4th, 2011, 04:20 PM

I've always wondered what those are for.... UV protection, wiping sweat, keeping warm?

austexjg · January 4th, 2011, 04:23 PM

So fluid doesn't leak when the bike is on its' side - usually round in shape. Might look odd being square, but then again it might look good too.

headshrink · January 4th, 2011, 04:48 PM

Now that just sounds silly. Why would anyone want to put their bike on it's side? Mine sleeps on it's kickstand.

zilaniz · January 4th, 2011, 05:49 PM

This is a highly debated question. Some say its to protect the brake from from breakdown due to UV light, others say its to help contain the brake fluid in case of a get off from spilling all over the track. Personally I just like how it looks.

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Originally Posted by headshrink

I've always wondered what those are for.... UV protection, wiping sweat, keeping warm?

scotty · January 4th, 2011, 05:49 PM

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Originally Posted by headshrink

Now that just sounds silly. Why would anyone want to put their bike on it's side? Mine sleeps on it's kickstand.

scotty · January 4th, 2011, 05:51 PM

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Originally Posted by zilaniz

This is a highly debated question. Some say its to protect the brake from from breakdown due to UV light, others say its to help contain the brake fluid in case of a get off from spilling all over the track. Personally I just like how it looks.

Yeah and most of them appear to be cloth. Not sure how that would hold in fluid, but would keep the sun from hiting the fluid and heating it up.

Flashmonkey · January 4th, 2011, 07:45 PM

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Originally Posted by scotty

Yeah and most of them appear to be cloth. Not sure how that would hold in fluid, but would keep the sun from hiting the fluid and heating it up.

That and if the translucent nature of the round resevoirs were that big of an issue, I'm pretty sure they would've made them completely opaque by now.

To be honest, I think that whole "wrist band around the brake reservoir" thing is just some fan boi crap. Not that there's anything wrong with that.

scotty · January 4th, 2011, 08:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Flashmonkey

That and if the translucent nature of the round resevoirs were that big of an issue, I'm pretty sure they would've made them completely opaque by now.

To be honest, I think that whole "wrist band around the brake reservoir" thing is just some fan boi crap. Not that there's anything wrong with that.

So, what your saying is if I want to be cool I should put a sock on my brake reservoir??

Flashmonkey · January 5th, 2011, 08:34 AM

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Originally Posted by scotty

So, what your saying is if I want to be cool I should put a sock on my brake reservoir??

Of course! One with a nike and/or Jordan logo would be ideal.

backinthesaddleagain · January 5th, 2011, 10:15 AM

If you don't want it to leak you would need a m/c reservoir condom.

Could the sock help with m/c reservoir sweating? Cloth wouldn't contain a leak but absorb any sweating.

headshrink · January 5th, 2011, 11:42 AM

But then you couldn't feel the road...

backinthesaddleagain · January 5th, 2011, 11:43 AM

haha, good one

g21-30 · January 5th, 2011, 03:08 PM

Here's what mine looks like:

ithaca00 · January 8th, 2011, 01:04 AM

I don't know about all of you but my bike has been on its side and nothing came out of the brake reservoir

crazy, I know...

gfloyd2002 · January 8th, 2011, 05:39 AM

Am I doin it rite?

Alex · January 8th, 2011, 07:17 AM

scotty · January 8th, 2011, 09:32 AM

Haha^^ Thats Awsome!!

Agustin · January 8th, 2011, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by g21-30

Here's what mine looks like:

The line coming from the reservoir sure does look like it's bent and reducing fluid flow. You might want to shorten it to get rid of that kink or maybe find a pre-curved line.

scotty · January 8th, 2011, 02:33 PM

I think if he shorten it, it would cause more of a problem. But yes, it seems it may have a small effect on it. Looks good BTW Sam!

mikesova · January 8th, 2011, 05:32 PM

sounds goofy and unnecessary IMO.

KELPHYN · January 8th, 2011, 06:37 PM

The reason for reservoirs is to absorb sweating that occurs with plastic reservoirs. When one uses ones brakes repeatedly and aggressively,( trackdays, canyon carving) the brake fluid heats up and expands creating pressure within the reservior. That same heat is absorbed by the reservior, expanding the material. If the temperature gets hot enough the seal between the cap and reservior body is compremized and leeking ensues (sweating). The sweat band/sock is there to absorb that leakage as brake fluid is very damaging to surrounding painted surfaces. Most riders never ride hard enough on the street to have this happen and the sock is just a farkle.
Hope that clears up the mystery. Though I like Floyd's rendition. Me , my socks are on my feet.( It's cold up here)

rockNroll · January 9th, 2011, 07:24 AM

The sock absorbs brake fluid. Master cylinder caps are vented to the atmosphere. If you get some brake fluid above the bladder it can seep out the vent while you're riding. If you damage the bladder and not realize it, the sock is gonna help catch a mess.

