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Master Cylinder
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commandc
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PostPosted: April 13, 2008, 10:03 am    Post subject: Master Cylinder
I would like to go to a chrome plated master cylinder. Anyone know of a likely candidate?
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PostPosted: April 13, 2008, 3:11 pm    Post subject: Re: Master Cylinder
any 1/2" for single disc brake and 5/8" for dual disc will be fine.
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PostPosted: July 25, 2008, 1:41 pm    Post subject: Re: Master Cylinder
I'm looking for the same thing. Harleys have a some beautiful looking ones but I don't know if they'll fit the 7/8" bars.
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PostPosted: July 25, 2008, 3:36 pm    Post subject: Re: Master Cylinder
the harley parts are for a 1 inch handle bar. you could get your m/c chromed.
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PostPosted: July 25, 2008, 5:37 pm    Post subject: Re: Master Cylinder
There are also reducers to allow 1 inch bar controls to fit 7/8 bars.

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PostPosted: July 25, 2008, 5:39 pm    Post subject: Re: Master Cylinder
There are also reducers to allow 1 inch bar controls to fit 7/8 bars.

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