The sock keeps the competition from seeing the color of your exotic brake fluid. If you get hooked up with some primo blue brake fluid you don't want the people in the pits nest to you having it at the next race!

Depending on the sock it can compliment a bike's looks with white plastic reservoirs. I like the argyle look.

gfloyd2002 · January 11th, 2011, 03:37 AM

Found one for ztrack157:

g21-30 · January 11th, 2011, 05:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Agustin

The line coming from the reservoir sure does look like it's bent and reducing fluid flow. You might want to shorten it to get rid of that kink or maybe find a pre-curved line.

Actually, the reservoir needs to be mounted farther away, as the line position is adjustable. Even though it looks kinked, the operation is perfect! With the ZX-10R reservoir you just have to remember to bleed the Master Cylinder FIRST; otherwise, you will never get a firm brake lever!! Ask me how I know!

KJohnson21 · January 11th, 2011, 01:48 PM

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Originally Posted by KELPHYN

The reason for reservoirs is to absorb sweating that occurs with plastic reservoirs. When one uses ones brakes repeatedly and aggressively,( trackdays, canyon carving) the brake fluid heats up and expands creating pressure within the reservior. That same heat is absorbed by the reservior, expanding the material. If the temperature gets hot enough the seal between the cap and reservior body is compremized and leeking ensues (sweating). The sweat band/sock is there to absorb that leakage as brake fluid is very damaging to surrounding painted surfaces. Most riders never ride hard enough on the street to have this happen and the sock is just a farkle.
Hope that clears up the mystery. Though I like Floyd's rendition. Me , my socks are on my feet.( It's cold up here)

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Originally Posted by rockNroll

The sock absorbs brake fluid. Master cylinder caps are vented to the atmosphere. If you get some brake fluid above the bladder it can seep out the vent while you're riding. If you damage the bladder and not realize it, the sock is gonna help catch a mess.

The sock keeps the competition from seeing the color of your exotic brake fluid. If you get hooked up with some primo blue brake fluid you don't want the people in the pits nest to you having it at the next race!

Depending on the sock it can compliment a bike's looks with white plastic reservoirs. I like the argyle look.

Now that makes sense! (and from two sources!) Like Flashmonkey said, if UV were really an issue the reservoir would be opaque; and while the wrist band thing is never going soak up more than a trickle or so, that's exactly what you'd get with repeated aggressive use during a race or track session. So it's the right tool for the job, or maybe it matches your tank pad perfectly!

Alex and Floyd, thanks for the pics!

demp · February 8th, 2011, 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Flashmonkey

Of course! One with a nike and/or Jordan logo would be ideal.

gotta find me an underarmour one

V2Neal · February 8th, 2011, 05:40 PM

Bam!

January 4th, 2011, 12:49 PM	#1
zilaniz ninjette.org member Name: Jeff Location: PA Join Date: Apr 2010 Motorcycle(s): 08 R6 Posts: 224	front brake reservoir socks I noticed no one really makes any brake reservoir socks aimed at the ninja 250since the reservoir is shaped different than most sportbikes. So I have decided to change that and plan to make some front brake reservoir socks for the 08+ ninja 250r if there is some interest. They will be black with "Ninja" embroided on in either red, green, blue or white. It would be a cheap way to add some bling/personalization to your bike. I am thinking around 10 for each color for the first batch, unless there is a huge interest.

January 4th, 2011, 04:20 PM	#2
headshrink ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Bob Location: CA Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): '08 Ninja 250r, '14 CBR500r Posts: A lot.	I've always wondered what those are for.... UV protection, wiping sweat, keeping warm? __________________________________________________ Honda Interceptor VFR800 DLX (2014, 8th gen) Honda CBR500r (2014) - FOR SALE Kawi Ninja 250r (2008) - Restored and passed-down within family, only to be abandoned

January 4th, 2011, 04:48 PM	#4
headshrink ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Bob Location: CA Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): '08 Ninja 250r, '14 CBR500r Posts: A lot.	Now that just sounds silly. Why would anyone want to put their bike on it's side? Mine sleeps on it's kickstand. __________________________________________________ Honda Interceptor VFR800 DLX (2014, 8th gen) Honda CBR500r (2014) - FOR SALE Kawi Ninja 250r (2008) - Restored and passed-down within family, only to be abandoned

January 5th, 2011, 11:42 AM	#12
headshrink ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Bob Location: CA Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): '08 Ninja 250r, '14 CBR500r Posts: A lot.	But then you couldn't feel the road... __________________________________________________ Honda Interceptor VFR800 DLX (2014, 8th gen) Honda CBR500r (2014) - FOR SALE Kawi Ninja 250r (2008) - Restored and passed-down within family, only to be abandoned

January 8th, 2011, 07:17 AM	#17
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January 4th, 2011, 04:23 PM	#3
austexjg ninjette.org sage Name: J.G. Location: Austin Join Date: Oct 2009 Motorcycle(s): '09 zx6r Green/Black, (ex-)Diablo Black '09 Ninja 250r Posts: 959	So fluid doesn't leak when the bike is on its' side - usually round in shape. Might look odd being square, but then again it might look good too.

January 5th, 2011, 10:15 AM	#11
backinthesaddleagain ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Greg Location: Rhode Island Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2013 ZX6R 636 Posts: A lot.	If you don't want it to leak you would need a m/c reservoir condom. Could the sock help with m/c reservoir sweating? Cloth wouldn't contain a leak but absorb any sweating.

January 5th, 2011, 11:43 AM	#13
backinthesaddleagain ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Greg Location: Rhode Island Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2013 ZX6R 636 Posts: A lot.	haha, good one

January 5th, 2011, 03:08 PM	#14
g21-30 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Sam Location: Northern Virginia Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250R 2009 Posts: A lot.	Here's what mine looks like:

January 8th, 2011, 01:04 AM	#15
ithaca00 ninjette.org guru Name: Ryan Location: Sacramento, CA Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2007 EX250 (street), 1994 EX250 (Race), 2008 250R (Race), 2000 250 (project), 1991 EL250 (a cruiser!) Posts: 287	I don't know about all of you but my bike has been on its side and nothing came out of the brake reservoir crazy, I know...

January 8th, 2011, 09:32 AM	#18
scotty ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Scott Location: Carlise Ohio Join Date: Apr 2010 Motorcycle(s): Yahama v star 650 classic Posts: A lot.	Haha^^ Thats Awsome!! __________________________________________________

January 8th, 2011, 02:33 PM	#20
scotty ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Scott Location: Carlise Ohio Join Date: Apr 2010 Motorcycle(s): Yahama v star 650 classic Posts: A lot.	I think if he shorten it, it would cause more of a problem. But yes, it seems it may have a small effect on it. Looks good BTW Sam! __________________________________________________

January 8th, 2011, 05:32 PM	#21
mikesova ninjette.org member Name: Mike Location: Gladwin, MI Join Date: Apr 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2002 XR200r Posts: 128	sounds goofy and unnecessary IMO.

January 8th, 2011, 06:37 PM	#22
KELPHYN ninjette.org guru Name: Calvin Location: Quesnel, B.C Join Date: Aug 2009 Motorcycle(s): '08 250R (sold), 2013 300SE Posts: 276	The reason for reservoirs is to absorb sweating that occurs with plastic reservoirs. When one uses ones brakes repeatedly and aggressively,( trackdays, canyon carving) the brake fluid heats up and expands creating pressure within the reservior. That same heat is absorbed by the reservior, expanding the material. If the temperature gets hot enough the seal between the cap and reservior body is compremized and leeking ensues (sweating). The sweat band/sock is there to absorb that leakage as brake fluid is very damaging to surrounding painted surfaces. Most riders never ride hard enough on the street to have this happen and the sock is just a farkle. Hope that clears up the mystery. Though I like Floyd's rendition. Me , my socks are on my feet.( It's cold up here)

January 9th, 2011, 07:24 AM	#23
rockNroll . Name: rock Location: greenville, south carolina Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): black Posts: A lot.	The sock absorbs brake fluid. Master cylinder caps are vented to the atmosphere. If you get some brake fluid above the bladder it can seep out the vent while you're riding. If you damage the bladder and not realize it, the sock is gonna help catch a mess. The sock keeps the competition from seeing the color of your exotic brake fluid. If you get hooked up with some primo blue brake fluid you don't want the people in the pits nest to you having it at the next race! Depending on the sock it can compliment a bike's looks with white plastic reservoirs. I like the argyle look. __________________________________________________ Always get a second opinion because most of these people are makin' this stuff up

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